The Heretic of Kenpo: Ed Parker Jr. and Paxtial Arts
There is a solid reason that the public school system in several states is scheduled to incorporate the Paxtial Arts Formula by Ed Parker...
Dishonor in the Martial Arts
Most of you who read this know who I am and you know my reputation. You may not all like me or agree with...
Fighting For You Life
Let’s talk about fighting. I’m not talking about kumite. I’m not talking about MMA. I’m not even talking about self defense. I’m talking about...
Reflections On Martial Arts Studies
Introduction
While talking with two of my newest students a few years ago, I discussed with them various experiences I’d had throughout my years in...
A Tribute to My Brother – Alfred Sims Jr.
I, Alan Sims, am writing this as a tribute to my late brother Alfred Sims Jr., known affectionately as "Toby" to friends and acquaintances.
Our...
Mental Kung Fu: Use Your Mind
Use your mind as your first resource. Your first line of defense. Observe and always be aware of your surroundings and any possible impending...
Without Integrity We Have Nothing
As a pastor and martial artist I value integrity above most of other traits that are included in the lives of honorable men. Without integrity we have nothing.
New Preamble To The Constitution: Bill of NO Rights
"We the sensible people of the United States, in an attempt to help everyone get along, restore some semblance of justice, avoid more riots,...
Women’s Judo
“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” – Lao Tzu
When compared to the men’s events, the...
Christianity and Martial Arts
There are pastors who study martial arts, but not many who have studied for decades. So, I am among a rare few. (I am...
Friends of Kenshiro Abbe Sensei?
Henry Ellis Aikido website and its contributors are either direct or indirect students of Kenshiro Abbe Sensei. Students, who would never refer to themselves...
The Most Difficult Journey
Just a few years ago a group of Krav Maga practitioner's tried to gain market-share with the only skill they knew, slander. They tried...
Being a Grandmaster isn’t so Grand
Those of us that are still somewhat active at this age know that being a Grandmaster isn’t so grand. A lot of age and...
Enlightenment – A Most Profound Universal Experience
We have all been taught by well-meaning and not so well-meaning people throughout the ages that enlightenment is the true answer for coming to...
White Belt Karate for The Black Belt Fighter
White belt karate perfected to black belt level is karate at its efficient best. Let’s get back to real karate. Leave the esoteric stuff...
Dale Kahoun’s Do Now Harm Martial Arts Teaching Philosophy
It takes greater skill to capture an opponent and neutralize them than to harm or kill them. The choices of course are circumstantial.
To say...