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MAY 2 0 1 7 I BOROMAG.COM 23 Omni Martial Arts semi-private coaching sessions may also take place throughout the afternoon. At 4:15, the children’s programming begins. Early evening schedules normally consist of two to three children’s classes followed by two adult classes. All classes focus on a tough workout with proper technique and practical application. “Our adult program is all about camaraderie and hard work,” Rivera said. “Omni students train and often socialize together, their relationships forged through challenging workouts. We are proud to provide adults the kind of atmosphere where they can make friends and grow as people.” Those who want to see what Omni is all about can try their one-week trial for $19.99, their six-week spring special (including a free kid’s uniform) for $78.99, or Omni Summer Sessions for kids ages 6 and up. Omni Martial Arts fills a need in western Queens for legitimate, practical martial arts training in a friendly, family atmosphere. “The community has embraced us from the beginning and we have been successful right out of the gate,” Rivera said. THE OMNI TEAM: Owner Julio Rivera is a Brazilian jiujitsu, judo and Japanese jiujitsu black belt and IBJJF World Senior Jiu-Jitsu Champion. Mario Hernandez is an amateur MMA champion who will be making his pro debut this month. Alvaro Tautiva is a brown belt and is National and Pan Jiu-Jitsu Champion. Rafael Santana is a brown belt that has won the Boston Open among other tournaments. He is also an adjunct at BMCC. CLASSES OFFERED: Brazilian jiujitsu (submissions and ground fighting) Judo (throws) Kickboxing (Muay Thai and Western Boxing) Free self-defense workshops that cover practical street protection are offered a few times a year OMNINYC.COM [email protected] INSTAGRAM: OMNIMARTIALARTS FACEBOOK: OMNIMARTIALARTS Photos courtesy of Omni Martial Arts and Instagram/@omnimartialarts


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