Martial Arts
Be Aware of Opportunities and Create Your Own Luck
Every single day that you wake up is an opportunity. You can be miserable, if you so choose. We all have negative aspects of our lives. On the other side of the coin, each new day is your chance to start again, with a more positive attitude. We all have blessings in our lives for which we can be grateful. We have opportunities all around us.
Read MorePositive Affirmations out of the Dojo Kun
These character-building picture books for children are fun and a little weird. They contain martial arts, karate kids, Japanese words and monsters. The monsters represent the negative character traits which we must all battle, at times, in order to lead better lives. The third and latest book, “The Follow Through Karate Kids,” also contains the Dojo Kun in positive affirmations.
Read MoreKarate Tortoise and Martial Arts Hare
In over two decades of teaching karate, we notice things such as the benefit of being a karate tortoise as opposed to a martial arts hare.
Read MoreSayonara to Michael M. Ferreira Sensei
Ferreira Sensei shined as a beacon for martial artists to look up to. I am so grateful that I knew him and got to spend time training in martial arts with him.
Read MoreWho’s Tattling?: On Learning Where to Focus
I have seen a particular scenario in many karate classes. It happens most with our young students when the instructor asks, “Who’s tattling?”
Read MoreHow do I Love Karate? Let me Count the Ways
Here, I share my passion for traditional Okinawan karate! After over two decades of karate training, here is my countdown list of the things that I love.
Read MoreBenefits of Private Karate Training
There are benefits to both the instructor and the student in private martial arts training. Here are the top five benefits of private karate training.
Read MoreConfidence is Number One in Karate
I felt as if a weight had been removed from my shoulders and I didn’t have to be afraid anymore. Later, I realized confidence is number one on my list.
Read MoreMartial 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.
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