What do I mean by close, medium and long range? You have often heard me talk about this subject indirectly. Each of those ranges can […]
Tag: All About Kempo
Yeahbuts and What ifs: A Student’s Excuse Not To Learn
How many times has an instructor had to hear, “Yeah but what if…?” If I had a dollar every time I heard that phrase, I’d […]
Motobu Seminar 2005 Review
In the study of Okinawan Karate history, Choki Motobu stands out as a legendary figure. However, this golden age of Karate was nearly a hundred […]
Gi Color Myth Revealed
During the 70s and 80s, it became fashionable for some Kempo instructors to propagate the myth of white and black gis. Before judo, there was […]
About Black Belt Testing
In the dark alleys, whispered legends tell of the grueling and mythical Black Belt test. An event where aspiring students seek to prove their worth […]
The Right Ingredients
Adding the right ingredients to your cooking determines whether or not your meal is a success. The same is true for martial arts training. Do […]
Thunder Kiai and Lightning Hands
Kiai is an attack on the sensory system of the enemy. The lightning hands of Kempo are a decidedly aggressive, unrelenting assault. Power of Kiai […]
Self Defense Basics, No Kempo Required
The title is a little misleading, it should be 8 Tips for Simple Self-Defense. We’ll indeed be discussing self-defense basics. However, the “no Kempo required” […]
Last Possible Moment
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 […]
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 […]