We have been doing what our sensei calls the "hojoundo bunkai" also for as long as I can remember at our dojo. Not only is this a drill that starts out as the basics directly from the Okinawan hojoundo we also have a secondary phase with finishing moves ( counters, locks, takedowns etc) ad...

Out of all the people writing in and voicing opinions, how many of you do not have rank in a martial arts style? How many have students who train just to train with no belt or inclination of ever getting a belt or rank? How many of you have a majority of students who prefer not to test because they ...

I was given this on a parchment long ago when I first started training. I believe these words are what separate martial from art. quote..... "The ultimate aim of the art of karate lies not in victory or defeat, but in the perfection of the character of it's participants" Master Gichin Funa...

You know that opinions are like ..xxx... everyone has one! What is the opinion out there on rank? 1) Do you see rank as important? Yes I do. Can you see the chaos at a tournament where everyone competes in the same divisions. 2) Why (if you care to share)? I do not see it as the most important part ...

Do a little searching in the Shorin Ryu area, There you will find a lot said about hip rocking and cocking in generating power in striking. When I studied Shorin ryu I found the principals of unloading and body recoiling very similar to what some Okinawan Uechi ryu teachers have been doing.

Here is a success story and an idea that might get you started with your fundraising. All it takes is desire and imagination. You may have to hold a couple of events to meet your goals. Remember that the secret to success is always hard work. .......quote Hello everyone from Edmonton, Alberta, Canad...

Wow, the ladies up in Canada took the bull by the horns and showed that a fundraising event can happen. I bet this was just the beginning for them. This just shows that if you put your mind to doing something ..it can be done! They are one step closer to Okinawa. Here is a notice that just recently ...

I have never been slapped for real, never gave anyone reason to do such a thing. I can say that I have never had to slap anyone for any reason other than in training. We have however in self defense training practiced using a slap across the face at half speed as a distracting devise to set up a kic...

I heard that the ladies tour to Okinawa is really taking shape. If you are considering joining the group make sure you go back in this thread and read what was posted. Contact Peggy Hess at the email address listed for recent updates. Those of you who are still in the maybe stage should look a littl...

time is running out for those that need to make plans. Is this going to really happen? If so when, where, how much etc etc ..

as you can see I can post a new theread (I hope) but can not reply to anything

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I still can not reply to posts it will be a miracal if this goes through

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Hey, whats up whats up, Why the need of a hurried reply? Anyways, mind, body, spirit in Japanese is not Sanchin. Although I am no language authority especially Japanese sanchin has been interpreted to mean many things. The aspect of mind, body, spirit is what one hopes to develop from learning and p...

quote {I would not use it for instance, during kumite at a Uechi dan test, for instance. But, when sparring at the dojo, I just might depending on what's happening. And for sure, out on the streets if I wanted a moment's distraction.} All wonderful answers shows that we have people that can think fo...