We don’t use the word “opponent” in our school. In fact, the only time I say it is when a brand new student asks me, “What if your opponent…” and I use it as an opportunity to talk about this concept. We

    In my own Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practice I’ve noticed over the last few years a similar transformation to what I experienced in my Kung Fu and Tai Chi practice earlier on. In the beginning stages, frustration is evident. Grappling with

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  Our Creed “Martial arts is a discipline Of my body and mind. I will be disciplined, Have self-control, Confidence, Concentration, Patience, And try as hard as I can At everything I do Both in and outside the dojo”   We say these words at the beginning and end of every Wushu and

The Truth Martial arts has long been touted as a powerful tool for teaching kids all kinds of skills and traits, from discipline and confidence to partner skills and self defense. Some martial arts teachers with less experience have a difficult

Every student has their 1st day.  I started Martial Arts at the ripe old age of 8. By today’s standards, I was downright geriatric. There are many schools that begin teaching kids at 4, 3 and 2 years old. Some