Karate is the perfect martial arts for developing confidence in girls Martial arts are well known for their benefits and may seem all the same but there is really a big difference between these sports. Karate shares many benefits with other martial arts. One of the...
Martial arts and the effects on mental health and aggression In a study 45 adults aged between 73 and 93 were asked to train in Karate training, cognitive training and non-martial arts training over a 6-month period. The adults who trained in Karate showed...
These three expressions describe the three kinds of timing for attack and counterattacks Sensen no Sen To attack when the opponent’s intent to attack is perceived, thus pre-empting the opponents attack and catching him/her off guard. Sen To attack simultaneously...
Setting a good example for others to follow There’s an old saying children don’t do what you tell them to do, they do what they see you do. Martial arts are great from this point of view as children are taught to respect their training partners and their instructor....
Techniques for improving your situational awareness and personal safety. Be aware of your environment and surroundings; Look around regularly and check your surroundings and keep your peripheral vision wide; Walk with purpose and confidence as if you know where you...
David is a qualified conflict management trainer, physical intervention trainer and qualified first aid trainer. He has worked in the security industry for over fifteen years and is considered one of the leading experts in Conflict Management. He has trained hundreds...
Our body possesses many natural weapons which can be used with great effect to put an adversary out of action. Our natural weapons can be used from long range such as the fist or the feet, or elbows, head and fingers for clawing CQB (Close Quarter Battle) Seiken The...
Kuzushi the unbalancing of your opponent The actual meaning of the word Kuzushi is to level, pull down, destroy or demolish. Kuzishi is an important part and principal of many martial arts, if you can place your opponent in an unbalanced position his ability to attack...
Karate and martial arts are not just about learning self defence The practice of martial arts is fantastic for life long health and well-being. Our members range between the ages of 30 to 70 years of age. Unlike going to the gym, the life time study of martial arts...
How does martial arts combat bullying? This is a very interesting and complicated question, from my own personal experience, there were a few occasions I can remember being bullied but at the time could only interpret it as being attacked by children who for some...
