Scott Hilderbrand- The Teacher

The Teacher

The teacher has a responsibility to create, if necessary, the motivating factors that will spark a student's desire, interests and understanding of and towards learning. In...
Donald Miskel

Teaching Mediocre Martial Arts Students

I’m sure that anyone reading this will probably think that the title is a misprint or a misuse of the English language. No misprint...
Traditional Martial Arts Training VS. Commercialism

Traditional Martial Arts Training VS. Commercialism

A plethora of articles have been written on the subject of traditional martial arts training versus commercialism over the past several decades; yet the...
Anthony R. DiFilippo

Intinsic Concepts in Teaching Classical Okinawan Karate

Introduction The roots of Asian society lie in the careful attention given to reflective thought on the needs of all society and in the conscious...
Controlled Human Aggression For The Martial Artist

Controlled Human Aggression For The Martial Artist Part 2

How does an understanding of Controlled Human Aggression aid the modern martial arts instructor in his ability to teach his students the vital survival...
Ask Dr. Robyn Silverman

5 Tips For Dealing With A Disruptive Student

We all claim to be open to all different types of students. Martial arts is for everyone! After all, we aim to build tolerance,...
Martial Arts Warm-Up Cool-Down Procedures

Martial Arts Warm-Up Cool-Down Procedures

Let me begin by stating that this article has not been written as a practical guide to suitable exercises for an effective martial arts...
Donald Miskel

Martial Arts Students Should Train for Reality

All martial arts students should train for reality. Sensei and Masters can teach some of the competitive aspects of the arts, but keep in...
Dane Harden

Fudochi – A Master’s Mind

The teacher lives in the students heart - the lessons taught...live in their mind to be shared - long after the Sensei is gone...