Master Instructor Shlomo Kapelnikov
- Black Belt (Master Degree) – Machatz
- Black Belt (6th Degree) – Kung Fu San Soo
- Black Belt (1st Degree) – Muay Tai Boxing
- Certified in Kadochnikov Russian hand-to-hand
Born in Jaffa, Israel, Shlomo has been teaching self defense in Los Angeles for 20 years. A student of martial arts since age ten, he is a Master Degree Black Belt in the art of Machatz, and a top master in his field.
Shlomo immigrated to the United States in 1975, and became an American citizen in 1994. He has invested 25 years of study in Kung-Fu San Soo under two masters: Master Andre Salvage and Master Larry Wikel. His devotion as a father to a 20-year-old daughter, and his love for children, has fueled his passion for developing a special program for children's self-defense.
Shlomo believes in leadership and power of the self. Having served four years in the Israeli Army, he is well-trained in the power of the mind and the body.
- "The normally hidden contents of the mind, especially in resolving conflicts, leadership, verbal and physical communication skills, create a sound understanding of oneself and others". – Shlomo Kaplelnikov
The ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new situations has become part of his life. His expertise in the use of power, strength, defense and offense techniques has allowed him to build, as well as reinforce, the character of men, woman and children, with an overwhelming sense of pride, respect and dedication to himself and to others.
Instructor Michael Horn
Michael Horn, the creator of Regenerative Movement, has over 38 years experience in the healing and martial arts. Michael has been featured in two issues of the international martial arts magazine Inside Kung Fu demonstrating advanced strength and flexibility Chi Gong exercises. Additionally, he also created and taught a self-defense course for women for the City of Los Angeles Commission on the Status of Women.
Michael is also the creator of the Standing In Spirit stress relief program (which Michael was invited to teach to corporate and government leaders in Europe, such as BASF, Eurochemie, Rabobank, KLM, Cyco Software, ING Bank, Meta Visie, by a consultant to Princess Diana), and the creator/teacher of the Sit & Get Fit video series and program for seniors, as well as for personnel at US corporations like Xerox and Candle.
Michael teaches The Ultimate Body Release at Machatz, a new, gentle and surprisingly easy way to relax and restore flexibility and circulation to your back, shoulders, neck – your entire body – without difficult or dangerous stretches, yoga postures, etc. It's the opposite of overly ambitious, competitive, image-oriented, L.A. yoga classes – the perfect underachiever's way of releasing and relaxing! Try it – you'll like it!
The Ultimate Body Release has also been reported to help improve people's overall energy, strength, digestion, pleasure, and sleep.
Regularly releasing and relieving the knots, tension and stress can free up and improve the quality of your life, including everything from a chiropractic adjustment and massage to sports activities and can even positively affect your eyesight!
"I like these exercises because they are much more non-stressful. The exercises along with the breath work are slower and more mindful. Many of us who have injuries need this, less impact against the tightened muscles, as it is less traumatic and can help us heal quicker." K.C.
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"A lot of tension in my upper back and neck was relieved, and a lot of that tension I was not even aware of. It also made me realize how much tension and tightness I have in my lower back. Overall, I was more relaxed and aware of myself and my breath in the end." M.K.
"The class was good. I would like to come back and get greater knowledge. Very comforting, will be enjoying follow up." R.G.
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"It was very relaxing. I was very sore from working the day before and it helped me relieve tension." F.Y.