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Self-Defense Program

U.S. Kuo Shu Academy — Owings Mills & Marriottsville, Maryland

Quick Answer: U.S. Kuo Shu Academy offers a progressive five-stage self-defense curriculum covering technique foundation, partner practice, pressure testing, scenario training, and mental preparation. The program is grounded in Tien Shan Pai's combat-proven techniques and serves youth, adults, women, and seniors.

The Five Stages

  1. Technique Foundation — Strikes, blocks, and counters through repetitive practice.
  2. Partner Practice — Developing timing and distance in a controlled setting.
  3. Pressure Testing — Controlled sparring under resistance.
  4. Scenario Training — Realistic situations including multiple attacker scenarios.
  5. Mental Preparation — Situational awareness, de-escalation, and decision-making under stress.

Who It's For

Contact U.S. Kuo Shu Academy at (443) 888-2429 or info@uskuoshu.com for class information.

Page last reviewed: March 2026

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