The greatest obstacle in the growth of a martial artist is when they seek a solution instead of negating the problem. If we block an attack, we become a part of that equation and deal on the terms of that engagement. When we MOVE from our own will, instead of TWITCH in a action that… Read More The solution is the problem
Some days you truly have no time to train. Some days are hard to bare. In those days, we must bounce a pebble over the waters and hijack a moment here and there to bring ourselves in so we may do what is needed outward. You are taking a leak >>> rise to your toes… Read More Throwing pebbles to the cosmos
Let us invest a moment to choose our words instead of repeating what is in broadcast. Be a wordsmith to cast yourself out of mental slavery to the overlords. A few examples: Do you encounter PROBLEMS or CHALLENGES Do you go to your MAN CAVE or do you advance yourself in your STUDY Do… Read More Words are power – Choose wisely
Complicated things are made of simpler and simpler things ? Let’s assume they are all the same and see how this works. Avoid learning how to open all keys and instead learn how a house is made. Let us take a push to the back of the head and play with it and see if… Read More One simple push
I was usually victorious in the playground. I held my own against ones and twos and threes. I once faced six older bigger boys and they won. They won the first. They did not win the second. Figure that as you will. A side note: If you consider the tone harsh, you may not… Read More Small bullies
Breathe and continue to breathe. That is harder than it seems. 🙂 Lets go through three experiences and work on our capacity to maintian calm under pressure and to choose how to use the energy that comes from this pressure. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. Have one or more partners push you… Read More The eye of the storm – calm under pressure
In this video we follow a wider mindset. Instead of trying to control the situation, we work to be aware and thus control ourselves and further more. Instead of focusing on our motives and moves, we aim to see the reflection of the other within ourselves. If you know the enemy and know yourself you… Read More Instead of technique – become the air
Blunt impact comes in many forms. Preparing to give and receive impact can greatly clear the fog of imaginary outcome and grow your awareness to your thoughts, feelings and your physical body. Practice these methods of movement with consistency and attention and you will feel progress in your impact. Solo work: Rest your arms on… Read More Strikes 101
Gear is good. Knowledge is better. A frame of mind is both. Who am I ? Do you define by history ? training ? belonging to a tribe or culture ? Perhaps values 🙂 What do I not see ? A shadow can be cast by many things and nothing at all. Questioning the projection… Read More Question kit for the day after
Here are ten movement drills to enhance and deepen your understanding of space, tension and natural movement. The tool in use is the staff but the lessons apply much further. Look at the drills as child games so your learning will be fresh and honest. Do not rely on technique. Feel what is right for… Read More playing/growing with the staff
