
Developing Superior Control in Martial Arts Training
If you study a traditional art you've inevitably heard a speech regarding control. Control (as most responsible Sensei will tell you) is...

The Three Visualization Levels of Iaido Training
I recently attended a training seminar with two very well respected, highly skilled kenjutsu practitioners. Despite a taxing travel...

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...

The Power of Diamond Stepping
Few things are as critical yet as glossed over as footwork. With proper footwork the body can be moved in an efficient way while...

The Spirit Pressure of Kiai
Recently a reader inquired about the matter of kiai. For those who may not be familiar with the term, kiai is most frequently described as...
Kata Tip: Look Before You Leap
Kata is very energetic. Once you get on a role, it can feel like an avalanche of focus and momentum. In some ways, that’s good. It means...
Reader Article #7: Chinese for Martial Artists (Understanding Names)
GUEST AUTHOR: Michael Heveran has spent the past ten years practicing a variety of martial arts, especially European sword arts such as...
Reader Article #5: The New Karate Kids
GUEST AUTHOR: Bill Antonitis is a high school English teacher and freelance writer. He has studied Shohei-Ryu and Uechi-Ryu karate since...