Tsuguo Sakumoto

In Ryuei-ryu we attack and receive simultaneously. Moreover, we use a lot of ashi-sabaki in order to move quickly. Tsuguo Sakumoto Tsuguo Sakumoto is unmistakable with his clean-shaven head and his intense gaze. He is a three-time WKF World Champion in kata and when watching him one cannot fail to be mesmerised by his power, …

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Luis Maria Sanz De La Hoz

It’s fundamental to study and practise bunkai, it’s the only way of expressing the meaning of the techniques in a kata, otherwise, they are just movements without a meaning. Luis Maria Sanz De La Hoz Described as “the last link between traditional and competitive Karate” Luis Maria Sanz holds a notable place in karate, being …

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Michael Milon

Karate is like music. Everyone has the same instrument, the same score, but there are some who play it better than others. Michael Milon Widely regarded as a true legend in the world of tournament Karate, Michael Milon was one of the most famous and talented karatekas of the late 1990s. Milon was considered an innovative …

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13 Martial Arts Podcasts Worth Listening To

I am a big fan of podcasts and In this post I share some of my favorite martial arts podcasts. Each of the podcasts provide a unique insight into the world of martial arts. They are not in any particular order. Hiyaa Martial Arts Podcast http://www.hiyaapodcast.com/ This podcast, started in 2012, is co-presented by Dave Jones …

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The need for speed

Speed from a martial artist’s perspective, is the ability to react or move faster than your opponent. Although some people are naturally fast, speed is a skill that can be acquired like any other. It is important to remember that speed is not the same as rushing. To become faster, it is important to focus …

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Martial Arts News & Articles n.5

Welcome to another selection of posts and articles that have caught my eye. Please sit back and enjoy the current selection.   Micropost: The Karate Paradox A micro post by Kowakan.com exploring the proliferation of karate styles and non-Japanese instructors. Read More Capoeira Videos A collection of videos demonstrating the Brazilian martial art of Capoeira, …

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Martial Arts News & Articles n.4

Welcome to another selection of posts and articles that have caught my eye. Please sit back and enjoy the current selection.   How a World Champion Survived a Small Mistake (That Nearly Cost Him the World Games Title) A post by Jesse Enkamp showing how even the best can make mistakes. Read More My Life …

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Martial Arts News & Articles n.3

Welcome to another selection of posts and articles that have caught my eye. Please sit back and enjoy the current selection.   Exclusive Interview: Iain Abernethy – UK’s Leading Expert on Practical Kata Bunkai (pt. 1 & 2) A great two-part interview with one of my favorite martial artists Iain Abernethy. Part 1 Part 2 …

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Martial Arts News & Articles n.2

Welcome to another selection of posts and articles that have caught my eye. Please sit back and enjoy the current selection. How To Do The Perfect Burpee The burpee is great exercise for getting fit and this article on the Huffington Post explains how to perform it correctly. Read More This Secret Method Will Improve …

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Martial Arts News & Articles n.1

Welcome to the first in a series of posts where I highlight news stories and articles that have caught my attention. So sit back and enjoy the current selection. Yagi Meitoku An interesting anecdote by Meitoku Yagi on his time training with the legendary Chojun Miyagi. Read more How You Do Anything Is How You …

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