There is a vital element to the effectiveness of Kempo techniques. Wait for the last possible moment (LPM) and maximum committal of the enemy to […]
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A regular newsletter about enhancing your martial art training with theory, concepts, training tips, and descriptions of Golden Leopard Kempo and martial arts in general.
Ego and the Humble Student
Keep your ego in check. Don’t permit the beast of vanity to create emotional openings. The humble warrior can see a fight for what it […]
The Hidden Value of Antiquated Techniques
Many people have heard the phrase, “Throw out what doesn’t work, keep what does.” I have seen many martial artists stop practicing or teaching certain […]
The Lost Teachings of Shaolin Kempo
It seems strange to say there are lost teachings for a relatively new style, such as Shaolin Kempo Karate. Many would claim otherwise, yet the […]
Peaks, Plateaus, and Valleys
When you experience a peak in training, your progress in the art is quite apparent. You often feel a sense of euphoria over the hard-earned […]
Are Colored Belt Ranks are traditional?
Colored belts are a tradition from the earliest times of martial arts history. Hmm, I think not. The colored belt ranking system is a recent […]
Forms for Thought
Form, set, kata, and pinan help you train in martial arts. The word form is the best word we have in the English language to […]
Ghestalting: Remember Your Kempos
“I can’t remember that technique!” Do you recall saying this? Does your instructor show you the technique again, and you say, “Oh, I used to […]
Forms in Practice
Practice your forms. Whether they are called kata, sayaw, set, or dance, you must use them in your training. The old masters developed forms as […]