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AMERICAN SYSTEM OF SELF DEFENSE

     
        ~ SHORINJI DEBKA TAI RUACH ~

           
               MARTIAL ARTS BASED ON A 
           JUDEO-CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION

TRAINING

We offer various fitness classes at several facilities in the Youngstown, Ohio area.  The focus of American System of Self Defense is on a combination of two principles: #1 is Self Defense and #2 is Shorinji Debka Tai Ruach.   Personal training is available as well as instruction in a group setting.  Please check out the training schedule for these classes:
 
BOOT CAMP/ SELF DEFENSE - Special forces boot camp exercise program alternating with self defense striking techniques.  Good strength and aerobic exercise while learning the basics in self defense.  You will learn awareness of your surroundings and how to overcome an attacker.

SHORINJI DEBKA TAI RUACH - Form #1 - Slow flowing exercise.   Develops mental focus, body balance, tones muscles, enhances flexibility.  Yoga in motion, Tai Chi, Pilates combination.  Blends unique breathing technique with core strength training.  



For more information, please contact Larry at 330-540-1200, or Judy at 330-559-1722, or by email at lctrombitas@att.net or americansystem@zoominternet.net
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A BRIEF HISTORY

   Shorinji Debka Tai Ruach was created by Larry C. Trombitas from a study of Tai Chi that started in 1973.  After studying the applications of the Chen and the Yang styles, Larry found that the forms varied considerably from teacher to teacher.  In fact, in some cases, it was impossible to tell if these forms were even the same style. 

   In the early 1980's, Larry began to study Karate.  He eventually achieved a first degree Black Belt through the American Karate Federation, specializing in the art of Shorinji Kempo and Kyo Kushin Karate.  (Shorinji is Japanese meaning Shaolin.)

   Throughtout his whole experience in the Eastern Arts, Larry took a keen interest in the philosophy, writings, and the techniques of Bruce Lee and his art of Jeet Kune Do.  He also studied Taoism, Buddhism and various Oriental Mysticisms.  Larry also spent time during the mid 70's with the Platonic Academy, studying philosophy and religion.  

   It was in the early 1980's that Larry decided to spend time researching the Bible and Jesus Christ, focusing on the Jewish roots of the faith.  He was greatly influenced by the Zola Levitt Presents television show and later in life, Larry attended a Messianic Community celebrating Shabatt.  Intercessory Dance was a big part of the  Shabatt service.  After doing research into Hebrew Dance, he came across the dance called Debka. 

   Debka is a dance developed by the Hebrews, after being released by the Assyrians, who were very militaristic, which integrated the warrior-like dances into their intercessory praise and worship dances honoring God.

   The intertwining of techniques, the flow of forms, and the exercise, along with the freedom from the classical mess of philosphy and set system gave birth to Yeshua's salutation through the art named Shorinji Debka.  The system is a primer for contact fighting.  Larry currently teaches classes and personal training at facilities in the Youngstown, Ohio area.

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

Sunday 
JCC              9:30-10:25     Boot Camp/Self-Defense
Creekside   11:00-12:00    Tai Ruach
YMCA           1:00-2:00      Toning
YMCA           2:15-3:15      Hi Gear

Monday
Creekside   10:00-11:00    Tai Ruach
YMCA           4:30-5:30      Toning

Tuesday
JCC             10:00-11:00    Mix-Sculpting, Balance,etc.
FitOne         6:30-7:30       Tai Ruach

Wednesday
779 Truesdale   5:30 p.m.  -Please call for more info

Thursday
JCC             10:00-11:00    Mix-Sculpting, Balance,etc.
                                               
Friday
Creekside    9:00-10:00     Tai Ruach
Creekside   10:00-11:00    Sculpt, Tone, Balance, etc.
JCC              4:30-5:30        Tai Ruach

Saturday
YMCA          8:00-8:55       Tai Ruach



JCC =  Youngstown Jewish Community Center
             505 Gypsy Lane
             Youngstown, Ohio 44504
             330-746-3251
            
Creekside = Creekside Fitness Center
             1419 Boardman-Canfield Road
             Boardman, Ohio 44512
             330-758-0667

YMCA = Davis Family YMCA
             45 McClurg Rd.
             Boardman, Ohio  44512
             330-480-5656

FitOne = Fitness One
            14 Youngstown-Warren Road
             Niles, Ohio 44446
            330-544-0165

PERSONAL TRAINING                   

I WILL CREATE A PROGRAM TO FIT YOUR NEEDS, FOR THE LEVEL YOU ARE AT.
WHETHER IT IS LEARNING TO DEFEND YOURSELF IN THE STREETS,
POINTERS FOR COMPETITION, OR TO INTEGRATE TECHNIQUES INTO YOUR EXERCISE PROGRAM.
LEARN STRATEGIES, THEORIES, AND CORRECT FORM.
DEFEND AGAINST STRONGER, MORE SKILLED OPPONENTS,
INCLUDING ATTACKERS ARMED WITH GUNS AND KNIVES.
 
LARRY TROMBITAS - resume 
    founder of american system
 
boxing-
    trained under tony mariani
       and dan zipay      4 years
 1st degree black belt-
    united states karate federation
       (kyokushin/shorinji kempo)
           under bob fabrey
 diploma-
     
international krav maga federation
      in israel under eyal yanilov
 seminars-   
    joe lewis
         (father of kickboxing)
              world champion
    
keith vitali
         kickboxing world champion
    mike lee kanarek
         haganah F.I.G.H.T. (disarming)
YMCA Certifications-
    Personal Trainer
    Martial Arts Instructor
   First Aid/CPR
   Group Fitness Instructor
   Healthy Lifestyles
   Director for Personal Fitness Program

Learn self-defense as we create a fitness program to fit your lifestyle and goals.
Combine aerobic, strength and toning exercises.
Develop mental focus and body balance.  
At the same time you will learn techniques and strategies to avoid confrontation.
But when confrontation is unavoidable, you will be trained to defend yourself,  
     your friends, and your loved ones.

Call Larry for consultation: 330-540-1200
Email:
lctrombitas@att.net
LARRY TROMBITAS -  Founder of American System



JUDY HORNER

Credentials
Tai Ruach Instructor
Currently studying Kenpo Karate

1st Place-Kata-Novice Executive Women's Division-2007 Steel Valley Open Martial Arts Tournament

2nd Place-Sparring-Executive Women's Division-2007 Steel Valley Open Martial Arts Tournament


YMCA Certifications:
Pilates Instructor 
First Aid/ CPR
Group Fitness Instructor
Healthy Lifestyles
Child Abuse Prevention
Blood-borne Pathogens

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YSU Grad-B.S.A.S., A.A.S.

Phone: 330-518-2278
Email: 
americansystem@zoominternet.net


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