Instructor: James Smith

Biography: Jimmy's lifelong involvement in martial arts began at age 10. Since then he developed a diverse background in martial arts, studying different forms including Kickboxing, Taekwondo, Kempo Karate, Kung Fu San Soo, Jeet Kune Do, wrestling, Kali, Aikido, Jui-Jitsu, strategic self-defense, and mixed martial arts.

Jimmy's passion is in instructing others to live their lives with a greater sense of well-being, awareness, focus, and personal safety. Jimmy enjoys sharing his experience and knowledge, and strives to positively affect everyone he has the opportunity to cross paths with.

Classes by this instructor

Self-Defense: Essential Skills for Real-Life Safety

This course teaches essential personal safety and self-defense strategies designed for real-life situations and geared to all generations. Students will learn how to recognize potential threats, set clear boundaries and apply simple, effective techniques to create space and escape safely. Instruction focuses on prevention, decision-making and movements that do not rely on strength or athletic ability. Through guided practice and realistic scenarios, participants gain practice skills they can use immediately in everyday environments. No prior experience is necessary.
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 9:00am-11:00am PDT | Bend
Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm PDT | Redmond
Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 9:00am-11:00am PDT | Bend
Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm PDT | Redmond