Written by Sensei Mitch on May 9, 2022
Do Over
Awareness . For Kids . VideoOur choices have consequences, most of our choices can not be undone easily. When we make the wrong choice we often feel “buyer’s remorse” over what we were sure was a good decision/choice. Children and it seems Dogs have a hard time learning these lessons. Hopefully Adults have learned their lessons but current events seem
Written by Sensei Mitch on April 3, 2022
Amazing Focused Skill
For Kids . Styles . TechniqueThis young man has a bright future ahead of him.. His focus and technique is amazing given his young age. Most people forget of the great accomplishments children are capable of if excellence is demanded in a healthy way. The higher we set the bar the higher our youth will achieve. To many prescribe to
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 March 22, 2022
Inside Roundhouse – The Billy Jack Kick
Karate . Technique . Training notes . VideoDue to a recent video clip posted on reddit I thought I’d create this post to discuss this particular kick, the inside roundhouse kick: This young woman did a great job demonstrating this kick, especially the slow down. This is a Kyokushin Karate Kick called “Jodan Uchi Haisoku Geri” or move descriptively as a “High
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 21, 2022
Never Give Up!
State of Mind . VideoOne of my favorite Movie quotes is from Batman’s Alfred Pennyworth: We fall so we can learn to pick ourselves up! In other words we never quit. When I was a younger lad in High School I had one rule, and I would share it with my anyone looking for trouble. My rule was I
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 16, 2022
Wait until the end
For Kids . Fun Stuff . VideoThis is an old and grainy video some amateur kids made around 2005. Why post it? It is very well done for the equipment available at the time and I think it is fun! Also I like the rapid block scene about half way through, it has a Jackie Chan vibe. Let me know what
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 12, 2022
CCL Saves the Day
Articles of Interest . Law Enforcement . News . Self-Defense . WeaponsOn Jan 29, 2022 in San Bruno, CA another smash & grab occurred. This time the criminals got away with nothing, but they still got away. In the security video below you can see the events unfold. The Owner was lucky as his near critical mistake was trying to pull the criminal away from the
Written by Sensei Mitch on February 11, 2022
Practice Safely
Training notes . WeaponsWhen we practice with weapons we should always use training, dummy, blunted or padded weapons. Never use actual weapons no matter how experienced you are! Here is what happens when you practice with no regard to your safety! Also wear the correct attire in case you get caught on video. And clean up the room!
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 February 2, 2022
