Regular or De-escalated
We always stress that NOTHING occurs in a vacuum. There always exists stepping stones or a progression of events that lead up to a "situation". Whether YOU are AWARE of them or not is not the issue(it should be, but as they say "sh%& happens").Regardless whether you saw it "coming"... Read More
Sensing Intention
One of the 'mystical' aspects of the martial arts has always been the ability to feel another persons intention.Sensing intention gives a person the ability to be in instant control of a potentially violent encounter, and it's one of the ways we use the martial arts to test our energy... Read More
Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide
"Daddy, I want to take Karate!""Mommy, Jimmy on the bus hit me again today"There are many reasons why parents want to sign their children up for Self Defense or Martial Arts classes. Once you have made the decision, now you are faced with many different options and questions. What style?... Read More
Nuts & Bolts of Self Defense
Fundamental "Nuts & Bolts" training for close combat should be directed at dealing with the extremes. That is a life and death struggle for survival, i.e. worst case scenario. Restraint, control, and use of force scenarios and methods are peripheral to this core training. In other words train to deal... Read More
Content, Are We?
I asked a simple question at the last seminar:"How much has everyone improved in the year since we last got together?"I've practiced the same basics everyday for decades.Everyday Rain or shine. Summer, winter, spring and fall. Over and over and over.............................................And I'm never satisfied. I'm not fast enough, I don't... Read More
Are You Frustrated Yet?
I was talking to a parent recently and they told me that their son was not going to compete in wrestling because they were afraid they would get frustrated when he lost. The parent felt the child was far too sensitive to handle the frustration of failure and may get... Read More
Martial Arts Strength Training
According to various sources on the internet, a 1996 article in Iron Man Magazine revealed Bruce Lee's workout. In addition to his cardio and karate workouts, Lee lifted weights three times a week and performed the following routine: clean and presses 2 x 8 squats 2 x 12 barbell pullovers... Read More
Safety Awareness & Self Defense: Circle of Safety
Safety Awareness & Self Defense is the responsibility of each individual. Knowing your surroundings and being aware of potential dangers is your first step towards self-defense. Avoiding and distancing yourself from circumstances that could be trouble are your responsibility.The Circle of Safety is an imaginary boundary extending from your body... Read More
Grown Man Quits After 3 Mat Pulls!
A matt pull is the simple act of lying on flat on your stomach, reaching in front of you and pulling your self across the mat. This is one exercise that helps develop your muscles for grappling. We do these as a part of our warm up.The other day, I... Read More
Bogu Training
About four years ago Carl recommended we start using the Bogu during our kumite (sparring practice). This method was developed in Okinawa and then found its way into mainland Japan and eventually to the U.S. where only a few clubs still do this. And even in those clubs, only a... Read More
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Are You Frustrated Yet?
I was talking to a parent recently and they told... Read More
The Acronym That Saved My Life
Frequently, I get asked about certifications, systems or methods. We... Read More
Who Created Tai Chi Chuan (Tai Chi Boxing)?
I have read a number of books, articles, and novels,... Read More
I Know Karate and Kung Fu and Lots of Other Foreign Words!
Martial arts have become incredibly popular in the US. Drive... Read More
Applying Law of Gravity to Judo
In judo it is important to throw your opponent by... Read More
Martial Arts Sparring and Training Protective Equipment
The benefits of Martial Arts has always appealed its practitioners.... Read More
Learning the Modern Dynamics of Judo
You may have the erroneous idea that force is not... Read More
Samurai Armor Part 1
The first prototype for Japanese samurai armor came about in... Read More
Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide
"Daddy, I want to take Karate!""Mommy, Jimmy on the bus... Read More
COMBATIVES A Rose by Any Other Name?....Part 2
The advent of World War One (the war to END... Read More
A Great Question!
It's a question that we went back and forth with... Read More
Fairbairn on the Fairbairn Method
Something for our shooting "enthusiasts" -PRELIMINARY STATEMENTBackground:"Prior to my association... Read More
So You Think You Train Hard
"Tokio Hirano (1922-1993) 8th Dan The Man Who Revolutionized Judo"... Read More
Do You Take Yours Trained or Untrained?
If you ain't pissing anyone off, you're not doing anything... Read More
Grown Man Quits After 3 Mat Pulls!
A matt pull is the simple act of lying on... Read More
The Shocking Truth About Stun Guns
If you are outside the world of law enforcement, chances... Read More
Samurai Sword Facts
The first samurai swords we're actually straight bladed, single edged... Read More
By-Rote Combinations
Do not believe that practicing "by rote" 1-2-3,etc. type "responses"... Read More
Regular or De-escalated
We always stress that NOTHING occurs in a vacuum. There... Read More
The Thumb Jab
I'm sure a lot of you remember the scene in... Read More
Fronting
"Fronting": The dodge to get in close to you. The... Read More
Eight Simple Rules for Saving Your Life
Let's put the non-lethal fantasy to rest.1. Never trust your... Read More
Bogu Training
About four years ago Carl recommended we start using the... Read More
British Aikido Board National Nepotism Seminar
For many years The British Aikido Board (BAB) have shown... Read More
Im Soooo Confused...
I was going to write about the BASICS of "practical... Read More
Women in the Martial Arts
1st Lady Assistant to Sensei Henry Ellis Ellis Schools... Read More
Expect the Unexpected Grass Hopper
The Myth perpetuated by Self Defense Oriented Martial ArtsI just... Read More
Sensing Intention
One of the 'mystical' aspects of the martial arts has... Read More
5 Steps to Choosing the Right Martial Art for You
One of the questions I get asked most frequently, in... Read More
Strategy as Applied to Warrior-citizens
After years of study, I have come to a small... Read More
The Best Martial Art
It is a very difficult task to determine which martial... Read More
The Dojo
Just as an aside. For those who would "box" us... Read More
Historical References to W.E. Fairbairn, E.A. Sykes AND Dermot Pat ONeill
FROM THE BOOK: "PIERCING THE REICH" AUTHOR: JOSEPH E. PERSICOThey... Read More
Do You Take Yours Trained or Untrained?
If you ain't pissing anyone off, you're not doing anything... Read More
Samurai Sword Basics, A Brief History
Capturing the spirit of old Japan and recognised by its... Read More
What To Expect When You Least Expect It
The time you will be attacked you will most likely... Read More
Its Not a Matter of Who is Right
"People here may belittle sports arts...."Who?Almost EVERY "combatives" man of... Read More
What Can We Learn From What Has Already Been Done?
Pre-WWII Judo was a far different thing than what we... Read More
Sensing Intention
One of the 'mystical' aspects of the martial arts has... Read More
Strategy as Applied to Warrior-citizens
After years of study, I have come to a small... Read More
Fairbairn on the Fairbairn Method
Something for our shooting "enthusiasts" -PRELIMINARY STATEMENTBackground:"Prior to my association... Read More
Things to Know About Learning Tai Chi Chuan (Tai Chi Boxing)
For Easterners, particularly Chinese, this MAY not be an issue.... Read More
Fun Games for Children Training in Martial Arts
Keeping children interested in their Martial Arts training requires an... Read More
Nuts & Bolts of Self Defense
Fundamental "Nuts & Bolts" training for close combat should be... Read More
Women in the Martial Arts
1st Lady Assistant to Sensei Henry Ellis Ellis Schools... Read More
Historical References to W.E. Fairbairn, E.A. Sykes AND Dermot Pat ONeill
FROM THE BOOK: "PIERCING THE REICH" AUTHOR: JOSEPH E. PERSICOThey... Read More
Expect the Unexpected Grass Hopper
The Myth perpetuated by Self Defense Oriented Martial ArtsI just... Read More
Samurai Sword Facts
The first samurai swords we're actually straight bladed, single edged... Read More
Elements of Unarmed Combat
Custom build your own personal "system":Useful areas of training and... Read More
Samurai - The Honourable & The Treacherous
The Japanese Samurai were warriors. Highly trained, skilled and efficient... Read More
Generating More Power from Hip Rotation - Lessons from Martial Arts
One of the important lessons of Martial Arts training is... Read More
Grown Man Quits After 3 Mat Pulls!
A matt pull is the simple act of lying on... Read More
Benefits of Martial Arts Training For Kids
Admit it. When the going gets tough at home, we've... Read More
Fight Simulator Theory for Reality Based Street Defense
This is such a powerful tool that it should leave... Read More
The Acronym That Saved My Life
Frequently, I get asked about certifications, systems or methods. We... Read More
I Know Karate and Kung Fu and Lots of Other Foreign Words!
Martial arts have become incredibly popular in the US. Drive... Read More
By-Rote Combinations
Do not believe that practicing "by rote" 1-2-3,etc. type "responses"... Read More
The Shocking Truth About Stun Guns
If you are outside the world of law enforcement, chances... Read More
The Plight of Industrialized Man
Living in the Pacific Northwest is a challenge for any... Read More
Martial Arts and The Bible
As a Christian and a martial arts student, I have... Read More
How To Defend Against A Knife - Dont Use The Stuff Taught In The Dojo!
Defences against Knife attacks, Firstly if at all possible get... Read More
Tai-Chi for the Masses--and Others
Kuang Ping was the T'ai-chi set favored by Yang Lu-Chan,... Read More
Choosing a Self Defense / Martial Arts School: A Parents Guide
"Daddy, I want to take Karate!""Mommy, Jimmy on the bus... Read More
A Samurais Power Is In His Little Finger, Not His Samurai Sword
In the 12th Century the Shogunate was formed. The head... Read More
British Aikido Board National Nepotism Seminar
For many years The British Aikido Board (BAB) have shown... Read More
The Rebels Guide to Cultivating Vitality
Many Taoists recluses and Buddhists monks dwelled in mountains and... Read More
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