Local Martial Arts Studio: Not Your Old Man's Dojo!

Local Martial Arts Studio Provides Shuttle Service, Family Atmosphere, More!

Apopka, Florida's first and only full-service Martial Arts Fitness Studio seems to be growing at an astronomical pace for one main reason. Simply put, Breaking Point Martial Arts' staff of coaches and professional trainers create an unprecedented positive, family atmosphere for all its members.

BPMA staffer, Melessa Handy says, "Breaking Point is the perfect place to help [you] get fit and stay that way. We provide training for the beginner as well as pro-level athletes."

She claims, "Our bodies need physical activity that not only challenges us, but also interests us, so that we - ultimately - stay committed. We give our members that and much more!"

They are conveniently located at 123 West Main Street in downtown Apopka, and proudly offer an array of classes that is unparalleled, including group and individual fitness training all at a very reasonable price.

It's not just a fitness center though, or merely a dojo, but both and agreeably much more. The myriad of martial arts disciplines, and overall fitness programs in which Breaking Point specializes are all geared toward the self-actualization of its members, and more than qualifies this facility as a bona fide one-of-a-kind.

What's more over-the-top than their after school programs to which Breaking Point provides a shuttle service from Apopka area schools? Their primary focus is, in fact, mentoring area youth; keeping them off the streets, reinforcing respect and the importance of good grades all while promoting responsibility, discipline, and self-confidence.

They have professional trainers and coaches for each of the following:

• Wrestling
• Boxing
• Karate
• Mixed Martial Arts
• Muay Thai Kickboxing
• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
• No Gi Grappling
• Cardiovascular Health Programs
• All-encompassing Fitness Programs
• And More!

Charlie Benham, President of Operations and Youth Development Coordinator for Breaking Point extends an open invitation for area residents to drop by anytime during their normal hours of operation.

In this day and age, one doesn't have to look very far at all to see a wealth of negativity, but this little diamond in the rough is fighting the good fight, fostering a positive atmosphere right here in Central Florida that could very well have an exponential impact on future generations.

Stop by and take a peek at the work they're doing, connect with them on Facebook or call (321) 439-1108 for your FREE Personal Fitness Analysis today!

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9/11/2001: A Snapshot of the American Family

It seems more fresh to me than 14 years ago...

Perhaps I empathized a little too much with everyone in lower Manhattan that day, but who didn't? All those images though... they are forever etched in my mind.

Maybe we've all had a secret, borderline-unhealthy fascination with September 11, 2001, but I have wanted to know literally everything about it - exactly what happened, and why -  since then.

I have spent hundreds of hours watching YouTube videos, documentaries, actual news feed replays, conspiracy theories, etc. I've read the official 9/11 Commission Report. Twice. From cover-to-cover. I've wondered why just like you are right about now, but the only way I know how to explain it is, simply, I felt like I had to.

Even on other days throughout the year, I have found myself researching, or watching something surrounding the worst attacks on our nation since Pearl Harbor. Not every day, but often... and again, I just felt compelled to do so.

It's also a possibility, however, I'm just getting older, and time seems to slip by a bit faster as I age. There's that, but I've met several people who were there, and have lived it through their personal experiences as well.

More than anything else, it was obvious to me how we were a member of the same family that day. We all witnessed the ugliest day in my lifetime,  but in the midst of it, we cried together, hugged each other, held hands, prayed, and were just a little nicer to random strangers; Black, White, Hispanic, Asian... our differences disappeared for that blink of an eye.

When faced with our own mortality, though, we seem to be hard-wired to shut off that part of ourselves that pre-judges, and we become something better; helping one another more than ever without hesitation or reservation.

I don't think we will ever forget 9/11/01, but I believe that we can be more conscientious, compassionate, and respectful people all the time just like we were in one moment. That humanitarian spirit of the American Family I witnessed on one day in history is the reason I cannot let go of the day, or my belief in US!

In many ways, it seems like a lifetime ago, but I suppose 14 years isn't such a long time in the grand scheme of 'things' after all. Where we stand now, though, I seriously doubt anyone would ever believe we were ever on one accord... even for a second unless they saw it like I did.

I challenge everyone - on this, and every other day - to focus on the things we have in common first. It will be easier to appreciate and respect our differences ensuing. May we all make an effort to resurrect the American Family that was born during the tragedy of 9/11. It's all-inclusive and forever, not just a snapshot in time when we found beauty in a negative space. After 14 years, and for the sake of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, I think we owe it to ourselves to at least try.

Thank you all!

Jeffrey S.Hales