I was recently at an Iaido seminar working Seitei waza. The instructor, Iwakabe Hideki Sensei, was demonstrating one form in particular...
The Trap of Pure Exercise and the Method of Mindfulness
One of the immutable truths of martial arts training is that it requires hard work. Time, sweat, and pain are the primary currencies for...
The Science Behind the Benefits of Martial Arts Training
This is the second article in Reader Week II. Author Jason Knight is a Nidan in Washin-Ryu Karate-do with the Pacific Martial Arts...
Do Eastern Martial Artists Need Eastern Diets?
We have a great question today from Nicholas regarding wellness and diet: Most of us as martial artists practice arts that come from east...
In Memoriam: Kiyoko (Miko) Teller, A Treasure of Okinawan Culture and Spirit
Bugeisha Article – How to Evolve with Your Kata
I Just Started Watching Sumo and Here’s What I’ve Learned
A Deep Dive into the StoryTelling and Karate of Cobra Kai
Interview: Pat McGale, Okinawa Kenpo and Kishaba Juku Karatedo