Hello! We've made it to 2013, which is something to be thankful for. To start the year off right I figured we would have a fun little...
Looking Toward 2013
2012 is almost in the books. It was a good year and we covered a lot of topics around here. The site has also grown quite a bit, and I'm...
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...

Interview: Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, White Crane / Taijiquan / Shaolin Long Fist (Part 2)
This is a continuation of the interview with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming (part 1 can be found here). Dr. Yang is one of the premiere Chinese...

Interview: Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, White Crane / Taijiquan / Shaolin Long Fist (Part 1)
I'm very pleased to present this interview with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. Dr. Yang is an important figure in the world of Chinese martial...

Free Upcoming Seminar: China’s Impact on the Development of Karate
Hey everyone, quick piece of news here. On November 5th I'll be conducting a seminar in conjunction with the Meiyo-do Southern Kung Fu...

In Honor of Shimabukuro Masayuki (1948-2012)
The martial arts world has lost another luminary. Shimabukuro Masayuki, most well known for his strong leadership in Muso Jikiden Eishin...

Finding Mobility Balance When Using the Bo
The bo is one of the most popular and widely utilized kobudo implements. It's length and dynamics have made it a mainstay on the...