We are currently offering classes at The Hive.
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HAND TO HAND FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS:
Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday
Classes run from 5:30 AM till 7:00 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
This is your opportunity to reintegrate your body through fundamental calisthenics, mixed martial arts and manipulation of weighted, practical objects.
This hybrid class is open to all martial arts levels. You will learn the body mechanics it takes to be a proficient fighter. Expect to work with other students to practice the offensive and defensive movements of Striking, Submission wrestling and Grappling throughout the class.
H2H WOMEN’S CLASS
Wednesday / Friday
Class runs from 7:30 AM till 9:00 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
Move the whole body learning effective and realistic martial arts while getting the cardiovascular training and strength needed for optimal health, performance and longevity.
We will spend the first 30 to 60 minutes of classes warming up by learning martial movements and real-world application. The last 30 minutes will alternate between calisthenics and High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) emphasizing strength.
Every month will build a fresh skill set while continuing to review what has been previously learned (creating muscle memory and integrating all that you learn.)
JUDO
Tuesday class runs from 5:45 PM till 7:15 PM (Instructor: Sensei Varies)
Saturday class runs from 10:00 AM till 11:30 AM (Instructor: Sensei Varies)
- Developed in Japan during the 1800s from more primitive jujitsu wrestling systems, modern Judo is a fast-paced and dynamic Olympic sport, a system of self-defense and police training, and a recreational fitness program. Judo uses safe, science-based, training to build mastery of grappling techniques to throw, pin, and control an opponent. In Judo you will learn how to absorb the impact of falls without injury, how to redirect the force of an attack, and how to use leverage, off-balancing, and timing to control larger and stronger opponents.
- Our friendly 90-minute adult classes consist of extended warm-ups and holistic physical fitness drills, technical training, and free practice. Classes are usually team taught by coaches with nearly a century of collective international Judo training. Beginners are always welcome and loaner training uniforms are available.
KIDS JUDO
Wednesday class runs from 2:30 PM till 4:00 PM (Instructors: Sensei Eric / Coach James)
- Developed in Japan during the 1800s from more primitive jujitsu wresting systems, modern Judo is a fast-paced and dynamic Olympic sport, an effective and ethical system of self-defense, and a recreational fitness program. Judo uses safe, science-based, training to build mastery of grappling techniques to throw, pin, and control an opponent. In Judo your child will learn how to absorb the impact falls without injury, how to redirect the force of an attack, and how to use leverage, off-balancing, and timing to control larger and stronger opponents.
- This class emphasizes the development of youth resilience, self-confidence, and motor skills control. Our friendly 90-minute classes consist of extended warm-ups and holistic physical fitness drills, technical training, and free practice. Opportunities for regional Judo tournament participation are also available.
- Training is led by Eric Lee-Mäder, a third-degree blackbelt instructor with more than 30 years of grappling experience, including state, national, and international-level competition, as well as training at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Japan. As part of the International Olympic Committee, accredited Judo instructors maintain routine certification on the prevention of head injuries, maintaining safe/respectful training environments, and mandatory criminal background screening and mandatory abuse and misconduct training. Safety, fun, and individual support and development are the guiding class priorities. Sensei Eric is assisted by coach James for the duration of this class
- We ask that kids try a no-cost trial class for screening and assessment to determine if Judo is a good fit for them. They will be expected to participate in warmups, follow directions, pay attention and be a good partner. Participants can expect to do a lot of falling as they learn body safety and body awareness.
- Beginners are welcome and youth training uniforms are available.
JIU JITSU
Monday and Thursday from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (Steve Maxwell)
A martial art, combat sport, and self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Brazilian jiu-jitsu was formed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals that were taught to Carlos Gracie and Luiz França by master Mitsuyo Maeda. Carlos Gracie is known as the Founder and Creator of Modern Jiu Jitsu (Gracie Jiu Jitsu/Brazilian Jiu Jitsu). Brazilian jiu-jitsu eventually came to be its own art through the experimentations, practices, and adaptation from the Judo knowledge of Carlos and Hélio Gracie, who then passed their knowledge on to their extended family. Today, BJJ has become one of the most widely practiced grappling arts & sports in the world.
Steves class is a unique opportunity you do not want to miss. Teaching the very roots of Jiu Jitsu. Steve is the first person certified to teach Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the USA. He will give you a straight forward and applicable approach to one of the most potent and practical martial arts for self defense effectiveness.
THE FOLLOWING CLASSES WILL BEGIN::::::: JANUARY 6 2026
Intermediate Strength and Conditioning
Starting January 6 2026: Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday
Classes run from 5:30 AM till 6:20 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
Get the most out of your strength and conditioning commitment and well being. We will be mixing it up using heavy 80 to 250 pound sandbags, 6 to 100 pound medicine balls, battle ropes, rings, competition style kettle bells, barbells, jump boxes and much more to diversify your overall fitness. Get out of the stuck routines and plateaus and maximize your functionality with a like minded community.
Intermediate Hand to Hand Fitness
Starting January 6 2026: Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday
Classes run from 6:30 AM till 7:20 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
Take your martial skills to the next level as we meld concepts from Dutch kickboxing, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, submission wrestling and pankration. We explore real world martial arts concepts and adapt them to enhance what will work for YOUR unique size, strength, skill level and mindset. Smooth out your physical training with progressive compound movements, enhancing your ability to use martial principles through calisthenic strength and conditioning.
Strength and Conditioning Fundamentals
Starting January 7 2026: Wednesday / Friday
Classes run from 7:30 AM till 8:20 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
Calisthenics, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), and various fitness modalities at a foundational level. Learn exercise progressions that increase your overall strength, physical and mental well being, brain functioning, mood, bone density, muscularity, balance, stamina, heart health and much more; while conversely decreasing weight and the risk or symptoms of many common chronic diseases. Crucial for living a better and longer life, strength and conditioning is one of the cornerstones of long term health, especially when done with a community of dedicated folks. Consider checking in with your health professional if you have personal limitations or concerns in regard to this type of training.
Fundamentals of Hand to Hand Fitness
Starting January 7 2026: Wednesday / Friday
Classes run from 8:30 AM till 9:20 AM (Instructor: Coach James)
Establish a firm understanding of physical confrontation and how to manage one accordingly. Learn how to strike effectively, work in a clinch, and more. Become familiar with movement chains which enhance your ability to use these principles through progressive calisthenic strength and conditioning.
Hand to Hand Striking
Starting January 7 2026: Wednesday
Class runs from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM (Instructor: Coach James)
Develop your stand up skills utilizing techniques originating from Dutch kickboxing and San Shau. We work with live partners to get your mixed martial art focused stand up fighting skill and conditioning on point We also utilize focus mitts, thai pads, suitcase pads and belly pads to strictly emphasize the importance of range, level, angle, speed, focus, breath, precision, timing and much much more.
All classes meet at THE HIVE:
10632 Rhody Drive, Port Hadlock
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