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...
Like Fighting at Night
I'd like to share a story given by Bill Hayes Sensei. Pardon any paraphrasing. ***************************************************** One...
Hitting the Rockies then Hitting The Mat
The past two weeks have been busy times for me. I managed to sneak in a week-long trip to Colorado and Utah with the girlfriend in order...
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