I'd like to share a video this week that explores a portion of the Gojushiho kata. Many karate styles share this kata, which makes...
I Talk With My Hands
Recently I whipped up a few videos for the website. In fact, my last post featured one of those videos, and luckily I had a weapon to...
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...
The Perpetual Need For Self Defense
**I'd like to send some initial credit to Kris Wilder at The Striking Post for exposing me to the video in this post. He and I share some...
How to Counter Joint Locks, Arm Bars, and Body Controls
Whenever I am teaching bunkai and self defense I advise students to "create a disturbance" before applying a joint lock. A disturbance...
The Story of Martial Arts Hierarchy (And It’s Benefits, Powers, and Perversions)
**note: this is an abbreviated 'big picture' discussion of a very expansive topic. Forgive the necessary timeline jumps and...
How to Choose a Karate Uniform (Or Gi)
This is a practical post for readers in various parts of their martial arts careers. One question that seems to come up a lot is "what...
Okinawa, Ikigai, and the Secrets to Longevity
National Geographic began a study in the early 1970's wherein they identified global "blue zones". Blue zones are specific locations that...
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