CHUNTIAN ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL REAL-WORLD SELF DEFENSE
Chuntian Academy was founded in Suffolk, Virginia, in 1988. Starting as a small club, it grew into a commercial martial arts school during the 1990s.
In 2001, the founder moved to Asia for further study and teaching. Chuntian Academy International (CAI) opened and was based in Shizuoka, Japan, from 2001–2023, offering classes, seminars, and workshops throughout Japan. A Singapore branch opened in 2012. In August 2023, CAI founder Matt Plewes returned home to Virginia, USA.
Whether you want to learn the complete system or a specialized short program, we can help. Train three days a week or once a month—we can adapt training to your fitness level, limitations, goals, and schedule. Train at your pace. Most importantly, DO IT!
REAL-WORLD SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
CAI emphasizes natural body mechanics, reflexive responses, and simple, efficient techniques that do not depend heavily on size or strength.
Students learn practical skills to:
* Prevent, avoid, and escape dangerous situations
* Protect themselves and others
* Control aggressive individuals
* Respond to multiple attackers
* Make effective decisions under stress
Realistic scenario training safely recreates situations involving streets, vehicles, public places, homes, and other everyday environments.
SPECIALIZED SHORT PROGRAMS
B.E.A.R.® – Basic Escapes and Run
Essential self-defense skills for escaping grabs, chokes, holds, and basic attacks. The objective is simple: Escape and get to safety.
R.A.T.T. ® – Rapid Attack Techniques and Tactics.
Based on Jeet Kune Do’s forward blasts and select pressure points and chin’na.
S.A.C.T.® – Seize and Control Techniques
Based on Kung Fu Chin’na, including joint locks, control techniques, takedowns, restraint, and neutralization skills. Ideal enhancement skills for security and law enforcement
R.A.W.® – Readily Available Weapons
Learn how common everyday objects may be adapted for emergency self-protection when lawful and necessary, including pens, keys, umbrellas, canes, shoes, chairs, and other readily available items.
NOW ENROLLING
CAI is currently accepting new students and introducing new fitness programs.
Contact us for more information. matt@plewescenter.com (TEL.757-751-7578)