BOWMANS MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
FIRST OFFICAL AFFLIATE MILETICH SCHOOL IN CANADA
Miletich Fighting Systems
Miletich Fighting Systems was founded in 1997 by Pat Miletich, who was born and raised in Bettendorf, Iowa. Pat Miletich has a long history in sports and martial arts training. His credentials include all-state in wrestling and football, black-belts in Karate and Jiu-Jitsu, a U.S. Muay-Thai kickboxing title, undefeated in pro boxing, and is a five time World Professional Mixed Martial Arts Champion.
Given the knowledge of these different types of martial arts and athletic endeavors he has pursued, Mr. Miletich has been able to formulate a martial arts training that enables students of all levels to enjoy the benefits of his years of training. Whether it's a five year old Taekwondo student, a house wife, a buisness man, or the person who wants to become a world champion.
Pat Miletich has trained more world champions than any other trainer in the world, and takes great pride in getting a fighter to the pinnacle of the sport of mixed mrtial arts fighting. However most people do not know that 95% of all students trained at Miletich Fighting Systems are people that have no intention of ever stepping into the ring.
The Miletich Fighting Systems instructors understand that all people have the desire to be in great shape, learn how to defend themselves, and at the same time avoid injury. Our workouts have a proven safety record that will enable you to train in a safe, fun, and controlled class setting.
We encourage people of all ages and abilities to try the classes here at our facility and see why so many people from around the world travel to train right here in Bettendorf, Iowa at the Miletich Fighting Systems facility.
Positive Action Family Programs
Family programs develop team spirit. Our programs are designed to develop and strengthen the unity of the family. When individuals work together as a team their individual talents will necessarily improve. It is more natural for parents and children to get along than to be at odds with each other. Our programs help to create a strong family bond by instilling a life-long loyalty. The whole family can learn to live up to their full potential.
Award-Winning Children's Programs
We are very concerned with the well-being and education of our children. We understand that younger students have a shorter attention span. Our unique children's programs use interesting and enjoyable methods to keep the students' attention and teach our young students skills that they can use for life.
- We promote non-violent resolutions to conflict. Our methods help children to explore and understand conflict through role-play and other execises.
- Students will learn confidence, self-discipline, and control as they learn to act and react to the world around them.
- Our young students are treated with respect and are taught to return the same respect to others.
- We believe in praise, encouragement and positive reinforcement. We have incentives for good academic report cards. Students must maintain good grades to be promoted to a higher rank.
- We teach students the value of making goals and working to meet them. 
Rewarding Adult Programs
We offer adult programs for all levels of skill. We encourage participation of women, men, children, parents and grandparents, because everyone can benefit from the study of martial arts. We treat all of our students with respect. We emphasize the positive attributes of our students, helping them to gain self-esteem and achieve higher goals. Our black belt martial arts school emphasizes discipline and the value of presisting until goals are reached. We believe in following a high standard of values to bring out the good and increase the quality of life. Regular attendance of our special Adult Programs will result in stress reduction and improved health.
Expect Extraordinary Benefits
Positive Self-Image and Pride
A positive self-image leads to victory. If you want to be a champion Black Belt you must hold a positive image or yourself. One is not naturally born with a positive self-image; it must be learned and practiced. Studying the Martial Arts is an excellent way to enhance your pride. The motivating force of pride will drive you to accomplish your objectives.
Courage to Overcome Fear
Courage is the maker of a champion Black Belt, and Courage is a measure of your heart, your desire, your inner strength. Courage will keep you from being intimidated by the prospect of failure. Fear is a natural part of life, but it can drive you to perform better if you have the courage to face it.
Self-Discipline and Respect
The Martial Arts Philosophy teaches the importance of respect for one's self and others. All Black Belt students must follow the Student Creed. Students will learn to set goals and be self-motivating in achieving them. Our youngest students have self-confidence to resist peer pressure and the disastrous effects of drugs and gangs.
Reaching Goals and Objectives
To help students achieve their goals they will be tested regularly and their progress will be assessed by an instructor. Achieving a Black Belt is a multi-year goal for most people, along the way there are short term objectives to advance in skill level. Learning to set and achieve goals will help students become more successful in other areas of their lives as well. Though the years, the Martial Arts Industry has grown rapidly. It has grown out of the image of a gym to that of a school, with a curriculum which outlines goals and objectives. A strong classroom structure is the key to the Black Belt Success System - it helps the student stay focused on his or her own goals.
Whether you are a serious fighter training for MMA, ring or cage fights, or simply trying to get in shape and enjoying the mental and physical challenges of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Munduruca Martial Arts has it all. Munduruca Martial Arts! Rodrigo Munduruca! Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Submission Grappling! BJJ can best be described as the “Gentle Art” or “Chess on the Mat” in that you can cause such intense pain to obtain a submission, yet not injure your opponent. The sport requires thought, skill and training as there are tons of moves, countermoves and a variety of strategies which can be employed for or against each competitor. Further, it is an incredible cardio workout, which some have advised can burn off as many as 2,000 to 3,000 calories per session.
The Club is located on Wardlaw Ave, at Scott St. and has club members from all walks of life who come to train. The club has programs for Men, Women, and children.
Rodrigo immigrated to Winnipeg from Brazil and he is a Black Belt in BJJ. Rodrigo is considered to be “one of the most sought after BJJ instructors in the country” and has trained numerous fighters who have fought in tournaments and MMA events such as the UFC.
The sport of BJJ has rapidly been gaining popularity as more people become familiar with the many aspects of this great Martial Art. BJJ is one art where a big person can be dominated by a much smaller (or much older) opponent.
