The Naming of GoJu-Ryu 法剛柔呑吐 Hou wa goju wo donto su
"The way of breathing is hard and soft" - by Rusty McMains When I began my search in the early 1990’s for a suitable martial system that would adequately ...
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Jun 10
Kenshi-Kai” is our Mission Statement
A special thanks and recognition to my student, Chunpeng “George” Zhao, for providing some translation and historical background contained within this narrative, and good friend Sensei Jim Pounds ...
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Oct 31
Martial Science: Practical Teach v Product Sales: Final Word ... or maybe not
The commonly used term “martial science” in today’s martial arts’ world has very little substance or resemblance compared to when the term was first brought ...
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Sep 20
Martial Science: Practical Teachings or Sellable Product v.2
My martial arts journey has been full of ups and downs. I had even considered dropping my training more than once or twice, but luckily something came along that inspired ...
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Jul 4
Bunkai: Final Chapter (Repost)
Now, with all the preparatory narratives in place, let’s jump right in. Let’s see just how far down the rabbit hole we can go. Forget everything you think ...
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Jul 4
Martial Science: Practical Teaching or Product Sales v.1
First and foremost, I want to thank all that have offered critique on my writings, whether positive or not so positive. Most exciting was the expressed interest in wanting more. ...
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Apr 10
Bunkai: "Chicken v. Egg" Part Duex
I was very excited to write this installment, almost compelled, especially after the responses I received on the first installment. I hope this chapter garners as much as the last. ...
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Mar 5
Bunkai: Chicken or the Egg?!
Once I decided to start a blog, the maiden voyage subject matter was an easy choice as it is one very close to my heart in so many ways. The ...
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