The most important aspect of martial arts practice, especially for Kempo, is working on human bodies. Partner work is essential because you develop muscle memory […]
Tag: Kumite
Monkey style block against street fighters
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 […]
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? […]
Three Forms of Pushing Hands
There are three forms of Pushing Hands drills that we practice in Shaolin Kempo. The first is similar to but not exactly like the Tai […]
The Five Levels of Implementing Defense Techniques
In martial arts instruction, I’m often criticized for teaching in a simplified format—using a compliant attacker (uke) who throws a static punch while the defender […]
Why Slow is Actually Fast
The slowness of Tai Chi is the fastest way to develop proper waist-power, correct weight shifts, smooth movement, and muscle memory. You see it in […]
Kempo in Action 3
Here is a real life example of how one of my students actually used a technique in an actual robbery attempt. The names are changed […]
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 […]
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 […]