Art of Combat was founded in 1981 by Mr. Ralph J Severe. The main martial traditions which make up the Art of Combat Kickboxing System are JunFan, Panantukan, Dumog, Kali, and Catch as Catch Can Wrestling.

 Instructor Rick Henderson teaches the Art of Combat Kickboxing System in a fast paced yet relaxed class. This self-protection method focuses on attribute development and simulates real life self defense situations. AOC involves scientific knowledge, mechanics, physiology, kinesiology, and psychology. AOC also includes survival training from all ranges of self-protection such as kicking, and ground grappling. With the training based on unarmed self-protection the Art of Combat Kickboxing System uses weaponry as well such as the knife or bladed weaponry and short stick weapons as the main focus for street wise students dealing with today's violence. The Art of Combat System also teaches the use of; rope, towel, chain, cane, brass knuckles, and just about any other modern everyday object as a means for the student to defend them selves with. With kickboxing as the main emphasis, the Art of Combat Kickboxing System employs lots of heavy bag, shield, and focus mitts with partner work during a normal workout. A high level of aerobic and strength are naturally manifested through the Art of Combat Kickboxing System workouts and is

a major plus for anyone looking for a fun and healthy way to get into and stay in shape.

 Rick Henderson is a close personal friend of Mr. Ralph J Severe, and has direct lineage to this  fighting system and has been awarded the right to teach the Art of Combat Kickboxing System.