Written by Sensei Mitch on April 17, 2023
WKO Guam Competitors!
Competition . NewsJoin black belt sensei Banez and blue belt personal trainer Diaz as they prepare to compete in the senior men’s open weight division in a karate competition. Discover their dedication to the martial art of Kyokushin and the philosophy of continuous self-improvement, discipline, and rigorous training. Learn how their partnership fosters mutual growth and how their experiences will benefit the youth, community, and future martial arts enthusiasts.
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 21, 2023
Distractions Value
Technique . Training notesHow much emphasis does your training put on distractions? In a real fight, a street fight, there are no rules, no honor code, there are only winners and losers. To often Teachers and Students alike forget the Unseen Value of Distraction Training in Martial Arts Sparring. While martial arts training typically emphasizes technique, strength, and
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 27, 2022
Real Fighting
Karate . Quotes“The heart of our karate is real fighting. There can be no proof without real fighting. Without proof there is no trust. Without trust there is no respect. This is a definition in the world of martial arts.” — Mas Oyama Life is about Trials and Achievement. While today people don’t want to admit this,
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 24, 2022
Angry Ref
Competition . Fun Stuff . VideoThis Referee decided to ignore his Anger Management classes! From organized competition fight to an all out melee, like a crash at a NASCAR race, makes you cringe but everyone wants to see it!
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 9, 2022
Real Fights Don’t Last
Karate . Self-Defense . State of Mind . VideoIt still amazes me how many of my students regardless of age have never been in a fight before, never been hit in the face. I guess I grew up in a rougher area and a tougher time, where a wise comment could result in a fat lip. I understood two sayings that seem to
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 28, 2022
Sparring Scoring & Rules
Competition . Questions . Training notesTwo-Point Sparring Two point sparring is also referred to as Nihon Shobu (two point fighting). Two point sparring is a very controlled form of sparring. The object is to exercise control when attacking your opponent with the focus on technique of the attacks employed. Each match is scored by at least two judges however a
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 25, 2022
Basic Sparring Equipment Explained
Articles of Interest . Competition . Karate . Products . Questions . Training notesWritten by Sensei Mitch Sparring with an opponent is one of the most fundamental aspects of any martial arts training. It is after all, the time to test all the skills, strength, speed and techniques you have learnt and put them all together. Nevertheless, there’s an important thing to consider first before rushing into a
Written by Sensei Mitch on April 6, 2021
Sure Footing
Self-Defense . Technique . Training notesUnderstanding Body Mechanics is a powerful thing. Want to Impress Your Friends? Next time you are at a party, try this trick: Have a person hold one arm straight out to the side, palm down, and instruct him to maintain this position. Then place two fingers on his wrist and push down. They will resist
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 12, 2014
Fighting Rules
Karate . Training notesThey really are this simple… However, some times easier said than done!
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 13, 2014
Afraid of what?
A Zen Thing . Awareness . Quotes . State of MindYou can do anything if you’re not afraid. – from the movie “Daredevil” (2003) Well almost anything. Let us remember this is a quote from a movie. And not a very good movie either starring Ben Affleck. Regardless the quote bares further contemplation. Everyone is afraid of something, unless they are insane. Some are afraid
