The 85 Method
If your self-defense plan begins with a punch, it begins too late.
The 85 Method is a practical approach to personal safety developed by Hanshi Anthony Codispoti through more than four decades of martial arts training and teaching. It emphasizes what happens before a confrontation, not just what to do if one becomes physical.
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Our philosophy
85% nonphysical. 15% physical.
Awareness, prevention, boundaries, communication, decision-making and confidence are the foundation of The 85 Method. Functional physical skills provide additional options when necessary.
The 85/15 principle describes our training priorities, not a measured statistic about dangerous encounters.
The ABCs
Awareness. Boundaries. Core Confidence.
Awareness
Recognize changes in your environment and your own responses.
Boundaries
Use your voice, establish personal limits and know when to disengage.
Core Confidence
Manage pressure, make decisions and develop practical skills to protect yourself and loved ones.
Awareness creates opportunity.
Personal safety is not about living in fear. It is about building awareness, confidence and practical options so you can move through life more prepared.
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Your journey starts here
The best way to understand The Phoenix Way is to experience it for yourself.
Schedule a personal introduction, visit our dojo, meet our instructors, and spend a little time with us on the mat.
We’ll learn what you’re looking for, answer your questions, and help you determine whether The Phoenix Way is the right fit for you or your child.
170 Patterson Avenue, Shrewsbury, New Jersey
Traditional Roots. Real Self-Defense. Real Confidence.
An integrated martial arts system in Shrewsbury, New Jersey, combining functional self-defense, physical fitness, and a community committed to helping people grow.
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