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- Absolute Martial Arts LLC - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Robert and Rene RobinsonAt Absolute Martial Arts our goal is to train individuals in self defense and self preservation through self awareness and a working knowledge of all ranges of fighting. We pray that the skills taught will never have to be used though if the need arises that is not the time to try and figure ...
Views: 1467(1 vote) - Accomplishing Your Training Goals With Indomitable Spirit - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2007 from Jason GouldAsk yourself: “Why am I learning karate?” Some people come to the dojo to learn self-defense. Others come to relieve stress, get in better shape, learn a new art form, or meet new people. What are your personal training goals? If you’re seeking improved fitness, increased confidence, and ...
Views: 3179(1 vote) - Aikido as a Form of Self-Defence - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2019 from Umar BajwaAikido is a traditional martial art with as many as 10,000 self-defence techniques. The principles of Aikido have been formulated, and the most important of them says that it cannot be a form of sports competition. Aikido is practiced in Japan on a massive scale, and people also enroll in ...
Views: 976(1 vote) - bjj in philly-Helping People Learn Lots of Amazing Self-defence Techniques - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Derick NwokoIn the present time, Brazilian JiuJitsu is appreciated by most of the martial artists because of its numerous benefits. This art is considered as one of the popular martial arts that primary focus on floor fighting and grapping in a particular manner. These days, no matter whether an individual ...
Views: 1448(1 vote) - Body - Mind Tuning with Wing Tsun - by The study of many subjects can be achieved through reading books. The coordination of mind and body can be achieved through athletics and sports. Compared to martial arts training, both of these pursuits have limitations, however. In this article, I will explain how an individual can learn ...
Views: 1747(1 vote) - Body-Mind Tuning with WingTsun - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Keith SonnenbergThe study of many subjects can be achieved through reading books. The coordination of mind and body can be achieved through the practice of athletics and sports. Both of these pursuits have limitations, however, compared to martial arts training. In this article, I will explain how an ...The ...
Views: 2700(1 vote) - How To Choose The Best Martial Arts School For Your Child - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Denny StreckerIn this free report you will learn everything you need to know about martial arts schools and how to choose the best one for your child. My goal is to make you a “Black Belt” Shopper! Once you understand the differences between schools, you will be able to make a good decision instead of ...
Views: 5519(1 vote) - In Defense of Karate (or any other martial art) as a "Fighting Art" - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2007 from Jason GouldOne of my students came to me recently, concerned because she read a number of posts online that slammed karate for being "a less effective form of fighting/self-defense." How crude. Now, I'm trying REALLY hard not to sound like an elitist karate snob here (Okay, I admit it, I am an elitist ...
Views: 1907(1 vote) - Karate Isn't A Fighting Art, It's The Art Of Not Fighting. - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Benjamin PeacockI don’t mean any disrespect to fellow martial artists, instructors, promoters, agents and etc., but I think the brain washing should come to a complete stop. Each time I hear fellow martial artists define karate as a fighting art; I want to just scream to the top of my voice in wailing ...
Views: 3265(1 vote) - Learning to Punch Like a Girl - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2007 from Jason GouldOn any given night at Emerald Necklace Martial Arts in Boston’s Allston neighborhood, the adult students can be found in their crisp white karate uniforms, moving up and down the training floor. In summer's brutal heat and in winter's bitter cold, they punch the focus mitts and kick the ...
Views: 1438(1 vote) - Martial Arts and The Bible - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2004 from Tom KatchMartial Arts and The Bible As a Christian and a martial arts student, I have often wrestled with the idea of self-defense. Does God expect me to defend my family and myself when physically attacked or am I to “turn the other cheek” and endure it in the name of Jesus? As I considered the many ...
Views: 8486(1 vote) - Martial Arts Equipment A Smart Investment For The Health Conscious - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Boyer ChristinaDoctors today are telling more patients than ever before that if they do not get in shape, they could end up facing serious health concerns. This is why sales of martial arts equipment are going up around the country as more people discover that this is a far more entertaining and fulfilling way ...
Views: 1274(1 vote) - Painting by Moonlight - Divine Greeting Cards & Postcards - Buy Online! - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2007 from Mahendra SinghGreeting Card and PostCards - The Process I have a studio in a small corner of our home with one window facing west. Very little light comes through this window, surely none of that glorious north light the great artists worshiped. But for me, light from the outside is unimportant since all of ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - Parent's Survival Guide: Picking the Right Martial Arts School for Your Child - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2007 from Tim RosanelliChances are, if you live in any well populated area, that you have many Martial Arts school within driving distance from your home. Rightly so, because the Martial Arts are becoming a well recognized and hugely popular activity for children with millions of them currently enjoying the martial ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Purpose, Goals, and Indomitable Spirit - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Jason GouldThis article is an excerpt from an essay I wrote a while back (2004), but it's worth another look! Enjoy! Ask yourself: “Why am I learning karate?” Some people come to the dojo to learn self-defense. Others come to relieve stress, get in better shape, learn a new art form, or meet ...
Views: 2902(1 vote) - Self-Defense: Reducing the Risk of Substance-Related Rape - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Jason GouldReducing the Risk of Substance-Related Rape Substance-related rape has been occurring more frequently in recent years. Although the often-tasteless drugs are hard to detect, there are precautionary steps one can take to reduce the risk of becoming prey to this criminal conduct. Do not leave ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - Tai Chi Chuan Discussion - by a. History
When I arrived in America last year, I saw that many Americans wished to learn Tai Chi Chuan. It is a good sign that the ancient Chinese culture is gradually being accepted by western society. If you say Tai Chi Chuan, many Americans are aware of its health benefits. Although Tai Chi ...
Views: 3844(1 vote) - THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SELF-DEFENSE - by Many martial arts schools teach a subject which they call "self-defense." More often than not, these schools teach various methods of physically causing injury to an attacker to prevent him from causing you harm. While it is good that we have such schools around, it is unfortunate that many of ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - The Budo Masters - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Derek EastmanThe Budo Masters The Memories of Henry Ellis Sensie – 1957 - 2007 In the past 50 years I have been most fortunate to not only meet but ...
Views: 1609(1 vote) - The Effects of Ego When Teaching Martial Arts - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Rick KirkhamI'm so proud of the fact that I have no ego. It truly makes me the most humble person I've ever met. Regardless of whether we admit it or not, we all have an ego. It's what we do with that ego and how we demonstrate it among our martial arts peers and students which determine how good and what ...
Views: 4426(4 votes) - The Empty Mind - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Jeff AderThe Empty Mind The term of karate-do is most commonly translated as "the way of the empty hand". While many people think this means a form of self-defense that specializes in not using weapons, the real meaning of the words is much deeper than that. The kanji of karate-do actually depicts ...
Views: 3426(1 vote) - The Equipment You’ll Need for Jiu Jitsu - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Robert S. StricklerProper equipment in Jiu Jitsu should be worn at all times for the safety of the fighter, and those whom he or she will be competing. It is for this reason that it is checked by the judges before the match about to begin. But, what equipment you need to have in order to compete in Jiu Jitsu? The ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - The Ki of Aikido - An Oriental Concept of "Energy", "Self" and "Mind" - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2004 from Charlie BadenhopPreface There are many different ways to perceive, utilize, and benefit from energy. What I offer here is one of many ways. Indeed when I do other kinds of activities I perceive of and work with energy in quite a different manner. What follows is my experience of energy while performing ...
Views: 2140(1 vote) - The Paradox of One And Many in Aikido Philosophy - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2004 from Charlie BadenhopMy Aikido teacher Koichi Tohei sensei used to say that in a healthy person the flow of their ki is like the outpouring of an underground spring sitting at the bottom of a deep lake. The spring feeds water to the lake, much like we can feed the universe healing energy. The spring feeds the lake a ...
Views: 1636(1 vote) - The World's Best Art Consultancy - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Art ExchangeThe World's Best Art Consultancy art-exchange.com unveils Release III of its art tool for designers The Future Art Consultancy Locating and placing artwork in a design project is arguably the most difficult part of the project. While some designers take on this task themselves, many enlist the ...
Views: 959(1 vote) - Using Your Karate Strategy & Skills In Life And Work For Success - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from jason armstrongThe “proof is always in the pudding” with regards to how something can really benefit your life. Success means many different things to different people. For example, success may be any one of the following: career advancement, tranquility in life, finances or family. The seminar series Applied ...
Views: 1181(1 vote) - Versatile and Effective Judo Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Rhadi fergusonJudo techniques can be divided into one of three categories, These categories are: nage-waza (throwing Judo techniques), katame-waza (grappling Judo techniques), and atemi-waza (striking Judo techniques). The striking Judo techniques of judo, atemi-waza, are not legal maneuvers in judo ...
Views: 2259(3 votes) - Violence Today - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from George PetrottaTodays world is filled with violence and adversity. Many people feel that through violence and suppression, our enemies will be broken and eliminated. Instead of showing love and compassion to our fellow man, we show our muscle (nuclear arms, weapons of war and weapons of the street) and refuse ...
Views: 4198(1 vote) - What Does Functional Swords Mean? - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Larry W SmithI have been selling swords and knives for the past seven years, doing research and answering questions on the different types of swords and their uses. I’ve lived for six years in Europe and seven in the Orient seen and held swords that are easier dated in centuries rather than years. ...
Views: 1462(1 vote) - What is Classical Kung Fu - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Martin EisenWhat is Classical Kung Fu? This article is addressed to beginning students and to those interested in enlarging their knowledge of Kung Fu. The series of questions hopefully will stimulate students to carefully investigate the schools they intend to join, define classical Kung Fu and help ...
Views: 5502(1 vote) - What is it like to test for a belt in Japan as a Westerner? Or to live with a Master? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2005 from jason armstrongWhat is it like to test for a belt in Japan as a Westerner? Or to live with a Master? This article will try to provide brief insights by reflecting on my time Japan between 1995 and 2002. I will also reflect on short-term visits to Japan made by my Californian students to test for a Dan ranks. I ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - When is the Right Time to Study Self Defense? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2003 from john dNow. I know this seems a little off the cuff considering it’s such a serious topic, but I want to make it clear that there’s no time like the present. In July – September of 2002 Martial Training Systems trainers had the honor of conducting several free women’s self defense seminars in the ...
Views: 1319(2 votes) - Women In The Martial Arts - by 1st Lady Assistant to Sensei Henry Ellis Ellis Schools of Traditional Aikido
I was born in West London in 1963, my father was very involved in the martial arts and a dan grade in Karate he was also a dealer in ancient Japanese arms and armour, although my father has an antiques shop in ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - Your Personal Introduction to the Art of Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Dwight WoodsA Brief History of Muay Thai According to Ajarn Surachai Sirisute, the pioneer of Muay Thai in the United States, Muay Thai literally means Thai Boxing. The art is also referred to as The Art of Eight Limbs or the Art of Eight Weapons. This is a reference to Muay Thai’s predominant use of ...
Views: 1599(3 votes) - “Martial Arts Technology? Solutions? Web Marketing? It Doesn’t Matter To Me. Or Does It?” - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Joseph SeoMartial Arts has certainly come a long way. It wasn’t until 15 years ago that Martial Arts schools were small family-orientated businesses with carpeted floors, a punching bag, and a group of 30-40 beaming hopeful Bruce Lee wannabes. And the closest thing to a computer was the thick chunky ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - Fall and The Martial Arts - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonWith the weather getting colder outside training for all but the hard core practitioners is coming to an end. Moving inside we are returning to limited space, at home you may find only a few feet to train in, and unless you have access to an open gym you might not find significant space to ...
Views: 1689(4 votes) - Getting Outside: Seasonal Practice and the Martial Arts - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonMany times this is the slow time of the year for regular martial arts classes, people are on vacation or attending summertime events, but it is also a really good time to change up your training and get outside. While there are certain things that can be only practiced inside under controlled ...
Views: 2236(3 votes) - Are There Dangerous Qigong Teachers? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Martin EisenUnscrupulous Qigong teachers can be dangerous to your wealth, health, intellect and spirit. Two examples of people donating large sums of money to organizations will be given. There are many other examples. The danger of these con men is their charm. They pretend to be your best friend, care ...
Views: 2721(2 votes) - Applying Pearls on a String (Excerpted from the From the Mountain Journal) - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonIn Pearls on a String Theory, the body is set up like a complex beaded necklace or chain. It is easiest to imagine the individual joints as the joining of two of these pearls. Movement is generated from the joints surrounding the hips and moves out from there. When applied to the arms alone, ...
Views: 1332(1 vote) - Are You Suffering From "Chi Tolerance"? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Al SimonHave your feelings of chi from Tai Chi or Qigong diminished over time? Are you feeling chi less intensely now than when you started learning? Students often find that their first lessons in Tai Chi and Qigong bring strong sensations of chi. But over time, these sensations diminish or even ...
Views: 1827(2 votes) - Five Great Springs Of The Body - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from David ScottThe five great springs in the body are a central theme to most martial artists. It is a simple theme. Each arm is a spring that forms a fulcrum by bending at the elbow. Each leg is a spring formed at the knees. And the body itself forms a spring at the waist. They help to absorb and ...
Views: 1444(1 vote) - How to Find Quality Mixed Martial Arts Schools - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from David JonesLike many people, you may have become interested in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). You may wonder if this is a sport you’d like to try for yourself. In order to give it a good go, you will need to find some good MMA schools in Richmond VA, and narrow in on one where you would like to ...
Views: 1357(1 vote) - Is MMA Good For Martial Arts? - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from David OrmanIn the 80′s it was the era of the Ninja, thanks to the movies. That phase passed. It n the 90′s, it was the era of Aikido, thanks to Steven Seagal and again, those movies. That phase passed. Now it is the era of Mixed Martial Arts, thanks mainly to the UFC. This phase continues to ...
Views: 1644(1 vote) - Less Better, understanding Tai Chi Chuan - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from David LenkovitzkiThere are 2 major categories that 'thangs' fall under, 'more better' and 'less better'. The majority of the world falls under (1) 'more better', you want to go faster, you put a bigger motor in your car, 1 aspirin does not make your headache go way, take 2, if you want to learn MA, get bigger ...
Views: 4354(1 vote) - Never Too Old for Tai Chi and the Martial Arts - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonI was asked this week if being in your forties is too old to start a Tai Chi class, when I get this question it always seems strange to me especially since nearly all the latest press releases on Tai Chi have been about it being used in senior exercise classes and to prevent falls. But than ...
Views: 2333(1 vote) - Should Children Should Be Allowed in MMA? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from i-Supplements comThe popularity of Mixed Martial Arts has exploded into mainstream America as well as all over the world. The history of MMA dates back to 648 BC when a form of fighting called Pankration was introduced in the Greek Olympic Games. Pankration was a mix of boxing and wrestling with very limited ...
Views: 2837(1 vote) - Styles of Martial Arts - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2017 from Lora DavisWhen someone says they are studying martial arts, this is just a general statement as there are many styles of martial arts. All of them are unique in their own way. The term martial arts mean various methods of combat that incorporate different codified practices and techniques. The main reason ...
Views: 1715(1 vote) - The Best Mixed Martial Arts Training - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from David JonesMixed martial arts (mma) are a full contact combat sport. MMA involves techniques for both striking and grappling, and incorporates skills and strategies from various disciplines including boxing, kickboxing, Brazilian Jui Jitsu, Judo, Greco Roman Wrestling, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Karate, and ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - The Everyday Benefits of Martial Arts Training - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Rick KirkhamSome people feel martial arts training is just for those rare moments when you or a loved one is attacked, but what if martial arts could be used everyday of your life...? Would that interest you more? Is being more aware of your surrounding, faster, stronger, better balanced, better ...
Views: 3413(3 votes) - Advice for Future Martial Arts Instructors - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Alyssa AmatoBecoming a martial arts instructor was one of the most highlights of my existence. I had studied Karate for over 10 years and trained under a few of who I believe to be the most efficient lecturers on the planet. So, when it got here time for me to select an occupation trail - I already knew ...
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