About Training

In general, classes follow the following format:

Beginning meditation
Warm up
Specific strengthening exercises
Specific stretching exercises (upper and lower body)
Investigation of principle or technique. In this Fanchento does not restrict itself to a single style. At times it looks like wrestling. At others like kickboxing, judo, aikido or Tai Chi. Classes may even resemble a yoga session or university philosophy tutorial.
Closing meditation or relaxation technique

In terms of technique, Fanchento includes: striking, throwing, holding/ locking, grappling and weaponry

FAQ:

Q: What do I wear?

A: Any loose fitting clothing with long sweat pants and no shoes.

Q: How physically demanding is training?

A: Training stretches practitioners physically, psychologically and mentally but never to an unhealthy or excessive degree.