Martial Arts Student’s Checklist
No matter where a martial artist trains, it is important, if they are going to get the most out of their training, that they go to each class prepared.
Read MoreEasy Karate and a Better Training Recipe
Some people aim for easy karate. But I have a better training recipe. Some people think they will have more time to do karate while they are on Spring Break or Winter Break. They will make up for missed classes while on vacation.
Read MorePerseverance Picture Revealed
This is a picture of perseverance. Despite many varied obstacles and constraints, it was time for this kyu rank to test. So she tested, and she passed.
Read MoreOnline Training for Intermediate Students
A list of links for online training videos for intermediate students in the United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance, in order to facilitate practicing karate at home and on your own time.
Read MoreVideos for United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance Students
Thanks to Richardson Renshi, here is a list of links to kata and basic exercises to help United Ryukyu Kempo Alliance students with training at home.
Read MoreOpen Letter to Nursing Homes during COVID-19
Maybe there are some people who are finding they have extra time to spare and share because of the season of this new virus. I do hope they are sending tangible symbols of our love and respect to all of the nursing homes during COVID-19.
Read MoreKarate’s Coring in the Time of COVID-19
As traditional martial artists, our training is a way of life. We can use karate’s coring principle in the time of COVID-10 in order to survive and succeed.
Read MoreHow to Introduce Young Kids to Karate
The younger the student, the more they need their parents’ support and help in getting the most out of training. Here are some ways that parents can help young kids who are not sure about starting karate.
Read MoreOkinawa Shuri Castle Photo a Favorite
This photo at Shuri Castle is one of my favorite group photos and general karate pictures. For me it symbolizes Ryukyu no shin – the heart of the Ryukyu Kingdom, or the heart of karate from Okinawa in current times.
Read MoreArizona Spring Karate Camp Picture a Favorite
This picture reminds me that several visitors came from other states to our Arizona Spring Karate Camp. Yet, because we all train in the same style of Ryukyu Kempo, we were able to successfully perform our katas together as a team.
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