Philadelphia’s #1 spot for Martial Arts, Fitness, and Personal Protection!
At the Urban Defense Center, you will find a wide range of programs that address the diverse needs of the people of Philadelphia! Whether you are looking for beginning martial arts, fitness, advanced technical training, or a home-based self-defense tutorial, Urban Defense has what you need!
The Urban Defense programs are tailored for the urban lifestyle. Unlike traditional martial arts schools or fitness centers, the Urban Defense Center combines a structured martial arts program with practical skills for urban living. At the foundation of Urban Defense is the philosophy of hard work, dedication, commitment, responsibility and accountability. Since 1996, Master Lawrence Whitaker has developed a total martial arts program that helps individuals strengthen their minds and bodies so they can achieve their personal best. In addition, he offers the best total-body aerobic workout in the Philadelphia area! Finally, new this year is the Awareness, Safety, and Protection Program (ASAP) designed to bring fitness and personal protection right to your home!
Don’t wait another minute! Begin the life you have always imagined now!
Available services: self-defense, martial arts, mixed martial arts, MMA, personal protection, kickboxing, safety classes, cardio classes, fitness classes, personal training, boxing, street fighting
Testimonials
"I have been with a lot of different trainers from all around the world - from England to France to Africa - and none of them have the wealth of knowledge that Master Whitaker has. He will teach you what actually works in real fighting. This is the most effective workout I have ever seen. What you were doing before isn't anything like the training you will get here. I've known Master Whitaker for 15 years and I've seen guys come and go, but I've never seen someone go somewhere else and get better."
-Bryan B., Professional Boxer/Professional Fighter, Philadelphia
"During my first experience at the Urban Defense Center, Master Whitaker showed me some simple aerobic moves in time with hip hop music. He counted out loud and led me through waist turns while bending my knees in a low squat, then how to step right and left repeatedly while circling my bent arms forward and then backward. After 45 minutes, my clothes were drenched with sweat, but the work-out felt like too much fun to be effective. But then Master Whitaker explained how these simple moves could equate to self defense tactics. I decided to invest in myself and returned for more."
-Allison M., Corporate Professional, Philadelphia
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