Discover the power of Nature and
Martial Arts
Ever notice how a quote resonates with you, connects ideas, and
sparks inspiration?
“Respond like an echo and adapt like a shadow.”
-Guro Dan Inosanto,
paraphrasing from Sijo Bruce Lee’s teaching philosophies.
Echoes are sounds, or series of sounds, caused by the reflection of sound waves from a surface back to the listener. In many ways, we are like an echo in life. Sometimes we are the sounds, and other times we are the surfaces. Both echo and human responses can be influenced by the quality, intensity, and direction of the stimuli they receive.
A shadow is a dark area where light from a light source is blocked by an object. In a few ways, we are also like shadows in life. We adapt to our sources of light, and without light we would not exist. We are often shaped by the presence and absence of light in our lives.
The twelfth area of Kali covers the holistic training and healing arts. After time in training in the healing arts, something simple but profound inspired us: Echo Shadow Essence. Now, we invite you to embark on a holistic journey or continue your life-long, personal practice through the physical intensity of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) training and the rejuvenation of immersing yourself in Nature. Create and bolster a reciprocal relationship with your practice and Nature. Whether you are seeking fitness with mindful movement, mental well-being, or a (re)connection with Nature, you will find the right fit for you and where you are in your path. We meet you where you are in your journey and where you want to train martial arts and/or experience Nature’s restorative powers.
Echo Shadow Essence
Step into the serene world of Echo Shadow Essence, where every experience is tailored to nurture your mind, body, and spirit whether you are stepping onto the mat or on the trail.
Services we offer:
-Mixed Martial Arts training 1:1 or Group sessions, in-person and virtual, tailored to your goals and needs.
-Nature Immersion Experiences 1:1 or Group sessions, in-person and virtual, tailored to suit your lifestyle. Meditative walks in Michigan’s beautiful landscapes, in your own backyard, or from a favorite green space.
-Special events and Seminars are hosted throughout the year and seasons.
-Milestone Commemorations are personally-crafted nature walks/immersions to celebrate Life’s Moments; for example, finishing school or a special project, birthdays, all kinds of anniversaries, adoptions, celebration of life, engagements, and more. When you feel the urge to honor something close to the heart, celebrate a transformation or emergence, we encourage you to explore this option with us with as much advance-notice as possible, if your occasion allows.
-Corporate/Organization Team-Building Experiences are available. Please contact us for further details!
Bruneian Martial Arts Unified Legacy
Ready to take the next step? Our instructor specializes in Bruneian Mixed Silat.
Benefits of training and connecting with Nature
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Experience improved stamina and resilience through our mixed martial arts training, elevating your physical capabilities and overall vitality.
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Participating in our Nature Immersion Experiences with a certified Forest Therapy Guide benefits mindfulness practices, promotes self-care, cultivates emotional well-being, improves cognition, and engages all of your senses.
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Reconnect with the tranquility of Nature in Nature, allowing its soothing influence to alleviate stress, promote a sense of inner peace, while fostering a balanced perspective towards life.
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Immerse yourself in our programs to enhance focus, concentration, and align ‘mind and body’ through movement, fostering a holistic state of well-being.
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Research around the world is casting light on how spending time outdoors makes us healthier. A few holistic health benefits include: boosted immunity, improved sleep, activated parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest), increased feeling of social connection and empathy, and improved spiritual well-being.
Contact us for availability…
“It is better to be a warrior in a garden, than a gardener in a war.”
-Miyamoto Musashi
“I don’t believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of being alive.”
-Joseph Campbell
"Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees."
-John Muir
“We are not separate from this Earth: we are a part of it, whether we fully feel it in our bodies or not.”
-Sharon Blackie
