Western Bushido: A Christian Warrior
Some concepts don’t seem to go together. This phrase is an oxymoron at first glance. Bushido is a principle, a philosophy, peculiar to feudal...
Spiritual Aspects of Martial Arts
There are many aspects to the martial arts. Most people think in terms of the self defense and combative disciplines when they think of...
Forging the Sword – Body Mind Spirit
We are triune in our being. We are body mind spirit. The wise martial artist will be holistic in his approach, considering his whole...
The Black Dragon Fighting Society, Origin and Operations
The Black Dragon Fighting Society can be traced back through Chicago to Japan; From Japan to China; From China to Mongolia. The IFAA Black...
Ushi Deshi: Students of the Heart
In my fifty five plus years of studying, researching and teaching the martial arts I have had only a few personal, closed door students....
Realistic and Practical Martial Art
If a system is a practical martial art, it must be lean, simple and incorporate natural movement. Complex techniques are nice for demonstration but...
The Courage of Self: Be Who You Are and Strive To Become Your Best
Be who you are and strive to become your best with that as a foundation. With a good foundation there’s no limit to what you...
Still a Mother . . .
Still a Mother . . . okay, martial artists, I got your attention. The clean cut folks out there are probably envisioning an article...
Teaching Beginners . . .
A wonderful time in class this afternoon. Taught a beginner's class. I had almost forgotten the joy of taking the uninitiated and educating them in...
Promote Peace: Harmony and Unity in the Martial Arts Community
Anyone who knows me knows that I promote peace, harmony and unity in the martial arts community. Since the martial arts became popular in...
Learning Through Failure
In all honesty, I might not be the one to write this particular study. I actually feel hypocritical in doing so. I am not...
Keyboard Kumite: The Act of Cyber Bullying
These days I am seeing a new type of bully. They're called cyber bullies. I consider them bullies of the first magnitude. Over the...
To Whom It May Concern: The Black Dragon Fighting Society A Family
Or perhaps I should say to whom it doesn’t concern. As a minister and pastor as well as a martial artist I like to...
The Difference Between a ‘Do’ and a ‘Jitsu’
Not very original and bordering on plagiarism but that’s me in spades. I’m a bad mutha (shut your mouth!) but I’m talking about Donn...
Renshi, Shihan, Hanshi (Oh My)
There are teachers, sensei and masters out there in every shape size and variety. They teach some of anything and everything an aspiring martial...
Dishonor in the Martial Arts
Most of you who read this know who I am and you know my reputation. You may not all like me or agree with...
