Facts About Ninjutsu – What You Never Knew
My teen visits to Japan led me to Yumio Nawa, a historian who taught me Manrikigusari, Masaki-Ryu, and various traditional ninja weapons.
Qigong
Qigong (pronounced chee goong) is a Chinese system of physical training, philosophy, and preventive and therapeutic health care. Qi (or chi) means air, breath...
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...
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The Sociology of Martial Themes
What if there was a way to describe martial arts in a whole new light? My perspective may change how think about styles and systems, irrespective of tradition.
Why Every Parent Should Have Their Child Learn Martial Arts
Here in Sacramento and at Satori Academy NJ, we are trying to send out a clear message to our community as to why every...
One Breath Away
I couldn't see why anyone would visit someone who was at home sick in bed. They need their rest, the peace and the quiet....
I Got No Problems – Nurturing Gratitude
I got no problems and nurturing gratitude is what its about, as well as living with a sense of empathy and compassion. ~ Dave Kovar
Martial Arts Definitions W
Wa:
“Accord.” An ancient Japanese term for harmony, accord, and coordination.
Wado ryu:
“Way of peace.” A Japanese style of karate developed from jujutsu and earlier karate...
Martial Arts Definitions F
Fari Gatka:
An Indian form of fencing centered around shields (fari) and swords (gatka). The gatka is a three foot, leather-covered stick. The fari, nine...
Facing the Challenge of Self
In this journey there are many roads that we walk at different junctures of our lives. If nothing else, we learn that in this...
Fighters Magazine
Fighters Magazine was the UK's number one for Full Contact Martial Arts magazine.
Fighters Magazine is no longer being published.
Centering
Physically centering can save our lives in a confrontation. It can help us diffuse, deescalate, walk away from, or if necessary, physically deal with...
Empty Hand Revolution: The Unfinished Life of Cosmo Zimik
The war defines the warrior.
Born into a tribal war with India, trained as a Black Belt and street fighter from the age of nine,...
Disarm and Disable: The Active Shooter Defense Guide
In a perfect world, no one would indiscriminately use a firearm to shoot and kill any number of innocent people - and if they...
Choices in a Dangerous Environment
The old have a tendency to do a lot of reminiscing. At sixty six I find myself looking back over my life. There are...
