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Month: November 2009

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Step and Punch

- 2009 November 24 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Step and Punch

During class last night, we worked on a knife defense. Normally, we practice in the simplified format (beginner method) of right step forward and a right hand attack. As you noticed in class, even if they step in with the left foot — a more common form of attack — the technique works. You might […]

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Kicking Notes

- 2009 November 192020 March 8 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Kicking Notes

Just a few notes from class in regards to kicking. Crane before and after each kick for snap and to prevent someone catching the strike. If you let your leg dangle out near the opponent, eventually he will snatch it and apply a leg lock or counter strike. Keep the foot moving quickly and with […]

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Kempo Karate for Toddlers

- 2009 November 172020 February 15 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Kempo Karate for Toddlers

The PeeWee group consists of toddlers (three and four years old) and young children (five and six years old). Their class is a simplified version of regular children’s classes. It runs for 35 minutes: 15 minutes of warm-ups, 15 minutes of drills, and 5 minutes of “splash” time. Splash is a word I use to […]

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Veterans’ Day 2009

- 2009 November 11 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Veterans’ Day 2009

On this Veterans Day, let us honor the brave men and women who have served (and are serving) honorably and protected (and are protecting) our country from harm.  Some of those who served were wounded or made the ultimate sacrifice.  Some are no longer with us. Remember them always. May these sacrifices be honored today […]

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How to Control Fear

- 2009 November 9 - Bryan Bagnas comment on How to Control Fear

Fear is a cruel master. It can cause you to flee or react without planning. Fear just is a warning device. Do not let it control your actions and reactions. Accept the emotion of fear. Know that it is there for a reason and acknowledge it. Do not let it dictate irrational actions instead of […]

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Class Review for Wednesday

- 2009 November 6 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Class Review for Wednesday

Just to recap what we went over. Practice your Monkey Dance 5 and Monkey Dance 3. Common mistakes included: Turning the hips too much while in your half-moon stance Not snapping the hands back in elbow position while punching Dangling hands and arms Looking before moving Taking steps that are too big or stepping backwards […]

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5 Ways to Distract Your Opponent

- 2009 November 5 - Bryan Bagnas comment on 5 Ways to Distract Your Opponent

The best way to overcome your opponent’s guard and defenses is not to overpower or out run them. Rather it is better to defeat them through deception, distraction and confusion. Distraction is a key technique to disrupt the enemy’s defenses. Your opponent will lower his guard allowing you to attack with impunity. The next question […]

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Training with Music and Drums

- 2009 November 2 - Bryan Bagnas comment on Training with Music and Drums

“One, Two, Cha Cha Punch” In class, you move from one step to the next in a rhythmic fashion–step, block, punch, and punch. In kata practice, you develop or learn the pacing of the form–fast, fast, slow. The same conditions exist in sparring. Feel the rhythm of fighting and attack on the off beats. Some […]

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The Hidden Triangle

- 2009 November 12021 March 10 - Bryan Bagnas comment on The Hidden Triangle

We all know that a tripod is more stable than a biped. This is evident in how a tricycle and bicycle are parked. The tricycle, with its three wheels, can stand on its own while the bicycle needs a kickstand to stand on its own. That makes it a tripod structure. But how does this […]

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