MAGANDA
LOVE
INTEGRITY
EMPOWER
LOYALTY
Healing - Martial arts can be a powerful tool for physical and emotional healing, allowing practitioners to release stress and trauma through movement and exercise. In Jeremiah 30:17, it says "For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord." This verse emphasizes the importance of physical healing and how it can be a sign of God's grace and mercy.
Restoration - The discipline and focus required in martial arts can help restore balance and order to our lives. As we learn to control our bodies and minds, we can find a sense of peace and harmony that transcends the martial arts. In Joel 2:25, it says "I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten," which highlights the idea that restoration can bring back what was lost and make us whole again.
Freedom - Martial arts can help us break free from negative patterns of behavior and thought, allowing us to live more fully and authentically. As we overcome our fears and limitations through martial arts training, we can experience a newfound sense of freedom and empowerment. In Galatians 5:1, it says "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery." This verse reminds us that we are called to live in freedom, and that Christ has already won the victory over anything that would seek to hold us back.
Purpose - The discipline and focus required in martial arts can also help us discover our true purpose in life. As we develop our skills and abilities, we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. In Proverbs 19:21, it says "Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand." This verse reminds us that God has a purpose for our lives, and that our martial arts training can help us align ourselves with that purpose.
In 2010, the Maganda Project was founded with a vision to provide free self-defense courses rooted in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Our goal is to empower young girls and women to awaken their inner strength through spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional healing. We believe this can be achieved in any environment, including professional settings, schools, churches, and public places.
Our mission is to offer healing and recognition of inner strength to every person who participates in our self-defense courses. We taught our first courses at a rehabilitation housing in Orange County, California, where we witnessed firsthand the positive impact of our techniques on young women recovering from substance dependency. They left our classes with improved self-confidence and a sense of control and power within themselves. This experience strengthened our commitment to serving others through martial arts, fitness, self-defense, and faith.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower and uplift underprivileged communities by providing quality fitness & martial art programs to women and children, with a focus on improving their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
We are dedicated to making a positive impact and helping individuals achieve their full potential, regardless of their socio-economic status.
Project
1 CORINTHIANS 13:13
THE MAGANDA
Divine Protection and Confidence
Honor God's protection by equipping yourself with self-defense skills, walking confidently in faith.
Strengthening Body and Spirit
Integrate physical techniques with spiritual teachings for honoring personal safety and inner resilience.
Building a Supportive Community
Connect with like-minded women who share your values, and receive mutual support, encouragement, and prayer.
Embracing Courage and Faith
Develop God-given courage to face challenges with a heart full of faith, standing firm in your beliefs.
Teaching Respect and Boundaries
Learn to protect yourself while respecting others and setting healthy boundaries, guided by Christian principles.
Nurturing a Spirit of Peace
Gain skills and knowledge that reduce fear and foster a sense of peace in all areas of your life.