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...
Bruce Tegner Demystified The Martial Arts
The martial arts are my passion. When I was a youth I proclaimed that, “karate is my life”. I’ve since grown past that kind...
Sand Fu: Building Without the Proper Foundation
Yeah, I know. I can almost hear you complaining, “Sand fu, here he goes again with those ridiculous titles”. If you’ll be kind enough...
Your Knowledge Is Your Legacy – Pass It On
Where ever you may be in your life you have your knowledge, wisdom and past experience.
The word of God says that, “It’s better to...
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...
Martial Arts Ramblings . . .
Thank you for listening to the martial arts rambling of an old man. I appreciate your patience. Like many my age my martial arts...
Martial Arts Ethics
It comes as no surprise to anyone who knows me and who chances to read any of my essays or articles that I am...
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...
Martial Arts Effectiveness
It is my belief that the martial art has to be tailored to reflect the need of the times we live in. The one...
A Tribute To Dana Stamos
Dana Stamos exemplifies what being a woman used to mean. She’s kind and gentle. Loving and patient and she leans more toward redemption than reciprocity.
Training In The Nojo
I learned what I know of focus, form and function in the dojo, but I learned to fight in the streets; in the nojo.
No,...
We Have Your Best Interest at Heart
We at USAdojo.com have only the best interest of martial artists and the martial arts community at heart.
I am a minister first and a...
Becoming A Man
Becoming a man doesn’t happen by accident. It isn’t by coincidence or happenstance. It is a choice and it requires constant conscious effort. It...
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...
Mental Kung Fu: Use Your Mind
Use your mind as your first resource. Your first line of defense. Observe and always be aware of your surroundings and any possible impending...
The Warrior: I Am A Martial Artist
The Warrior
I am a martial artist
Dedicated to my cause
If confronted with aggression
I will answer without pause
Some people feel that I am dangerous
That I am...