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Re: New Forum and Contest

Matt__A — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 16:37:45 -0000

That's one of the best prizes possible! Just one small note: Hayes Sensei is not technically a Hanshi. You might say kyoshi or shinshi instead.

Re: A Historical Walking Tour of Seisan Kata

Matt__A — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:53:46 -0000

Shaun - Thanks a lot for reading! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Also I think your critique is justifiable. For most of the other styles I was able to find true senior practitioners. Unfortunately for Kenpo I was not. If you know of any senior vids out there please leave a link or two here for me.

Re: Losing Motivation

Matt__A — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:03:50 -0000

Sometimes taking on another blank piece of paper (or post screen) can feel like a mountain of a task. I'm glad you found a way around the mountain :-).

Re: A Historical Walking Tour of Seisan Kata

Matt__A — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:57:53 -0000

Hi John. It's good that you are considering starting your training.I think you'll find it beneficial both mentally and physically. I'll give you a few hints here, but I recommend you go check out this blog post I created a little while ago - http://www.ikigaiway.com/20...

That will lay out some steps in choosing your style and school.

In general, think of the term "martial art" as an umbrella which contains different styles like judo or karate. You'll never do "martial art" as a style, however whichever style you choose will be a martial art. I hope that makes sense.

Judo as an art tends to involve a lot of unbalancing and throwing of the opponent with minimal striking. Karate tends to rely heavily on striking with throws and takedowns mixed in.

Good luck in your hunt!

Re: Top 10 Most Influential Martial Artists of All Time

Matt__A — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 02:13:15 -0000

Thank you, respect was definitely a top priority when handling a topic like this.

Re: Top 10 Most Influential Martial Artists of All Time

Matt__A — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 23:10:20 -0000

Thanks Andrew!

Re: The Tricky Path of Martial Arts Parents

Matt__A — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:53:06 -0000

Thank you, I hope this proves useful for your parents!

Re: Walking the Beat with Okinawan Police

Matt__A — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:55:08 -0000

Thanks Noah! Glad you dug it.

Re: The Plight of the Armchair Trainee

Matt__A — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 10:50:42 -0000

That's sounds pretty intense! Although it supports my notion that hand to hand combat needs to be learned aggressively and in quick time for the military.

Re: My Recent Brazilian Jujitsu Encounter

Matt__A — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 23:31:48 -0000

No doubt! My goal is to learn enough grappling so that I can escape and take matters back to where I like them.

Re: My Recent Brazilian Jujitsu Encounter

Matt__A — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 10:23:03 -0000

Haha, hey old pontiacs are classic cars. Nothing wrong with that.

Re: A Subtle Technique to Maintain Readiness

Matt__A — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 13:39:04 -0000

Totally great if that would happen. I'd be sure not to assault them.

Re: A Subtle Technique to Maintain Readiness

Matt__A — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 13:38:32 -0000

Thanks! Glad to have you as a reader.

Re: My Recent Brazilian Jujitsu Encounter

Matt__A — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 13:38:03 -0000

Actually no, this took place just outside of New Orleans! I'll be sure to let you know if I get out Arizona way though.

Re: Kokoro – The Heart of Things

Matt__A — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:23:01 -0000

That's awesome! Thanks for helping out.

Re: Kokoro – The Heart of Things

Matt__A — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:07:27 -0000

Yea 11 is a tough age for these kind of cultural subtleties!

Re: Kokoro – The Heart of Things

Matt__A — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:06:51 -0000

Hey omochan. That's great that Art of War struck such a strong chord for you. This book will offer insight not so much into the combative aspects of the arts, but more into the mindset of the Japanese who created budo.

I'd also recommend putting 'living the martial way' on your reading list if you haven't checked that one out yet - http://astore.amazon.com/ik...

Re: Kokoro – The Heart of Things

Matt__A — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:04:52 -0000

Hi Sue. I suspect that the free online version I linked to was created before 'nook' and 'kindle' were actual words.

Perhaps somewhere out there someone has created a downloadable version since it is such a popular novel!

Re: In Honor of Erle Montaigue (1949-2011)

Matt__A — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:45:06 -0000

Yea he always seemed ready to help!

Re: The Story of Martial Arts Hierarchy (And It’s Benefits, Powers, and Perversions)

Matt__A — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 23:35:52 -0000

What do you believe there are more of, uninformed students who are willing to believe hype (At least for awhile), or experienced practitioners who can spot poor instruction?

Bad teachers can thrive on high turnaround. As old naive students grow in their awareness, they might lose them but can secure new naive students.

This is how bad teachers can maintain practice with slick marketing and clever talk.

Thanks for your visit Iron Rooster!

Re: A Note About Kama Wrapping

Matt__A — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 22:01:30 -0000

good stuff!

Re: A Note About Kama Wrapping

Matt__A — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 22:01:18 -0000

Haha, ohh that's unfortunate.

Re: The Student’s Guide to Surviving a Traditional Dojo

Matt__A — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:31:20 -0000

Thanks for the support John!

Re: Martial Arts Involved in Chris Brown, Rihanna Assault Case?

Matt__A — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 10:58:21 -0000

I think Kanaan here just offered up the perfect example of why this kind of public persona is dangerous and can influence others.

Re: Should My Kama Have Holes? (Exploring Form and Function)

Matt__A — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 11:03:24 -0000

Thanks sifujace! Appreciate your visit.