I'm happy to announce that I have added a small contribution to issue #11 of the highly esteemed Bugeisha magazine. Angel Lemus Sensei was...
Okinawa Part 4 – First Echoes of Island Steps
Naha Airport was quaint compared to Incheon and JFK, which was fine by me. Giant, sprawling airports are impressive but its nice to know...
Making Sense of Passai (An Exploration of Origin and Style)
There are some kata that really seem to get around: Naihanchi, Sanchin, Kusanku...Seisan for sure. But among the popular kata list Passai...
Kata (The Film) Giveaway! Now-1/25/14
Douglas Proce, martial artist and filmmaker, has decided to take on a unique project. He wants to interview and film a variety of...
A Historical Walking Tour of Seisan Kata
Not all styles of karate possess a version of Seisan...but enough do to warrant a rather ubiquitious reputation, causing some...
The Power of Diamond Stepping
Few things are as critical yet as glossed over as footwork. With proper footwork the body can be moved in an efficient way while...
The Spirit Pressure of Kiai
Recently a reader inquired about the matter of kiai. For those who may not be familiar with the term, kiai is most frequently described as...
Deluxe Karate Wisdom Quiz Time!!
Greetings! You've come at a good time. Awaiting are 10 blistering questions of karate knowledge. You will get to test your brains and...
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