Last Saturday, I reconnected with a long-time friend, student, and teacher Michael Fugate at his dojo in Santee. It was great to see his students […]
Author: Bryan Bagnas
Master and Founder of Golden Leopard Kempo Martial Arts School, teaching Philippine Combatives, Karazenpo Go Shinjutsu, Combat Kickboxing, Hawaiian Shaolin Kempo, and Self-Defense to San Diego students for over three decades.
Courage To Try Something New
When we try something new, we are nervous. This nervous feeling is because we think that we’ll feel foolish if we make a mistake. The […]
Kempo Karate Helps Your Children Protect Themselves
Did you know that a child is abducted or missing every 40 seconds in the United States? Most potential abductors make their first contact with […]
No One Achieves Greatness Alone
Take a look at all of your heroes and idols. Each of them has a team of trainers, role models, and mentors that they respect […]
The Bitter Truth: Unraveling the Hazards of Drinking Soft Drinks
Soft drinks have become ubiquitous in modern life, with many people consuming them regularly. However, beyond their sweet taste and fizzy appeal, soft drinks harbor […]
Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Died in Military Service
Memorial Day is one of the United States’ most moving holidays. It’s a day to remember and honor those who have lost their lives in […]
Defense Against Kicks: The Missing Combinations
During my initial training, we only learned a few defenses against kicks. To become proficient in fighting, especially in a kick-heavy confrontation, you need a […]
Warrior Weapons
To be a modern warrior, you should (or must) know how to be a primitive warrior. The ability to build and use simple, effective weapons […]
You are the Director of the Combat
There you are, keen eyes watching the actors of the next multi-million dollar blockbuster movie repeating the same scene over and over until you are […]
Empowering Responses: Dealing with Name-Calling and Verbal Abuse
Unfortunately, encounters with name-calling and verbal abuse are common throughout life. Whether faced with them in personal relationships, at school, or in the workplace, it’s […]