Come Play Modern Arnis!
Modern Arnis is a dynamic Filipino Martial Art founded by Grandmaster Remy Presas in the 1950s to preserve traditional fighting methods while creating a safer, injury-reducing training approach.
Modern Arnis with Gura Sal on Sundays!
Modern Arnis emphasizes fluid, continuous motion (the flow.) We will have fun striking and blocking with Arnis sticks and learn disarms, counters, joint locks and takedowns! The system includes single and double rattan stick drills, blade work and empty-hand self-defense.
Come every week or come when you can!
SUNDAYS· 5:30-6:45PM
FUN, SWEAT, & SKILL - EVERY SINGLE CLASS
Instructor SALLY J. VAN WRIGHT (Sally Sensei, Gura Sal, Dr. Sal, Mas Sally) loves these arts immensely and has been training in Modern Arnis, Karate, & Empowerment Self Defense since May 1987.
This lifelong practice continues to be a study in discovery, connection, gratitude, life force, and joy.
“Spirit of the Heart is a top-notch Martial Arts school that lets its students blaze their own path while still serving as strong and excellent guidance. It strikes the perfect balance of valuing its students' individuality and creativity while still teaching them a martial arts style. It is an open, kind, and wonderful community that will make you feel welcome and likely have a huge impact on your life and happiness.” — Joe Mascis
“I feel like I found the judgement free zone, it’s hard for a 47 yo to hang with teens and twenty something’s but Morgan’s energy is contagious. It’s fun to get taught by him, no two classes are ever the same.” - Gary Wilson
“Silat has been a part of how I take care of myself for six years now. The combination of physical learning and conditioning, and the mindset of self defense and confidence is empowering. My Silat time is an opportunity to let go of life’s stresses and constraints, and there is so much to explore in this art form that each class is different from the last. I have gained better core strength and endurance as I get older, rather than less, and every week I get to spend time with a great community of people. I feel rejuvenated after every class and ready to take on the world, once again.” - Jen Williams