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 […]
Training with Music and Drums to Develop Rhythm in Kata
During my time at the university, I attended a Filipino Folk Dance workshop where we learned traditional dances. Two stood out as very peculiar. First, […]
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, […]
There is No Try: How to Practice Your Martial Arts
On a swampy, muggy planet in the remote part of the galaxy, there you are. You found that old, cranky master to teach you the […]
Three Levels to Develop Great Techniques
Every four years, my family watches the Olympic Games. The physical and mental skills of these athletes are beyond compare. At the end of each […]
The Power of Movement: The Benefits of Physical Activity for Children
With the digital tsunami of the modern era, where screens often dominate our children’s lives, physical activity is crucial for a well-nurtured child. Encouraging children […]
Why Attending Martial Arts Seminars is Beneficial for Students
From time to time, you’ll see promotions, flyers, and invites to various martial arts seminars around town or in nearby cities. Many feature famous celebrities, […]
Many to one relationship
There are an infinite ways to be attacked. Learning a defense or two for each one of those way would is impossible. I’ve done a […]
7 Ways to Retreat
Somehow we are pre-built with the instinct to back up when something dangerous approaches. In Kempo this translates to retreating straight back when the opponent […]
Defense vs. attacking the offensive attack
In the modern American mindset, we classify or think of defense as different from offense. In American football, the defensive lineup is different from the […]