Night Strike Self Defense 2.08

Many people say that blind people cannot do martial arts; that it is too physical, too hard an activity for those without sight. Even those who believe that it can be done often say that blind people can only do BJJ, Judo, and assorted arts restricted to grappling. We of Night Strike Self Defense are here to tell you differently; we are here to prove that blind people can be fit, be safe, be strong, and that a blind martial artist can strike, or grapple, or do both- as long as he/she clock in the time to train.

Lead by Tafisa World tournament silver medalist Johnny (the tiger) Tai, and his first disciple Clement Chou, Night Strike first started as a scattered series of workshops Tai taught for various organizations for the blind in Canada. In 2016, Tai and Chou decided to further realize the project by giving it its current name and internet identity, and with the help of Night Strike member Amber Thomas and others, this page was created.

Rather than a new system or a new style, Night Strike is a collective experience in workshop format, where Tai's background in Karate Counter Attack and Krav Maga, combined with Chou's background in Aikido and laido, create a broader, more dynamic training experience for those with visual and/or other disabilities who wish to learn martial arts and self defense. We do not wish for night strike to become "THE BEST SELF DEFENSE SYSTEM FOR THE BLIND," but rather, we wish for Night Strike to be the gateway through which, you can discover the passion for training and fitness, and through which you may find the style of your choice.

Being both totally blind, and Tai being also partially deaf, both instructors are no strangers to overcoming the many challenges and frustrations an aspiring martial artist with disabilities may face. So if you are a person with disability who has always wanted to train, are training, or just someone who's stumbled upon our page during your quest for knowledge, we are here for you. Tell your friends, like our page, help us keep the movement alive.
Remember,
"No one ever kicked ass by saying I can't."