"Will my child become more violent from learning karate, jujitsu, or another martial art?" In a word, "No." Children learn self-control by practicing martial arts; and the code of conduct that is enforced, within the studio, is carried outside into every day life. The average martial arts school works with parents, and academic teachers, toward the goal of optimum student success. When you see a Karate demonstration team perform, that is not an indicator of the life skills taught within the Karate class. It is the "flashiest" component of Karate training, presented to capture the public attention. Ten minutes of kids using ancient weapons, breaking, and working in synchronized choreography, is more...
A very special kind of training is critical in martial arts because martial arts is about life and death. In one split second, your life will be either spared or taken, and that outcome depends entirely upon your preparation. The adversary you face will be stronger, faster, better trained, and more determined than you will be. Count on it. To think otherwise is fatal. He or she will also understand that body follows mind; that mind comes before body, and therefore they will train their minds, as well as their bodies, to perfection. If you are up against an opponent who has taken the time and tremendous effort required to stabilize his or her mind, and you haven't, there is a good likelihood that...
The Scope of Japanese Martial Arts Is Enormous
The scope of Japanese martial arts goes back thousands of years. Some forms of Japanese martial arts are Kendo, Judo, Jujutsu, Sumo, Kenjutsu and Karate to name just a few. However, there are many different forms of this ancient art that can be practiced. It is thought that the reason that the Japanese are so skilled in martial arts and the weapons associated with it is because when you compare Japan with the rest of the world, their war tools evolved and changed at a much slower rate. This is believed to have given the warrior class more opportunity for studying their weapons in greater depth than many other cultures. In more recent times there has become increased specialization and martial arts...
Chinese medicine is not just acupuncture or herbal therapy. There is a whole host of different therapies the people of China use to stay in balance and keep qi flowing in a proper balance. Chinese medicine is just one of many alternative medical systems available in the world today according to western medicine. The basic alternative medical systems are: Ayurveda Chiropractic Herbalism Homeopathy Naturopathic medicine Osteopathy Traditional Chinese medicine Unani In China, Traditional Chinese medicine is the main healthcare system. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a theory that says that all of the bodily processes are interrelated and in constant interaction with the environment. When there is...
Many martial arts schools around the world promote a philosophy of self-improvement as well as an expected standard of technical skill. When you think about it, it is the philosophy rather than the technical skill that should influence every practitioner's daily life. The martial arts philosophy, or at least the traditional karate philosophy, is called the Dojo-Kun. The Dojo-Kun is simply a five point ethical guide for training in the martial arts and for behavior in your everyday life and is sometimes called the "Student Creed" in English. The traditional karate ethics are often translated as: · To strive for the perfection of character · To follow the paths of truth · To...
Ufc: a Victorious Rampage
Fans of mixed martial arts were privileged to bear witness to a spectacularly epic clash last September 7 at the O2 Arena found in London, England. Quinton "Rampage" Jackson claimed a historic victory over Pride Champion Dan Henderson, as the two warriors battled it out during the light heavyweight unification bout for UFC 75. By the fifth round, a unanimous decision from the judges cinched Rampage's stunning win, to the thundering ovation from a sold-out audience of more than 16,000 MMA devotees. His triumph in the match cemented his place as the still-undisputed light heavyweight champion of MMA history, securing the light heavyweight titles of both the PRIDE FC and the UFC. During the early...
Learning Styles in Martial Arts
The way people learn is very particular and peculiar to them, so martial arts instructors need to understand the teaching is definitely NOT a "one-size-fits-all" affair. Indeed, students will tend to process information in a number of different ways depending upon their overall character, age, personality and ability. This transference of information is extremely delicate and intricate, and will also be influenced by such diverse things as Emotional state, culture, environment, etc. And, as instructors, we need to take this into account whenever we are trying to impart some new technique or skill. Learning styles are a very complex subject indeed, but the basics should be learned in order for us to...
The Science of Self Defence
I hope it will challenge, provoke & maybe even enlighten. Give it a go. If it does arouse something in you, please feel free to drop me a line & let me know what you think. The justification for self defence We all take part in this thing we call martial arts, but at the end of the day, what is the real point in the activity? What is it within man's psyche which seeks to control something as harrowing as being attacked by another? The martial arts are necessary to mankind, since every person has a built-in fear of attack. This is proved in the very existence of Adrenaline, a Fight or Flight hormone. It is part of a law of self-preservation & self-protection. Evolution has built every creature with...
Judo Vs. Bjj - a New Perspective
Whether viewing websites or MMA, Judo, and BJJ forums, the subject of Judo vs. BJJ has become yet another classic debate, akin to that of the old "Gi vs. No Gi" debate. However, the question of Judo vs. BJJ is much simpler to answer because it is simply the wrong question in almost every applicable context. In short, an Olympic level Judoka would benefit from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as much as a world-class BJJ player would benefit from Judo. And at the top level, there are multiple examples of this beginning to happen. GB's Winston Gordon trains with Gracie Barra and holds a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ray Stevens, former Olympic silver medallist, has been known to train with Roger...
Breckenridge, Colorado
While many people think of the amazing winter activities that abound in Breckenridge, Colorado, this gorgeous resort town is actually a year-round vacation hot spot. If the thought of blazing down the ski slopes makes your heart melt or the image of rafting down the Colorado River raises your blood pressure, make your way to Breckenridge for an action-packed adventure among the Rocky Mountains. When traveling to Breckenridge for a winter excursion, the numerous ski slopes of varying difficulty will provide the perfect remedy for the winter blahs. Whether you prefer the stability of skis or the excitement of snowboards, you will certainly find some slopes that meet your level and allow for a...
Martial Arts Sparring Gear
Martial Arts or the art of war as it is literally translated is any codified and tradition based form of combat, and most popular forms that originate in Asia focus on the uses of the hands, feet, elbows, Knees and any part of the body that one might use to defend themselves against an opponent. The art of sparring in martial arts is centuries old. Ancient masters of different forms all found that it was insufficient to simply imagine ones opponent at all times when training; it eventually became necessary to utilize ones skills in practice against a real opponent. In order to prepare for combat one must practice simulated combat and all forms of martial arts even those that do not originate in...
The flu can be a dangerous illness, especially for children. Because of smaller body size, and developing systems, children are at an increased risk with regards to all the symptoms of the flu. Adults usually don't get the stomach-related symptoms that deprive a child of nutrients when they need them most. Treating the Flu Conventionally If your children contract the flu, it is vital for them to get plenty of rest. Don't allow them to engage in strenuous exercise or play. Even if they do not feel fatigued for the first few days, be firm. The body must be in a state of rest if it is to cope with the sickness brought by the virus. Don't forget to give your children plenty of fluids. Water is...
Family Fun Time
Nothing is more fun and exciting than getting together with family on a Friday night and having a great time. Order a pizza, pick up some pop and a movie, and settle in for a great evening of family activity! There are countless options that can make for a wonderful family fun night, too. Let the kids pick an activity for a change or schedule it so that a different family member gets to pick the activity for each different family fun night. There are several things you can do to ensure that family fun time goes off without a hitch and becomes a planned activity for the whole family, each and every week. The first thing you need to do to accomplish this is to plan for it, of course. Plan Ahead Most...
Tae Kwon Do Uniforms Should be Bought With the...
One of the oldest known exercise regimes can be considered is that of martial arts. Of these Tae Kwon Do is a popular form. To perform these karate moves with fluid grace you will need to have suitable Tae Kwon Do uniforms. This uniform should be bought with the range of movements in mind. The uniform you wear for training you will discover feels quite heavy as the material itself is fairly thick. This material itself however will allow your body to sweat freely during your training workout. As the material is also fairly thick it absorbs the sweat and cools you down. The only drawback that could be seen with the majority of uniforms is that they are white in color. While this color may promote...
Who is "nightmare Kinetics"?
The other day out of curiosity and looking for something to do, I ran across this new site. Or at least it was new to me. Being a horror fan I'm always on the lookout for something interesting enough to entertain me. The site I'm speaking of is Nightmare Kinetics. It seemed a good way to spend the afternoon and gave me something to write about. Remembering running across various video segments on the internet through online video surfing I went ahead and buried myself into the site. First off, I was really impressed not only by the quality of work but by the artistic vision and composition choices that NK had implemented into their creations. In looking further it seemed to stem from the twisted...
Interested in MMA Training from a mixed martial arts school? Learn about what to look for in deciding on where and how to get Mixed Martial Arts training that is both affordable and high quality. MMA also known as "Mixed Martial Arts" is like the name suggests, a combination of various martial arts. MMA Training has become very popular in today's fighting techniques. More and more people are becoming interested in the idea of mixed martial arts. But how does one decipher the difference between a good or "not so good" MMA school? Below are tips for finding a top-rated MMA training school and how to get the best results doing so. 1. First and foremost, do a search engine search to find the best...
Intro to Boxing Champions
Did you know that boxing is sometimes called as 'pugilism'? And it is generally called as English boxing or Anglais boxing. This is a game of combat where two participants of similar weight fight against each other using their fists. Today Boxing is conducted in a regulated manner, normally in a series of one to three minute intervals know as 'rounds'. The winner is chosen if any one of the player or boxer is knocked down and incapable to get up before the referee begins counts one to ten or if the opponent is deemed too tired or injured to go on. If the fist fighting never end before an agreed number of rounds, then the winner is chosen either by the judges' score cards or by the referee's decision...
Options After Completing Your High School Diploma
A high school diploma certificate holds great importance in your life. Many who dropped out from completing the diploma regretted that they had not, and went on to pursue it, some even after a gap of many years. Today with competition increasing tremendously, it has become essential to consider enrolling for a high school diploma. This certificate not only increases your job prospects, but also gives you the advantage to move on for higher courses that are allowed only after a high school diploma. With the importance of high school diploma increasing, almost 3 million adults in the US complete a high school diploma every year. After a diploma, you have various options from which to choose. You can...
What is a martial art? A martial art can be defined as any skill that can be applied in warfare. The word martial means "military." So traditionally, a martial art is a military art. The first things that usually come to mind when discussing modern martial arts are leaping, kicking, punching, blocking, inverting elbows, twisting necks, throwing, and weapon fighting. But also horsemanship, javelin throwing, archery, spear fighting, halberd fighting, wrestling, knife fighting, rifle, shotgun and pistol shooting, demolitions, logistics, and battle strategy can all be described as the field of martial arts. Anything that a soldier might do in battle is a martial art. By martial art usually it is meant...
Pick up a newspaper or turn on the local news on any given day and you are liable to hear a report on how Americans are getting fatter. Government statistics tell us that approximately 60 percent of Americans (127 million people) are overweight. Many women who enroll in martial arts or fitness clubs have a primary goal of losing weight. Unfortunately, some expect instant results. If they don't see immediate weight loss they become discouraged and inpatient. Some even drop out altogether. In my 20 plus years of training men, women and children of all shapes and sizes, I have learned that diets just don't work. If they did, we wouldn't have an obesity epidemic. The diet industry continually...
Boy Learns Respect Parents Stunned... Delighted! By Dion Riccardo This isn't too surprising in a 15 year old. Smart "Rock Solid" parents understand that kids must be taught respect. Although Tony was disrespectful at home and at school, he was very polite and respectful in the Karate school. He loved the protocol and the politeness of the Martial Arts. I said to him, "Tony, why do you like it here?" He said, "I dunno...I guess because of all the teachers have done in Karate. I respect that." He added, "Plus, everybody is nice to me." "Tony, can you see how it works? You are respected here because you are respectful." "What do you mean?" "Tony, would you be disruptive or disrespectful here...
Westminster Kennel Club--No County Fair!
I miss the animal events at county fairs, but as close as I get to one these days is by watching the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on TV. It's not quite the same, I guess I miss the smells. In today's technical world I guess I'll have to be satisfied with electronic dog shows. The Westminster television show was a masterful production, timed to perfection with the announcer and play by play guy saying all sorts of exciting things like, "This Great Dane really knows how to connect with the crowd, doesn't he Charles?", as this huge dog gallops like a run-a-way train around the ring, dragging his handler behind him as the audience erupts in applause. As great as this show was, I miss the...
I've talked pretty badly about the mixed martial arts (MMA) as a form of self-defense in the past, but always promised to talk about its good points someday. This time I'm going to discuss the technical problems inherent in learning a martial "sport" and trying to adapt it for use in real combat, but I'll also show you what we CAN learn from modern MMA. In the beginning, there was Vale Tudo in Brazil and Cage Fighting in Russia. The only rules were "no biting or eye gouging." That was almost the real deal, but even then I told people that one of the best techniques for getting out of chokes, neck cranks and many holds on the ground had to do with the proper use of pressure against the eyes of...
Some Love It, Some Hate It - Boxing
Boxing is a game to be admired for more reasons than one. Boxers like Mohammad Ali have been a delight to watch and one would not mind staying up late in the night to watch a fight between Cassius Clay (which is what he was called) and Sonny Liston. Light weight boxers are more of a pleasure to watch. They are nimble footed and can therefore use all the wonderful techniques that boxing entails. The heavy weight boxers trend to grasp each other in a strong clasp and hold on to that position for what seems like hours. It is just a bit too boring having to watch two huge men trying to clamber over each other. Brutal strength, though amazing, does not provide too much entertainment value or education...
Tyson My Staffordshire Bull Terrier (1)
He's like an Apple. At least, that's how my Right Eye sees him. My Left Eye is rather different, due to a Judo accident thirty years ago. I was fighting in the British Army team against the German Police. To score a Full Point one has to deposit your partner flat on his back. This often entails falling on top of him to make sure he can't twist out to safety. A few days prior to the match I'd injured my knee, and I was hesitant to risk it in an important competition. So when I threw my opponent I held back and didn't drop on him as I would normally have done. The result: he twisted onto his side, for a half point. Getting up, he disappeared (underneath me somewhere!) Up and over I went, but Black...
Boxing Training Offers Great Opportunities for...
As well as offering great defensive training, boxing, mixed martial arts, boxing kung fu and so on offer great opportunities for aerobic work outs. Boxing and marital arts offer superb body co-ordination and evasion training as you have to practice moving your body so as not to get hit just as much as you seek to hit your target. Because of this aerobic factor, boxing, for example, has moved beyond the youth boxing clubs and is now a more common feature of some health clubs. Boxing practice is a great way to burn fat and develop lean muscle mass, especially nowadays when so many of us are inclined to overeat. When someone eats too much the excess calories are stored as fat. In order to convert the...
Will My Martial Art Get Me To The UFC?
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity and ratings over the past couple of years. Love it or hate it, it looks like the UFC is here to stay. Consequently many men in the 18 - 34 demographic are becoming more interested in the martial arts. After watching great strikers such as Chuck Liddell, Anderson Silva and Houston Alexander and watching the incredible grappling and wrestling skills of Randy Couture, Matt Hughes and BJ Penn, many martial artists are asking themselves the question "Will my martial art get me to the UFC?" The answer to this question is very simple. No, your martial art will not get you to the UFC! Make that a maybe, instead of a...
How to Increase your Chances of Survival by 300...
with The Self Defense Company's 10 Lesson Self Defense© Course" Predators, criminals, will strike when you least expect it. Like any animal, they will take advantage and exploit your weakness. You see examples of this every day thousands of people like you are the victim of a violent crime that will leave your loved ones angry and frustrated. And if you're lucky enough to survive the assault, you will do what you can to pick up the pieces and move on. You may live in a nice house, work in a nice area and maybe stay in a nice hotel. But all it takes is one wrong turn, or one meeting to go late and you're in for the fight of your life. For years I have been instructing people like you, battlefield...
Learning Ancient Techniques at the Martial Arts...
In martial arts there are many ways to exercise and keep in shape. One such way is to join martial arts training camps. You will find many different types of martial arts training camps available to the interested. At these places you can get the training that you need. This is one really good way for those people who are interested in learning about these ancient techniques to hone their skills. With the help of instructors and older students you can make sure that your training progress at a rate that your body will be able to work with. While you can learn martial arts from dojos and videos as well as books there is still another way to learn. The martial arts training camps will provide you with...
The term Mc Dojo has come to be quite popular nowadays in the various martial arts business and trade journals and is a derogatory term used to describe certain types of martial arts schools. What are these types of schools and why is this term relevant to you as someone looking to get started in the martial arts? This article will first explain what a Mc Dojo is and will then give you some advice on how to avoid joining one. As the martial arts have grown in popularity since the initial Bruce Lee craze that then lead to Jackie Chan, Steven Seagal, Jean-Claude VanDamme, The Karate Kid, and more recently the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Power Rangers, martial artists across the country have...
You ARE One Step Away From Success
Copyright © 2005 Willie Crawford We've all heard the stories of people who gave up on a dream when they were only one step away from achieving it. We discovered that they were only one step away because someone else following their path took that next step and succeeded wildly. When you observe, or talk to many people in the online marketing arena, you see lots of people who're only one step away from success. Not only that, but many need to take the SAME next step. For some reason, people like to hire me as a marketing consultant so that they can "discuss marketing theory." What these consultations soon reveal is that we've often studied the same material and have the same basic understanding of...
Stop Wasting Time - Learn to Make Decisions Faster
Every success starts with a decision. The biggest waste of time, the biggest waste of life, for most people is the decision they need to make but haven't made because they can't make up their mind. There is power in a made-up mind. Every one of us is a decision maker. We have 50,000 to 100,000 thoughts a day. Consider executives. During the year these men and women have to make hundreds, thousands, maybe tens of thousands of decisions. If they give equal value to every decision, no decision is that important. They may give equal time to a $1 million decision, a $100 decision, or a $10 decision as to a $100 million decision or a $1 billion decision. Let's have fewer decisions that have to be made...
Benefits of Golf Putting Training Aids
Golf putting training aids helps a golfer to putt better. The whole point of the game is to get the ball in the hole and, unless you learn to putt well, your game may struggle. Putting can be challenging, even for pro golfer's some days. If you've ever watched golf tournaments on television you'll know what I'm talking about. However, there's nothing more beautiful than watching a golfer sink a long, difficult putt for eagle. There are several different types of training aids on the market that will help you a lot, as a beginner or a pro. Software There is now specially designed software available to help with putting accuracy. Many of these different types of software are modern, state of the art...