The Importance of Proper Warm Up
I am convinced that a proper warm up is an essential part of any martial art session: I see around many clubs that are quite… Read More »The Importance of Proper Warm Up
I am convinced that a proper warm up is an essential part of any martial art session: I see around many clubs that are quite… Read More »The Importance of Proper Warm Up
The technical basis of most martial arts is full of complex concepts if compared to many other physical disciplines and sports. Just think about the… Read More »Transfer of knowledge: the pyramidal structure of a martial arts club
Considering that martial arts are, in essence, methodologies for fighting I always consider paramount to perform a reality check of each application. This is to… Read More »How Realistic is Your Training?
One of the most obvious things somebody can notice entering a dojo (martial arts training room) is the general behaviour expected and respected by students… Read More »How important is etiquette in the dojo?
Have you ever heard expressions like: Practicing martial arts without thinking? Going with the instinct? Thinking is too slow in a fighting situation? The main… Read More »Martial arts and the subconscious
Somebody told you that martial arts are good for everyone? What about children, are martial arts good for them? I would say most definitely yes… Read More »Parents, children and martial arts
Although martial arts are not team activities there are many elements of cohesion that motivate martial arts practice more that any other sport. Let analyse… Read More »10 reasons why martial art are an effective alternative to gym, aerobic and lifting weights
What are martial arts? This is a question to which a lot of people might have an answer, even if not necessarily correct or complete:… Read More »What are martial arts?