Esaeld’s Applied Fighting Methods

If you’re looking for a place to learn self defense/​real street fighting techniques this is the place to go. I have been training with Sifu Mike since Oct. 2013. He is very passionate about martial arts and it shows through his training/​teaching. What I like most about the class are the techniques that he teaches you are actual ones that would work in a real life situation. He’s all about looking for new or improving on the techniques he teaches, which makes the learning process more fun and feels like your own personal style. I find this is why Applied Fighting Methods is better than going to a martial arts school where the instructor just expects you to just follow his or her way, but since everyone is different you need to find what works best for you and your abilities. This is something Bruce Lee conveyed as well.
I had some background in Wushu and I took some classes of jiu jit su, but I never really felt the techniques I learned would be useful to me if I needed to defend myself. Luckily I stumbled on to Sifu Mike’s website and decided to apply. It was intimidating when I first started, I felt having a background in JKD or wing chun would have helped me greatly, but if you stick with it and have the willingness to learn it will pay off.
So, if you’re looking to new martial arts contact Sifu Mike right away. You will not regret it. All he asks for in return is patience and the dedication to stick with it.

Wow! A must experience if you have a passion for reality inspired mixed martial arts. Applied Fighting Methods is the JKD ‘Real Deal’ in Gilbert, Arizona. What a life changing honor and privilege in martial art self exploration these past 16 months. Sifu Mike and his students are a reflection of and so much more then the accepted ‘JKD’ philosophy.
Sifu Mike has applied his vast training and personal passion in a multitude of fighting arts (Jeet Kune Do, Panantukan, Jun Fan Gungfu, Wing Chun, Dumog, Kali-​Silat, Chinese Kenpo, Muay Thai) to his present truth-​inspired, practical, real world fighting philosophy. I consider his methods and system uniquely qualified.
«…It’s a lifestyle, it’s a commitment and something you do the rest of your life. «You just do it.» –Sifu Mike
If you are fortunate enough to be invited to train, remember these three basic agreements he requires of all guests and students: exhibit a personal long term dedication to training, embrace mutual respect with others and ALWAYS BE ON TIME to class!
Call or write Sifu Mike for an interview, whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or older multiple black belt/​disciplined martial artist. Hope to see you in class!

This an awesome class!!! Sifu Mike is passionate about the arts. It shows in his teaching method and appreciated by his students. It’s practical for the street! It’s a combination of JKD, Wing Chun, Eskrima, and Jiu Jit Su, in that order. You just need to show up with an empty cup and leave your ego at home. Call him, get interviewed and accepted. You won’t regret it. Semper Fi.