Martial Place

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About Josef "Ze Cobra" Manuel

Josef’s journey in the martial arts spans over 20 years. Born and raised in Newark NJ, he was first introduced into the martial arts through the study of Boxing, when his questions about what to do when in a clinch or taken down in a fight first arose. It was watching the first edition of the Ultimate Fighting Championship that Josef was privileged to see Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in action.

Physical Fitness

Just like with adults, one of the most common reasons for enrolling a child into a martial arts class is fitness. Childhood obesity rates are climbing, and more and more children are spending a lot more time in front of the television, playing video games and using a computer. However, even among more active children, martial arts is still attractive since it is seen as a very good source of exercise that also teaches skills. Martial arts can help improve cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, balance, strength and overall energy levels.