The Meaning of the Green Belt (6th Kyu)
Profiles . Styles . Training notesThis is a repost from January 2006 that someone requested. And since I just had three more students advance in rank I thought I would oblige… Green is the color of life and growth. The green belt indicates the beginning of your life as a Martial Artist and growth as a person. We live in Read More
A Short Break
Announcements & Press Releases . Site_NewsLet me apologize to all our loyal readers for my silence this past week, I am dealing with a few personal issues that have me slightly distracted at the moment. If all goes well I should be back in action this coming week with some very interesting topics and material. Perhaps I will write more Read More
The Importance of Technique
Articles of Interest . Training notesThe definition of technique is a “method of accomplishing a desired aim”. In the Martial Arts our aim is mastery of our bodies, minds and self. Like everything in life the road to mastery begins with the basics. The basics of the martial arts lie in technique. The techniques we learn are precise having been Read More
Happy Mother’s Day!
Events & HolidaysMay we all remember our Mother’s with Love and Affection on her special day. I know my Mom and probably your Mom deserves a cookie something like this! Most days being a Mom is the hardest, most thankless job around. Let’s make this day count so she knows we appreciate everything she does… Read More
Watch Your Mouth!
For Kids . Fun Stuff . Self-Defense . Training notesI always teach my students that “Sticks and Stones will Break my Bones but Names will Never Hurt Me”. I don’t put much stock in words unless they are coming from someone who’s opinion I truly care about. But then I saw the above comic and I thought, perhaps there are some words, in certain Read More
What a Difference a Year Makes!
Site_NewsI thought I would post a few graphics on the birthday of this blog so I could look back at how the traffic has grown. I’d like to thank everyone for all of your support and encouragement. Here’s to continued success! 3 years of Traffic in North America 3 years of Traffic in Europe Read More
Happy 3rd Anniversary!
Site_NewsHappy 3rd Anniversary to Martial Thoughts! Happy 3rd Anniversary to Martial Thoughts! Happy 3rd Anniversary toooo Martial Thooouughts! Happy 3rd Anniversary to Martial Thoughts! It is hard to believe that I started blogging 3 years ago, May 9th, 2005?! Sorry no amusing or insightful posts today, I am going to take the day off and Read More
Empty Hand – Deadly Fist
Styles . Training notesWe make a fist from the moment we are born, clenching our fists against the unknown. Fully grown we are still prone to instinctively clench our fists in sudden stressful or fearful situations. But as we grow and mature many of us forget the proper way to make a fist. Without this knowledge we stand Read More
Frozen People Skills
Fun Stuff . Training notes . VideoThis is an interesting experiment/prank that was carried out in Grand Central Station in New York City. 207 people froze for 5 minutes and held their position without moving or outward reaction to their surroundings. At least one of the frozen people was poked by someone trying to figure this out. So why is this Read More
Sweep the Leg – No More Kings
Entertainment . Fun Stuff . VideoBeing a huge fan of the Karate Kid Movie this caught my eye. The Music group No More Kings has a song out called “Sweep the Leg” which focuses entirely on the order from Johnnie’s Sensei to do just that. The song is great on its own merit, catchy tune and lyrics, but the music Read More
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