The Declaration of Independence
When in the Course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another,...
Combat and Survival Magazine
COMBAT & SURVIVAL Magazine is a monthly military magazine featuring Frontline Reports, Exercises, Expos, British Forces, US Forces, Elite Forces, Special Forces, Security, Product...
5 Tips for Disciplining an Emotional Child
Parenting and disciplining an emotional child who tends to become easily overwhelmed, emotional or sensitive can pose a great challenge to parents. Parents may...
Living Lessons: To Be Honest in Little Things is no Little Thing
When I have time, I often tell a story to help my students understand the importance of honesty. This is my favorite one.
Martial Arts Photography – The Early Days
It's hard to believe an article on martial arts photography would start out, "In the "old days" there was film... a piece of celluloid...
Shito-ryu
Karate has been taught outside of Japan for almost 40 years, and was exported to the rest of the world along both stylistic and...
Living Lessons: Sincerely Accept a Compliment
As a martial arts instructor, I have had the privilege to work with a lot of students over the years. One of the byproducts...
The Effectiveness of Taiji in Combat
In my previous articles, Earning a Black Belt and The Sparring Dilemma, I discussed how mastery of the martial arts involves learning how to...
Being the Boss of Me
Chances are that sometime in your life you have heard a child say, "You're not the boss of me! I am!” I'm not debating...
Be Grateful and Express Your Gratitude
http://youtu.be/cVua9fZQHME
grate·ful
adjective
feeling or showing an appreciation of kindness; thankful.
"I'm very grateful to you for all your help"
If you are grateful and you express your...
Shotokan
The term Shotokan was derived from Gichin Funakoshi's first official dojo built in 1936 at Mejiro. The dojo was destroyed in 1945 by allied...
Seikendo Healing Arts
Seikendo healing arts are taught in the Seibukan Jujutsu system and is a synthesis of various healing arts. These arts are: Shiatsu (Japanese finger...
Krabi-Krabong
Krabi-Krabong is the art of sword and staff fighting in Thailand. This weapons system is hundreds of years old. Its weapons are made of...
Think Outside the Box
Sometimes you don't know how to fit in until you break out. Breaking out is necessary to penetrate deeper within.
Introduction
At 54 years old, Patrick...
The Difference Between Karate and Tae Kwon Do
The two most common martial arts practiced in North America are karate and tae kwon do. Many wonder what the difference between these two...
Gene LeBell, The Grappling Club Master
President Teddy Roosevelt frequently quoted a favorite proverb of the day, “Walk softly and carry a big stick.” Judo champion Gene LeBell has taken...
