Written by on September 12, 2009

The Meaning of the Brown Belt (3rd – 1st Kyu) – Revisited

Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notes

Previously I posted the meaning of the Brown Belt, the first of three brown belts in our Dojo.  I’ve been thinking about this for a while now and have written a different perspective of the meaning here that flows from the meaning presented for the previous two belts.  Here is the revisited meaning, post a Read More

Written by on September 11, 2009

A Time to Remember

Articles of Interest . Events & Holidays

There is little that needs to be said on this said day.  Let us all reflect today on the blessings we have in our lives and remember the importance of protecting against those who would harm us. Read More

Written by on September 10, 2009

The Meaning of the Brown Belt – 2nd Kyu

Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notes

Here the student has advanced their skills and their self, having removed much of the parasites, stones and weeds.  Finally the soil is ready for the seeds the student has held until ready.  This begins the first planting of the seeds of their skills and understanding.  This is a critical step in the development of Read More

Written by on September 9, 2009

The Meaning of the Brown Belt – 3rd Kyu

Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notes

At this point the student has mastered the basics and developed deep roots in Kokushin-Kai.  Brown is known as an earthy color, such as dirt or soil.  The brown belt signifies the soil in which the roots of mastery begin to take hold.  This brown signifies virgin soil never worked or perfected, never enriched or Read More

Written by on September 2, 2009

Nervous yet?

Articles of Interest . Awareness . Training notes

Why is it that during an ice-breaker, when the whole room has to go around and say their name and where they are from, I get so incredibly nervous? Like I know my name, I know where I’m from, this shouldn’t be a problem…. This really caught my eye because it is so true!  Unless Read More

Written by on September 1, 2009

Hungry?

Diet . Recipes and Health Facts . Training notes

I have a hard time deciphering the fine line between boredom and hunger. I am a pretty fit guy but I love to eat, don’t we all?  Like most people I have a couple pounds I could stand to loose, five to be exact.  As a guy who loves to eat I can eat large Read More

Written by on August 12, 2009

Was Shakespeare Real?

Articles of Interest . OffTopic . Religion

Keep reading and the title will make sense… As most of you know I usually attempt to avoid religious topics since my intent is to present information to facilitate your growth as a Martial Artist. As such, you can incorporate your religious beliefs with my thoughts, reflects and training techniques as you see fit. Today Read More

Written by on July 28, 2009

Useful Training

Fun Stuff . Training notes

It’s funny how some people perceive the Martial Arts.  But how do you perceive your Martial Arts training?  Is it only useful in your mind?  Or is your training a real value to you? I am not a big fan of breaking boards since I have never met a board I didn’t like.  That doesn’t Read More

Written by on July 27, 2009

The Crotch Crunch Chip…!

Fun Stuff . Self-Defense

Doritos really supports self-defense and personal protection and seen here on their Asian packaging which demonstrates useful Self-defense techniques! Nothing stops an attack like a good crotch stomping!  Why can’t we buy these in America?? Read More

Written by on July 25, 2009

Happy Birthday!!

Events & Holidays

To a certain special someone in my life… On your Birthday, I celebrate the gift you give me, yourself. Because without you, I know I wouldn’t be as good a person. Read More

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