Interview: Jim Logue, 9th Dan Ryu Te and Oyata Shin Shu Ho (Part 1)
It's my pleasure to present an interview with Jim Logue of the Ryu Te style of Okinawa Karate. Logue Sensei is the senior student of Taika...
Bo Sparring Tip – How to Use Variable Acceleration
Speed is undoubtedly a desirable attribute for any martial artist. The ability to move your mass quickly from point A to point B allows...
Fighting with Tonfa – Techniques and Handling Methods
In today's video I'd like to explore the tonfa. Although the tonfa never made it into the pantheon of Ninja Turtle weapons (weak), it...
The Crossing and Uncrossing of Kama (Okinawan Sickle)
The kama is a very intriguing weapon. It behaves differently than both bludgeoning and slicing weapons, but contains a little essence of...
Interview: Bruce Heilman, 10th Dan Okinawa Kenpo Karate and Kobudo
Bruce Heilman is the founder of the International Karate Kobudo Federation and owner of the Heilman Karate Academy. Hanshi Heilman has...
Eku Bo Fighting Theory and Application
The Eku Bo (aka Eiku Bo, Ekku Bo, Kai Bo) is a very interesting weapon. It is a traditional implement of Okinawan Kobudo, but not many...
Christmas Self Defense
Two things occurred to me today: 1. There are only a scant few days left before Christmas. 2. It's been too long since I last flexed my...
I Understand (But Not Really)
Sometimes the Japanese language seems endlessly complex to me, especially the writing of it. One word can mean 5 different things...
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