Self Defense Classes Chicago - Self-Defense Class

Self-Defense Class

with Torriente Toliver

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ABOUT THIS EVENT

Event Category

Fitness & Wellness

Event Overview

This class teaches moves that can be used for a wide variety of self-defense situations. These moves are concept based and utilize gross motor skills, so they can be used under stress. Best for those who are mentally assertive, but lack fighting skill. Students should wear workout clothes and can workout in indoor shoes, socks or barefoot. Street shoes are not allowed.

Minimum age

All ages welcome

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Torriente Toliver

Torriente Toliver has been involved in martial arts for over 20 years and has been teaching for 9 years. He has earned the black belt rank in Youn Wha Ryu Taekwondo, Pagoda Ryu Karate, Tsai Family Style Kung Fu, and C.U.M.A. (combined universal martial applications) Combatives. He fused the traditional martial arts into a style of kickboxing and self-defense which transcends the limitations of any one art. Even in group classes each student develops as an individual. Torriente uses his background as a classroom teacher to develop physically rigorous, mentally demanding, and wildly exciting classes.

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EXPERIENCE REVIEWS

Sharon B.
Reviewed on 08/18/21

I highly recommend this class. Fantastic info and repeated hands on practice. Torriente wants you to know what the proper execution feels like. The studio offers drop in classes so you can continue to build muscle memory and confidence.

I highly recommend this class. Fantastic info and repeated hands on practice. Torriente wants you to know what the proper execution feels like. The studio offers drop in classes so you can continue to build muscle memory and confidence.
Sharon B.
Reviewed on 08/18/21

I highly recommend this class. Fantastic info and repeated hands on practice. Torriente wants you to know what the proper execution feels like. The studio offers drop in classes so you can continue to build muscle memory and confidence.

I highly recommend this class. Fantastic info and repeated hands on practice. Torriente wants you to know what the proper execution feels like. The studio offers drop in classes so you can continue to build muscle memory and confidence.
Jemal S.
Reviewed on 04/27/18

Highly recommend! I wasn’t sure what to expect but this experience with Torriente was a great way to learn (hands-on in a big way!) and explore self-defense in a way that doesn’t make you feel like a victim or live in fear. I know there is much more I could learn and the content and pace of the class made the hour flyby. Lots of fun and lots of new knowledge!

Highly recommend! I wasn’t sure what to expect but this experience with Torriente was a great way to learn (hands-on in a big way!) and explore self-defense in a way that doesn’t make you feel like a victim or live in fear. I know there is much more I could learn and the content and pace of the class made the hour flyby. Lots of fun and lots of new knowledge!
Gina S.
Reviewed on 01/23/18

Taking Torriente's class was my first experience with any self-defense instruction, & I enjoyed myself. It helped that I was able to be paired with others of different strength levels, and height as attackers come in all shapes & sizes. His passion for teaching the art of self defense is contagious & makes you want to learn more.
I highly recommend this class for anyone wanting to learn the basics of defending oneself, as in how to block, push someone away from you, if they attack you from behind, etc.

Taking Torriente's class was my first experience with any self-defense instruction, & I enjoyed myself. It helped that I was able to be paired with others of different strength levels, and height as attackers come in all shapes & sizes. His passion for teaching the art of self defense is contagious & makes you want to learn more.
I highly recommend this class for anyone wanting to learn the basics of defending oneself, as in how to block, push someone away from you, if they attack you from behind, etc.
Amy P.
Reviewed on 01/14/18

Very insightful and great knowledge. Made everyone feel comfortable and created an awesome environment to learn.

Very insightful and great knowledge. Made everyone feel comfortable and created an awesome environment to learn.
Pamela J.
Reviewed on 06/05/17

My husband and I took this class together. The instructor/owner of the studio (Torriente) was great. He answered all of our questions, showed us several self-defense moves that we practiced with him and on each other. He also gave us great pointers and several dos and don'ts when it comes to safety and protecting oneself. Overall, great class. We will definitely be back to learn more.

My husband and I took this class together. The instructor/owner of the studio (Torriente) was great. He answered all of our questions, showed us several self-defense moves that we practiced with him and on each other. He also gave us great pointers and several dos and don'ts when it comes to safety and protecting oneself. Overall, great class. We will definitely be back to learn more.

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