Craig Sira has always been interested in the martial arts. He began formal training in the martial arts in 1984 with some boxing prior to that time. He has earned instructor status in Karate (1986), Modern Arnis (by Prof Presas 1991), Certifying Instructor Practitioner Level 1 in Kyusho Jitsu (by Evan Pantanzi and Jim Corn 2009) and Certified Instructor Level 1 and 2 in FAST Defense Adrenaline Scenarios (by Bill Kipp 2011). He is a founder of Combative Martial Arts and has authored five books and 2 DVDs on the martial arts. Always the student, Craig continues to train and study other martial art systems. He is an active member of FAST Defense and continues to study Kyusho Jitsu under Jim Corn. Craig instructs a martial art class called Combative Martial Arts (CMA). Combative Martial Arts is a modern martial art system developed by Craig Sira and his top students based on the ancient martial arts. It integrates the best ideas and techniques from many systems. Historically martial art experts were capable of defending themselves and others, had the courage to stand up for what is right and were respected for their insight and wisdom. CMA builds on these fine traditions. The class curriculum is flexible and customized to the student. In the fall of 2010, Craig and Laura opened The Academy Martial Arts and Fitness. The Academy is dedicated to world class martial art programs. Craig offers several types of training: 1. Weekly Martial Art Training on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 2. Quarterly Martial Art Research Class. 3. Private Lessons. 4. Seminars and special workouts. He also does presentations on self protection and bullies to groups such as scouts, etc. Please contact him if you are interested. Craig Sira The Academy Martial Arts and Fitness 700 Poseyville Road Midland, MI 48640 989-631-5960 theacademymartialartsfitness@gmail.com http: //theacademymartialartsandfitness.webs.com/ http: //combativemartialartsassociation.webs.com/