Willie Laureano | Bio
Willie Laureano is one of the most respected Filipino Martial Arts instructors in the world. Originally from the Philippines, he started training with the world famous Guro Dan Inosanto in 1980 and has been studying, competing and teaching ever since. With close to 40 years of experience under his belt, he is known for his wide range of Martial Arts expertise in FMA as well as Striking. Willie trains a variety of people in FMA, ranging from world champion athletes such as Anderson Silva to numerous members of the Special Operations community.
OUR COACHES
Baret YoshidaJiu Jitsu / MMA
Basheer AbdullahBoxing
Charles MartinezFMA / MMA / Muay Thai
Chris LebenJiu Jitsu / MMA / Wrestling
Dominic DamianJiu Jitsu
Joe VargasBoxing
Kru MarkMuay Thai
Ryan FortinJiu Jitsu
Tone ZuazoJiu Jitsu
Vince SalvadorKickboxing / MMA
Willie LaureanoFilipino Martial Arts
Zbigniew PiecJudo
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4 Ways to Use Elbows in Muay Thai
Elbows are one of the major differences between Kickboxing and Muay Thai and make the sport of Muay Thai and how fighters use it unique. In this video coach Charles Martinez shows you 4 different elbow strike techniques to use in Muay Thai fights and explains
Finishing the Bow and Arrow Choke in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu When Your Opponent Falls on Your Leg
The Bow and Arrow Choke is one of the cornerstones we teach in our Jiu Jitsu classes. Sometimes though it can be difficult to finish, especially if your opponent falls on your leg as you go to complete it. In this Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tip
MMA Legend Enson Inoue Seminar
Former Pride, UFC, and Shooto fighter Enson Inoue will be giving a seminar at his home away from home, The Arena, on Saturday August 3rd. Enson along with his brother Egan, are the Jiu Jitsu and MMA teachers of Master Baret Yoshida. Bring your NoGi
