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Boxing/karate verses Arnis a life lesson in kids class

Last night was my kid's, we had an interesting thing happen, one of my newer students (Age 6 and traing for two months) decide when it was his time to spar that he would throw down his stick and fight with his hands and feet. He had been in a kids karate and boxing class. He chose to do this against a another kid age 5 who had been with me since age 3.5 and in the last year had fought in 2 tournaments. This boys father was there. I told him (the 6 y/o) that he should not do this. His mother was… Continue

Added by Marc Lawrence on March 9, 2010 at 2:44pm — No Comments

GGM Angel Cabales German Coverstory in "MARTIAL ARTS INTERNATIONAL MAG." 1994

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Added by Grandmaster "D" on March 3, 2010 at 2:13pm — 2 Comments

GGM ANGEL O. CABALES "THE FATHER OF ESCRIMA IN AMERICA"

There have been several illustrious FMA master's and grandmaster's that have all profoundly contributed to the proliferation and to the vital growth of Filipino martial arts in America such as; GGM Florendo Visitacion, GGM Braul

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Added by Grandmaster "D" on March 3, 2010 at 4:00am — 4 Comments

Review: Nap. David Guillory's Custom Sticks

Everyone knows Rattan sticks have a tendency to eventually blow out. The question is: how long will your set last you? Do you find yourself buying sticks once every month or two? If so, how about changing that to once every six months to a year or even longer! This is an independent review. I have not been paid to write this review, nor has it been requested.

When I first received my sticks from Maestro Nap. David Guillory, I'll never forget the moment. As soon as I held them in my han… Continue

Added by Kurt Schanaman on February 28, 2010 at 12:00pm — 1 Comment

The Three Bridge Concept of SEAMOK Tactical Solutions

The Three Bridge Concept

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Added by Michael D. Blackgrave on February 24, 2010 at 11:30am — 4 Comments

The Illusion of Knife "Fights": Does FMA Really Work?

Ok all, now that I've introduced myself as a newcomer to FMA, and mentioned what I would "like" to learn, and that I have mentioned I've been involved in the military in my lifetime, some real "beginner's questions" are now finally coming to mind in which I would like to ask the FMA community.

I was involved in "drug interdiction" when I was stationed in Honduras back in the 1990's, at a support air base about 30 minutes away from Comayagua, Honduras. If you type "Soto Cano Air Base" i… Continue

Added by Kurt Schanaman on February 21, 2010 at 12:17am — 32 Comments

My Journey: From Kombatan Neophyte to GM - Post 003

Now I Should Be Able to "Stick" With It!

Wow, equipment is all acquired, now if the student can just get the transportation thing ironed out - my little 1987 Mazda B2000 has been involved in a collision and it is a real mess. I've got a motorcycle currently being paid for to do the 5-hour round trip to Ft. Collins each Saturday through the Summer months, but can't have the joy of the new toy until all payments have been made. It's a "rele… Continue

Added by Kurt Schanaman on February 19, 2010 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments

Weapons Training

Why Train With Weapons?

A common statement by individuals who lack the knowledge and understanding of weapons training is that "you do not always have a weapon."

First, it is true that many people will find themselves unarmed when faced with a situation that involves the real or perceived possibility of bodily harm. However, someone who is properly trained with a weapon ALWAYS has a weapon; whether physically or mentally.

Second, you do not have… Continue

Added by John R. Malmo on February 19, 2010 at 12:12am — 5 Comments

Combat Grappling!

Quote paraphrased from the late great Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and trainer, Carlson Gracie. He said,"Punch a jiu-jitsu black belt in the face once and he becomes a brown belt, punch him in the face twice and he becomes a purple belt." In my opinion what Carlson was trying to say is jiu-jitsu practitioners and grapplers of others diciplines in grappling need to be more rounded in other combat disciplines such as boxing, muay thai kick boxing and other striking disciplines. So after your p… Continue

Added by Aaron on February 15, 2010 at 1:19am — No Comments

My Journey: From Kombatan Neophyte to GM - Post 002

Delays Getting Started!

I was looking forward to my first class with GM Shelly on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010 It's obvious that getting things going will be a little tougher than I had planned. I was instructed to find a training partner whom I can spar with throughout the week back in my hometown, as I must travel a 5-hour round trip every Saturday for the training I desire and need a sparring partner here to prac… Continue

Added by Kurt Schanaman on February 13, 2010 at 8:39pm — No Comments

Combat Grappling!

“If you’re training with time limits and weight classes in mind, you’re not training for reality.”
-Helio Gracie

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Added by Aaron on February 10, 2010 at 8:32pm — No Comments

Philippines Trip

Just bought my tickets from Mango Tours saved $300.00 bucks!

Arrivng in Manila April 11th than off to Dipolog Mindinao tha afternoon! i will be hanging out in Ipil for a few weeks checking out the farm and property... anyone in the neighborhood that would like to workout please contact me on myfma.net!

will be in Cebu about 23-25 visiting my step mom and paying respects to my dad!

Than back to ipil for a week!

flying back to Manila on the 30th will be hanging... ma

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Added by terry joven on February 10, 2010 at 12:03pm — 5 Comments

My Journey: From Kombatan Neophyte to GM - Post 001

In The Beginning

Well, here I am contemplating the idea of learning the Kombatan system of Arnis/Eskrima. Already I've been told by family members: "You aren't a Spring chicken anymore, you're 41. You've gotta be outta your mind. There isn't enough time left in your life to get anywhere near good at it. Grow up!" Well, in one breath they say I'm "too old" but then they sit there and tell me to "grow… Continue

Added by Kurt Schanaman on February 10, 2010 at 11:12am — 1 Comment

Flagstaff Arizona-60 yr.old,obese, out of shape man

Anyone know anyone in this profession out near Flagstaff Arizona? Phoenix is too far.

Sincerely,

Rich Howell

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Added by rich howell on February 9, 2010 at 8:49am — 1 Comment

Combat Grappling!

The theory is that most physical confrontations some say upward of 95 percent end up on the ground. Thus, the well rounded combatant who is proficient in ground fighting will have a clear, definite advantage once the conflict goes to the ground. All of one's stand up training in the striking arts will instantly "go out the window." One well known jujutsu family says it like this: "I am like a shark,

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Added by Aaron on January 27, 2010 at 11:59pm — No Comments

Are you ready for March 2010 WEKAF Nationals

If you are going to compete in the WEKAF Nationals on March 19, 20 & 21, 2010, you will need to spar. Here my thoughts and recommendations. You need to practice and spar with others, here some opportunities: There are two tournaments coming up and one Workshop coming up. On Feb. 6th, 2010 the West Coast Eruption is holding a Karate & FMA Tournament at Jose Pacheco’s Dojang in Los Angeles, Ca. They will use USFMAF rules. Contact Kidd D. Jason. The cost is only $25.00 On Feb. 6th, 2010 GM… Continue

Added by Marc Lawrence on January 26, 2010 at 9:13am — 2 Comments

The History and Culture Behind Filipino Weapons to Present Time...

Now this is based on knowledge i have acquired during my various Philippine trips over the years. It is also based on my observations. At this point in my life, I have been there enough times to come to these conclusions. A lot of the blades that I have on the TFW web site are very rare. We found some of them from some old men on whatever island in the Philippines, others were in my friends family tribe handed down through generations. Others were located in museums in the Philippines. I found… Continue

Added by Ron Kosakowski on January 22, 2010 at 2:43pm — 4 Comments

How to Slow Down or Completely Halt Your Martial Arts Training Progress

How to Slow Down or Completely Halt Your Martial Arts Training Progress by Sensei J. Richard Kirkham B.Sc. Over the years, I've seen very successful techniques in slowing down martial arts and self-defense training to an almost complete stop. I've listed some of these techniques below, perhaps you're already practicing some of these.... http://martialarts808.com/Ninjas/index.php/topic,4.msg9.html… Continue

Added by Sensei J. Richard Kirkham B.Sc. on January 22, 2010 at 1:48pm — No Comments