September 6, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
📍 Marriott Research Triangle, Durham, NC
Prepare to level up your martial science!
Join us for SWARM, Dragon Society International’s exclusive twice-a-year gathering of elite martial artists and instructors from across the globe. This year’s convention brings together some of the most respected minds in pressure point science, joint manipulation, kata application, and real-world self-defense.
Featured Instructors Include:
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🥋 Professor Rick Moneymaker – Co-founder of DSI, legendary for his groundbreaking work in Kyusho and martial science
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🥋 Professor Tom Muncy – Co-founder of DSI, legendary for his groundbreaking work in Kyusho and martial science
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🥋 Professor Joe Aldridge – Known for his down to earth and laid back presentation
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🥋 Professor Mike Patrick – Known for his dynamic instruction and scientific approach
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🌺 Special Guest: Grandmaster Marcus Devalentino (Hawaii) – Renowned martial arts innovator and expert in practical combative theory
Expect 7 hours of hands-on, high-impact training, concept-driven instruction, and an unforgettable atmosphere of camaraderie and discovery. Whether you’re a beginner or a high-ranking black belt, you’ll leave with real-world skills, new insights, and actionable knowledge to take back to your dojo.
What You’ll Learn:
- Advanced martial science techniques that integrate the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including energy flow, meridian theory, and pressure point applications.
- How to enhance your martial arts effectiveness by using TCM’s understanding of the body’s energetic systems for strikes, joint locks, and defensive movements.
- Practical applications of TCM concepts such as Qi, Yin-Yang balance, and the Five Elements in real-world self-defense scenarios.
- How to incorporate the healing aspects of TCM into your martial practice to optimize recovery and longevity in training and combat.
A Unique Opportunity:
- Learn from multiple Dragon Society International instructors, including highly experienced grandmasters who will share their deep knowledge and techniques.
- A diverse curriculum covering a wide range of martial science topics, from advanced strikes to energy manipulation, all grounded in the science of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- A focused and immersive training environment that allows for in-depth learning and hands-on practice of high-level martial skills.
Event Details:
- Date & Time: 7 hours of training with multiple instructors.
- Location: Marriott Research Triangle, Durham – a state-of-the-art venue for an elevated seminar experience.
Who Should Attend: This seminar is designed for martial artists of all styles who are seeking to elevate their knowledge and application of advanced martial techniques, especially those interested in the intersection of traditional martial arts and TCM principles. Whether you’re a beginner looking to expand your skill set or an advanced practitioner aiming to refine your understanding of energy and body mechanics in combat, this event will provide valuable insights and techniques.
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to train with grandmasters from around the world and take your martial arts practice to the next level with the powerful fusion of advanced martial science and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
🎟️ Space is limited — reserve your spot now and experience the next evolution in martial arts.
👉 Open to all styles and affiliations.
