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2011 UMAC Invitational

Matt Healy — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:34:32 +0000

PLACE:	12 Corners Middle School in Brighton 2643 Elmwood Avenue Rochester, NY 14618-2236
DATE:	Saturday, October 29, 2011
TIME:	9 AM – Registration 9:45 AM – Referee Meeting 10 AM – Start of Tournament
CONTACT:	UMAC (585) 461-1070
FEE:	$45 before October 8, 2011 $60 after October 8, 2011 $75 day of the event There is no additional charge for entry in multiple divisions. (Spectators are free of charge: come out and cheer on your favorites!)
AGE GROUPS:	7 and under, 8-11, 12-15, 16 and older (men/women)
CATEGORIES:	Novice (White/Yellow), Intermediate (Orange/Green), Advanced (Purple/Brown), 1st Degree Black Belt, Advanced Black Belts
MEDALS:	1st – 3rd place will receive trophies for all ages and divisions. Participant medals for all divisions for participants 11 & under.
DIVISIONS:	Kata, Weapons Kata, Self Defense, and Sparring

Flyer and Registration Form • Tournament Rules and Regulations

2010 UMAC INVITATIONAL

Matt Healy — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:55:49 +0000

PLACE:	12 Corners Middle School in Brighton 2643 Elmwood Avenue Rochester, NY 14618-2236
DATE:	Saturday, October 23, 2010
TIME:	9 AM – Registration 9:45 AM – Referee Meeting 10 AM – Start of Tournament
CONTACT:	UMAC (585) 461-1070
FEE:	Practice Ring, Kata, Sparrring, Weapons Kata, & Self Defense: $45 through October 4, 2010 $60 after October 4, 2010 $75 day of the event There is no additional charge for entry in multiple divisions. (Spectators are free of charge: come out and cheer on your favorites!)
AGE GROUPS:	7 and under, 8-11, 12-15, 16 and older (men/women)
CATEGORIES:	Novice (White/Yellow), Intermediate (Orange/Green), Advanced (Purple/Brown), 1st Degree Black Belt, Advanced Black Belts Practice Ring for Kids with less than 6 months experience (See Tournament Rules for details.)
TROPHIES:	1st – 3rd place will receive trophies for all ages and divisions except Practice Ring. Participant medals for all divisions for participants 11 & under. All competitors in the Practice Ring will receive a medal.
DIVISIONS:	Kata, Kata Practice Ring, Weapons Kata, Self Defense and Sparring Kata Practice Ring – optional for kids with less than 6 months experience ages 7 & under. Coaching and assistance with kata is permitted in the practice ring (See Rules and Regulations for details).

Flyer and Registration Form • Tournament Rules and Regulations

Women’s Self Defense Class is September!

admin — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 13:36:47 +0000

Please join us for an important training class on September 25. The Women’s Self-defense class, held at UMAC, has been the area’s top program since 1995. There have always been experts from law enforcement and women’s protective agencies assisting John Ingallina with the class and this course will be no exception. Deputy Dave Nicchitta from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department & Pam Wright, 15 year teaching veteran of the RAP Program, will be instructing with John Ingallina. Not only will you not want to miss this, but you’ll want to get any woman you care about to this class. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited so don’t wait. Sign up ASAP.

Tiny Tigers (Ages 3-4)

Matt Healy — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:43:13 +0000

Help Your Child Develop Important Life Skills

Our eight-week Tiny Tigers programs is designed specifically for children ages 3-4, and teaches them important life skills such as focus, teamwork, self-control, and self-esteem. Students will attend a one-half hour class once a week and will learn traditional karate basics and self-defense, while developing balance, coordination, and timing, using an exciting and fun age-appropriate curriculum!

The program is designed so that it is fun and consistent with the child’s developmental level. The children do not get bored and they look forward to their next class. (Given the age group, parents are strongly encouraged to stay and watch the class.)

Contact our school in Brighton at 461-1070 for additional information, or to enroll your child in our next session!

Four earn advanced Black Belt degrees on August 14

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:56:20 +0000

Sensei Erik Piazza and Sensei Tim Oertel earned their second degree black belts on August 14, 2010 as they took part in an amazing display of skill, technique and camaraderie. They are both extremely talented and dedicated martial artists as well as two of the top teachers we have at UMAC. Their contribution is felt by all of us here and we are extremely fortunate to call them family. Sensei Piazza trains at the Brighton dojo and is a huge contributor to the teaching staff each time he steps on the floor. One of his many contributions to UMAC includes the summer camp, which he has organized and presided over for many years. Sensei Oertel trains at both the Brighton and Victor dojo but teaches primarily at the Victor dojo. His students emulate his desire and dedication as was evidenced at the black belt test.

Sensei David Kalish earned his third degree black belt on the same day. Sensei Kalish is the head instructor and operator of the United Martial Arts Center in Victor, NY. He and his phenomenal staff are directly responsible for facilitating the growth of hundreds of students since it’s opening in April of 2007. Sensei Kalish is an incredible tournament competitor and uses the skills that make him so good in that arena as attributes to bring out the best in all!

Sensei Pam Wright was awarded a fourth degree black belt during the ceremony. Sensei Wright opened UMAC with Sensei Ingallina in April of 1999 and has been directly responsible for its success throughout the years. The amount of space it would take to list her contributions would turn this into a ten page blog so we won’t even go there. She has been involved in EVERY ASPECT of EVERY PROGRAM that has been developed at UMAC. She developed the Little Dragon and Junior curriculum. The adult program was designed on her watch. Her kickboxing class has rocked Rochester for almost twelve years. She directly helps the lives of all in her role as a self defense instructor. And on and on… Although her titles are many, her biggest gifts cannot be measured. She is a role model to the young and old. She inspires people just from being with them. She is a friend, confidante, coach and inspiration to all of us. UMAC is what it is because of Sensei Pam Wright. Please let her know just how much she is appreciated and loved. There’s only one of her and we all feel lucky she’s ours!

Rory Miller Seminar at UMAC Brighton

Matt Healy — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:44:53 +0000

Sensei Ingallina writes:

We will be hosting Rory Miller at Brighton UMAC on Tuesday, May 25 from 7 – 10 p.m. This seminar is for any and all students and falls right in line with our Survival on the Street training philosophy. There will be training in the lower level for students that elect not to attend this seminar.

I would highly recommend that you attend though. You will take a ton from the experience.

Avi Nardia will be teaching special classes on weapon defense

Matt Healy — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 11:17:06 +0000

Sensei Ingallina writes:

Avi Nardia will be coming to the Brighton dojo to teach weapon defense (knife & gun) this Tuesday, March 23, from 8-9:30. We have testing this Tuesday in Brighton but will be done by 8:00.

A second session (at a TBD date) will also be taking place sometime in the very near future.

This is open to all adults in either the karate or jujitsu programs.

Avi is an unbelievably knowledgeable instructor and has traveled the world teaching. I have had the benefit of going through his KAPAP training and I will tell you that you won’t want to miss this training. If you are interested in learning more about him, be sure to check out his website.

Note: this announcement was updated at 3:52PM on 22Mar10 to reflect the change in dates for the second session.

Womens Self-defense class at UMAC coming April 3rd!

Matt Healy — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:07:24 +0000

Join us for our women’s only self-defense class at UMAC. We will present a comprehensive two-hour course of self-protection specific to a female’s needs. Violence against women continues to be on the rise. Take control of situations by learning how to fight back and WIN! You have a responsibility to protect yourself and your loved ones and this course will give you the necessary tools. Every participant will leave with a brand new perspective on controlling situations! This course is appropriate for women 14 and older.

Topic of the class – Defense on the Ground
Ground control is possibly the most important class we offer for women. Participants will learn how to use their strength on the ground to escape an attacker. Basic moves are taught and practiced that make it extremely difficult for anyone to control you on the ground! You have got to experience the transformation that takes place when you control the outcome of a situation.

What: Defense on the Ground

When: Saturday, April 3, from 1- 3 p.m.

Location: United Martial Arts Center, 1780 Monroe Ave., Brighton, NY

Attire: Casual, comfortable clothing is recommended.

Cost: The cost is $25 per person which includes a NYS RAP Workbook. A
portion of all proceeds will go to Rape Crisis Services of Rochester.

This class will fill quickly so don’t wait to register.

Please call 461-1070, or register directly at the United Martial Arts Center. Also visit our website, www.selfdefensecenter.com, and register for updates on classes.

The instructors of the course are John Ingallina and Monroe County Sheriff Dave Nicchita. John has been teaching self-protection courses since 1988 and is the owner of the United Martial Arts Centers and a board member at Rape Crisis Services of Rochester. Deputy Nicchita brings real world experience and protective skills into the class to make your world safer.

Upcoming Women’s Self-Defense Class (includes weapon defense)

Matt Healy — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 16:23:03 +0000

Join us for our women’s only self-defense class at UMAC’s Brighton location on February 6th. We will present a comprehensive two-hour course of self-protection specific to a female’s needs. Violence against women continues to be on the rise. Take
control of situations by learning how to fight back and WIN! You have a responsibility to protect yourself and your
loved ones and this course will give you the necessary tools. Every participant will leave with a brand new perspective
on controlling situations! This course is appropriate for women 14 and older. Along with basic self-defense, we will
cover defense against weapons.

What: Strategies for Safety Seminar.

When: Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010 from 1- 3 p.m.

Location: United Martial Arts Center, 1780 Monroe Ave., Brighton, NY

Attire: Casual, comfortable clothing is recommended.

Cost: The cost is $25 per person which includes a NYS RAP Workbook. A
portion of all proceeds will go to Rape Crisis Services of Rochester.

Pre-registration is required. A limited amount spaces are available so sign up ASAP. Please email back or call
461-1070 to register. Also visit our website, www.selfdefensecenter.com, and register for updates on classes.

The instructors of the course are John Ingallina, Pam Wright, and Monroe County Sheriff Dave Nicchitta. John has
been teaching self-protection courses since 1988 and is the owner of the United Martial Arts Centers. Pam has been
teaching with John since 1998 and Deputy Nicchitta brings real world experience and protective skills into the class to
make your world safer.

Sensei Wright Demonstration

Matt Healy — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:19:15 +0000

At our graduation ceremony in May, Sensei Wright and some friends demonstrated some of the core principles of self-defense that we teach at UMAC. The kids who were graduating had a fantastic time watching the demonstration, as did the parents, but they also seemed to get what she was doing. Definitely worth checking out, especially as some of the folks mug for the audience….