As a martial arts instructor and writer I spend a lot of time talking about the outstanding benefits of training. The self confidence,...
The Two Spirits of Kobudo
One staple of a good movie fight scene is a hero or villain working their way through a myriad of weapons. They might start off with...
Facebook 5G Fan Giveaway!
Hey everyone. It's been awhile since we've done a giveaway, and I don't want you to think I'm hoarding all the goods for myself. I...
Deep Simplicity in Martial Arts
How do you go about exploring an art fully without getting lost in it? One of the most important elements of any martial art is being able...
7 Questions to Enhance Your Bunkai
Without bunkai (applications), kata is little more than pre-arranged dancing. The hands can be flowing in exciting and vibrant ways but if...
When Cave Diving, Don’t Forget Your Black Belt
We often hear that black belt isn't an end goal, but instead a point where true learning can begin. We all generally accept this as sage...
A Bronx Tale…Of Street Self Defense
This is another story from the IKKF 2010 Annual Training. One of the guest instructors at our training was a gentleman named Miguel...
The Hot Spring Girls – A Lesson In Bad Awareness
The town of Glenwood Springs, Colorado is known for its outstanding natural hot springs. None are more famous than the Hot Spring Pool...
