Classes at Winding Path Martial Arts Academy
Predictable. Sensory‑aware. Supportive.
Our classes are designed with neurodivergent learners in mind. Every session follows a clear routine, uses calm communication, and offers flexible participation so students can engage at a pace that feels safe.
Weekly Class Schedule
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Mondays
4:00-8:00PM
Private Lessons (1:1 or Group Options Available) -
Tuesdays
5:00-5:45PM
Pathfinders (8-12yo) (Baldoyle)6:00-6:45PM
Navigators (12-17yo) (Baldoyle)8:00-9:00PM
Balintawak Combat System - Adults (Beginners) (Baldoyle) -
Wednesdays
6:00-7:00PM
Aikibojitsu - Adults (All Levels) (Clongriffin)7:00-8:00PM
Balintawak Combat System - Adults (Advanced) (Clongriffin) -
Thursdays
4:00-8:00PM
Private Lessons (1:1 or Group Options Available) -
Fridays / Saturdays
No Classes Currently
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Sundays
10:00AM-11:00AM
Balintawak Combat System - Adults (All Levels) (Clongriffin)
Balintawak Combat System (BCS)
Balintawak Eskrima or Balintawak Arnis is a Filipino martial art created by Grandmaster Venancio "Anciong" Bacon in the 1950s to enhance and preserve the combative nature of Arnis, named after a small street in Cebu where it was founded.
Balintawak Combat System is a progression that uses Balintawak as the framework that utilizes the Coach Cot Method (CCM) of structured combative movement.
(Pathfinder, Navigator, and Adult Classes)
Aikibojitsu is a beautiful and challenging art form within which practitioners explore precise and flowing movements with a staff (jo).
Aikibojitsu provides an in-depth and comprehensive examination of the power of non-resistance through short forms and katas.
(Adult classes only)
Aikibojitsu
AMA and Self-defense class are a set of workshops based on different scenario and aspects our student find themselves in, whether self-defence due to prejudices, adaptive approaches for disabilities, etc.
(Pathfinder, Navigator, and Adult workshops)
Adaptive Martial Arts / Self-defense
Adult Classes (Ages 18+)
Beginner‑friendly, steady, and welcoming. Adult classes will include the Balintawak Combat System (BCS) curriculum, with options to also place focus on movement studies (Aikibojitsu and CCM), as well as self-defense application studies.
What to expect:
Clear explanations
No pressure to “keep up”
Sensory‑aware environment
Students build confidence, mobility, strength, and personal focus.
Pathfinder Program (Ages 8–12)
A gentle, structured introduction to martial arts. Students will gain experience through games and the first levels of the BCS Youth program
FALL TERM IN PROGRESS (Sept-Oct)
What to expect:
Same routine each week
Clear, step‑by‑step instructions
Visual demonstrations
Sensory‑aware pacing
Students build confidence, coordination, emotional regulation, and pride in their progress.
Navigator Program(Ages 13-17)
A calm, supportive space for teens to grow. Students will focus on expanding their BCS Youth program knowledge, and also have opportunities towards leadership and community growth.
FALL TERM IN PROGRESS (Sept-Oct)
What to expect:
Predictable class flow
Respectful, low‑pressure coaching
Space to pause or observe when needed
Students build strength, self‑defence skills, resilience, and communication.
1:1 Coaching
For students who benefit from quieter spaces, personalised pacing, or extra structure before joining group classes. Follow up with Coach Scott directly if you would like to discuss 1:1 training for just yourself or even groups of 2 to 4 individuals.
OUR APPROACH
Predictable routines
Low‑stimulus coaching
Flexible participation
Small class sizes
Identity‑affirming, respectful teaching
Every student is supported to feel safe, capable, and proud of their journey.