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Lightning Hand School Sucker Punch Defense

By fight good on Sunday, September 5th, 2010 | No Comments

Shihan Stephen J. Gamma demonstrates briefly the 2 most common situations involving the sucker punch. Assisting Shihan Gamma is student Michael Lopresti. Copyright 2008, Stephen J.Gamma Productions, All Rights Reserved. Check out The TE BO Hand Stick®, the ultimate Self Defense key chain @ www.defensetecsolutions.com/videos.html

Jivan and Ronan at School Talent Show Spring 2009

By fight good on Friday, April 23rd, 2010 | No Comments

Jivan and Ronan demonstrate a BJJ headlock escape.

High School Wrestling, Fairfax vs Chantilly, Scott Fairbairn

By fight good on Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 | No Comments

Wrestling: Scott Fairbairn of Fairfax High School in Fairfax, VA vs opponent from Chantilly High School Bracket: 152# Event: Westfield Invitational, Westfield High School, Chantilly, VA Date: 20080119 = = = MUSIC —– Artist: Symphony X Album Title: The Divine Wings Of Tragedy Year: 1997 Track Number: 1 Track Title: Of Sins And Shadow

High School Wrestling, Fairfax vs Westfield, Scott Fairbairn

By fight good on Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 | No Comments

Wrestling: Scott Fairbairn of Fairfax High School in Fairfax, VA vs opponent from Westfield High School Bracket: 152# Event: Westfield JV Invitational, Westfield High School, Chantilly, VA Date: 20080119 * * * MUSIC —– 1) Artist: Angra Track Title: Carry On 2) Artist: Rhapsody Track Title: Emerald Sword 3) Artist: Nightwish Track Title: Fantasmic 4) Artist: Heavenly Track Title: The Power And Fury 5) Artist: DragonForce Track Title: Once In A Lifetime 6) Artist: Dream Theater Track Title: The Ytse Jam 7) Artist: Ayeron Track Title: Loser Artist: DragonForce Track Title: Fury of the Storm

Old School Vs New School – Which One is Better Traditional or Cutting Edge Training for Martial Arts

By fight good on Saturday, November 7th, 2009 | No Comments

“There is nothing like experience itself”, I am not sure exactly who said those powerful words, but they have an effervescent truth. I learned this the hard way when I was going for my first degree black belt. The only type of fitness training I did back then was forms and sparring. When the day of the test arrived, I almost fainted and I was gasping for air. All things happen for a reason and I think that eventful day was a pivotal point for me.

Traditional training in martial arts mean using your forms, katas or hyungs, kicks, punches or blocks as the only means of training. This approach helps tremendously as far as developing proper execution and for just learning techniques. However, your body needs to be powerful and explosive to be able to deliver devastating and fierce techniques. At this point tradition and modern training must meet.

Imagine if we kept using the horse and carriage today as means of transportation. It would take forever to go to a far place, correct? The same goes for the martial arts and combat sport, there must be a blend of the new and old, instead of isolating the two from each other. Tradition is necessary to understand martial movements at their basic level and modern training is necessary to improve those movements. A perfect example of this is the transformation of Bruce Lee from a traditional trainer to a scientific trainer. He didn’t discard all traditional training, but what he kept was useful and necessary. His transformation expanded to all martial arts practice today. This man is a true inspiration!

Another great thing about blending both approaches is their ability to simplify techniques. Think of the innovations of the heavy bag, shields, focus pads and other target tools. All striking like kicking, punching and elbowing have greatly improved because accuracy, timing and power can be practiced without the need to hurt a training partner. Resistance training, weight training, isometrics, under water training and plyometrics among other new school accessories have changed the martial arts world forever.

Finally, by taking an old school approach like meditation, we can practice visualization to enhance physical prowess or to practice internally when we are not able to participate in class because of sickness or injuries. What we can use in martial arts both physically and mentally are already amazing technologies because they teach us how to use our potential in ways we never thought possible. Instead of creating opposition by choosing either old or new approaches, we should learn from both like yin and yang which coexist with each other. This is the balance of life and this is the balance of martial arts.

Mr. Lopez holds a second dan black belt in Tae Kwon Do, he is the founder and instructor of Yin Yang Martial Arts Center, a place created for personal growth and for the awakening of the inner master in all human beings. He also has a vast background of Yoga and Chi gung.

Keys To Choosing The Right Martial Arts School

By fight good on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 | No Comments

1. Location

The key to learning any martial art is practice. To make this easy for you, look for a school near your home, work or school. The easier it is for you to get there, the more time you’ll spend practicing and the better you’ll get. Eliminate those “Well, it’s kind of a long ways away, so I’ll just watch TV tonight” excuses.

Note to husbands: Watch out for schools located in malls as they give you wife an excuse to shop while your kids are in class! (The location of a school says nothing about how “good” it is…give every school a fair evaluation while you’re checking them out.)

2. Instructor

You want to be sure that you get along well with your instructor, especially if you’re going to commit to a school for a period of time. Keep in mind that a martial arts instructor is just like any teacher or coach that you have had, their job is to teach you the art and help you improve. Pay special attention to their personality, philosophy, energy, motivation and how they treat other students. If you’re having a difficult time making a decision, go with your gut feeling…this is a decision that has to be right for you. Remember, selecting an instructor is not a life-long decision so don’t take too long to make a decision. Get started, learn about the arts and change instructors later on if you feel it’s in your best interest.

3. Style

You want to be sure the schools you’re looking at offer styles that will help you accomplish your goals. If your goal is meditation, you probably don’t belong in a jujitsu school. But don’t get too picky either. Just because you always wanted to be like Bruce Lee doesn’t mean you have to practice Wushu. Many martial artists train in different arts through their career and end up creating a style that is a combination of all their styles.

Again, this isn’t a permanent decision so it’s better to just get started with a school nearby that has an instructor you like.

4. Costs

Look for schools that offers 1-2 introductory classes for free. These benefit both you and the school by ensuring you’re a good fit before making you commit to anything.

If you’re going to invest in a “martial arts education”, make sure it’s within your budget. You don’t want you or your kids to get started and become excited about martial arts, just to have to quit due to finances.

Some schools require contracts (or “tuitional agreements” as they are often called) while others don’t. Don’t be afraid of tuitional agreements, often times these schools are extremely interested in seeing you or your child succeed, which is why they want you to make a longer-term commitment after a free class or two. There are also excellent instructors who don’t want to see money interfere with a martial arts education, so they opt to not require contracts and charge on a per-class basis.

Both contract and no-contract schools are good options, just be sure to give location and instructors more weight than payment structure when making a decision to commit to a school.

If you would like to learn more about Martial Arts or are interested in finding a martial arts school in your area, go to http://www.experiencemartialarts.com.

Javier Lozano, Jr. has been training in the martial arts for over 15 years. He is currently part owner of Experience Martial Arts and will be opening a martial arts school shortly.

How to Get Quality MMA Training From a Mixed Martial Arts School

By fight good on Thursday, October 29th, 2009 | No Comments

Interested in MMA Training from a mixed martial arts school? Learn about what to look for in deciding on where and how to get Mixed Martial Arts training that is both affordable and high quality.

MMA also known as “Mixed Martial Arts” is like the name suggests, a combination of various martial arts. MMA Training has become very popular in today’s fighting techniques. More and more people are becoming interested in the idea of mixed martial arts. But how does one decipher the difference between a good or “not so good” MMA school? Below are tips for finding a top-rated MMA training school and how to get the best results doing so.

1. First and foremost, do a search engine search to find the best schools in your area. For example you could search for ” MMA Training Portland Oregon ” or ” Portland Oregon Mixed Martial Arts Schools ” if you lived in the Portland Oregon area. This can help you narrow down atleast who is online. Check out the reviews and press releases on the various schools available online.

2. Secondly, most MMA training schools have a “about the instructor” page. When looking at this page, determine whether or not you feel that this instructor has been in martial arts long enough to know what he or she is doing and make a decision there. You may want to add these different websites to your favorites for future reference. Completely go through their website and get a feel for what they are really about and what kind of services they offer and what kind of prices they have. Does their website have a “contact us” page? Set up a list of questions and contact the instructor so he or she can answer any questions you may have concerning their school.

3. Do they offer variety and a well-balanced training schedule? Look for the various qualities you would like to have in a Mixed Martial Arts School and how they can apply to you. Consider calling the instructor to get a feel for whether or not the classes are right for you.

4. Contact or no contact? If you are interested in no, medium, or high level of contact in traing, this is an extremely important question to ask before getting involved.

5. Consider what sort of fitness training is going to be provided. Can the classes offer to a wide variety of fitness levels? Do they offere a variety of classes and or “focuses” in their training schedule?

6. If nothing else, try a MMA training school out for a month or two. If it doesn’t suite you, then you can always go somewhere else. Sometimes it takes time to learn whether or not a school and its instructors are a good match for you. So keep this in mind that sometimes you have to “taste test” to really get a feel for what you want in a mixed martial arts school.

These steps can help you indentify and narrow down your search for a quality Mixed Martial Arts School and to help you get the best MMA training available in your local area.

For a great Portland Oregon MMA Training School visit http://www.ExtendingFitness.com – If not from the Portland Oregon area they also offer great MMA Training guides on their website.

Martial Arts New York Choosing The Right Martial Arts School In New York City

By fight good on Thursday, October 15th, 2009 | No Comments

So you have checked out all the karate videos and would like to advance.

Has the martial arts bug been bothering you for some time now?

If you wish to study karate in depth, your primary objective is to join your local karate course so that you can master the basics correctly.

Without some previous form of karate or karate experience, you will find it very challenging to master the advanced karate steps and techniques that will allow you to grow and develop as a martial arts student.

Whether your rationale in learning martial arts is for self-defense or to compete in tournaments, joining a respected karate course is a vital first step. The most difficult part of this process is choosing the right karate academy as this will determine the result of your martial arts training. It would be a waste to spend hours of training without even mastering the basics.

Here are some tips and general guidelines that should be considered when choosing a good karate school.

One. Proximity. Choose a karate school that is relatively close to your home if possible. If you drive, try to keep this within a half hour. If your shosen course is close, it will be a lot easier to maintain a long-term training program. However this is not a rule. Feel free to choose any course that meets the criteria. You should never sacrifice the quality of your karate training for the convenience of having class within walking distance.

Two. When selecting a martial arts classes, ensure that the program is congruent with your goals. As an example, if your objective is competition and tournaments, it makes very little sense to get involved with a self-defense specialist. Although any karate training will be of great help to your overall development, targeting your goals directly is certainly one of the fastest way to achieve them.

Three. Make sure that your chosen karate school has been in operation for some time and that your intructor has enough background in teaching martial arts. Do some research about the lessons before making a final decision. There are plenty of karate schools in New York, a lot of them close down after the first couple years of operation. If you wish to master the art of martial arts, than select your instructor carefully.

Four. Don’t sweat the small stuff. It is no big deal if you do if you don’t have all of your martial arts gear ready for your first day of training. This acutally works out because ideally, you want to collect your gear little by little as this will allow you to get used to it a gradual pace. Also, it is easier to make adjustments as you are just beginning.

Five. Get all your questions answered. One of the smartest things you can do before joining a martial arts course in New York is to prepare a list of questions specific to the training you would like to have. This can be as small mental note or basic outline. Remember, this is about your martial arts training. It is not a time to be timid as you will be paying for this education, And not just with money.

Take your research to the Internet to make sure that you have covered all the bases. Stay focused and consistent and you are well on your way to mastering the art of Karate.

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Martial Arts Marketing and School Owner Secrets to a Successful School Start-up

By fight good on Friday, October 2nd, 2009 | No Comments

A martial arts business start up can sometimes prove to be anxiety-inducing and stressful. It can not be denied that the success of a good school, or any martial arts business for this matter, rely heavily on efficient marketing strategies. It must be underscored that a good school, while they may be very good and the best in the craft of teaching will never be successful if there is no proper marketing for the karate business so most are turn or looking to manage their business and it hard to trust so some looking for good reputation.

There are of course several blueprints to the success of a karate business, all of which are school owner secrets of some of the best in the country. However, these blueprints had remained to be a well-kept secret among those who had proven themselves successful in the field of martial arts business. Martial arts marketing begin on lead generation. Kids, men and women must be enticed to join a martial arts dojo. The plan must be well executed so that the lead generated is maintained and retained.

One more of these best kept school owner secrets is that a successful school start up rely on marketing this is effective in days now. For some martial arts schools, marketing and management can be a daunting task as while it may take a lot of effort it can prove to provide minimal results. Most are depend on this testimony.

It can be said that the martial arts business marketing plan can also be applied to many schools and not just martial arts schools and it derived to right and proper. Strategy, determination and careful execution of the martial arts business plan are but some of the tenets of the Karate Marketing program, all of which can be applied in many aspects of other business schools. The principles of the Martial Arts Business and Marketing are very stringent and specific, that success is well on its way if one subscribes to it and makes it happen now.

in summary choose only to those really reputable and trustworthy.

Dion and Duane Brumitt are martial arts school owners and martial arts business experts who understand the anxieties of starting up a Martial Arts School. They have cracked the marketing code “The (B3) Martial Arts Breakthrough Blueprint”, to answer to Martial Arts Marketing needs which will help anyone who would like to venture into the Karate Business.

Wu Shu School Of Shaolin Martial Arts

By fight good on Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 | 10 Comments

Video of the training grounds of some of the kung fu training schools located around China.

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