One of the key strengths of the monkey style is its adaptability. Therefore it behooves the student to practice in street clothes, in their everyday […]
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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.
Reflections on One Year of Blogging
Today marks one whole year since I began writing this blog—a milestone in and of itself. When I started last year, I wasn’t sure I […]
How to Become a Martial Arts Instructor
Have you ever watched your instructor teach and thought, “I’d love to do that someday”? Many martial arts students ask, “How do I become a […]
10 Laws of Kempo
In an ongoing effort to provide information about Kempo, since I don’t know everything, let me highlight the excellent, albeit brief, descriptions of the Ten […]
The “What If” Question in Martial Arts: Training for the Unpredictable
Every martial arts instructor has heard it: “What if the bad guy does this?” or “What if he counters that move?” These “What If” questions […]
Fighting in the Dark: Developing Your Blind Combat Skills
What do you do when it’s pitch black and you’re faced with a threat? How do you defend yourself when you can’t see your opponent? […]
The Art of Old Style Kata: Calm, Power, and Precision
Doing kata in the traditional manner requires a calm mind and steady stance. There is a difference between performing kata in the traditional manner, which […]
The Currency of Time: How Much Is Your Time Worth?
In the bustling symphony of modern life, time is a finite and precious resource, often overlooked in its actual value. How much is your time […]
The Three Forms of Pushing Hands in Hawaiian Shaolin Kempo
In Hawaiian Shaolin Kempo, developing sensitivity, balance, and adaptability is just as important as learning to strike or block. One of the most effective ways […]
Training on Slippery Socks: When the Mat Teaches You More Than the Instructor
Last night in class, we had an unexpected teaching moment — all thanks to a pair of slippery socks. One of our students was cold […]