The Meaning of the Brown Belt (3rd – 1st Kyu) – Revisited
Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notesPreviously 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
A Time to Remember
Articles of Interest . Events & HolidaysThere 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
The Meaning of the Brown Belt – 2nd Kyu
Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notesHere 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
The Meaning of the Brown Belt – 3rd Kyu
Articles of Interest . Styles . Training notesAt 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
Nervous yet?
Articles of Interest . Awareness . Training notesWhy 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
Hungry?
Diet . Recipes and Health Facts . Training notesI 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
Was Shakespeare Real?
Articles of Interest . OffTopic . ReligionKeep 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
Useful Training
Fun Stuff . Training notesIt’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
The Crotch Crunch Chip…!
Fun Stuff . Self-DefenseDoritos 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
Happy Birthday!!
Events & HolidaysTo 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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