Aren't all martial arts the same? Part 2
In part 1 of this blog I discussed my opinions towards the differences between ‘sport’ and traditional martial arts, with regards to...
Aren't all martial arts the same? Part 1
In this two part post I am going to provide my opinions on the fundamental differences between the broad variety of martial arts styles...
Why should children learn martial arts?
Most martial schools provide a programme for children. Whilst there is no guidance determining the minimum age to begin participation in...
Importance of core conditioning in martial arts
Fitness and conditioning are key to success in competitive sports. Often at lower levels of competition the fittest competitors are the...
Families that kick together stick together....
Sharing time and positive experiences are the keys to happiness. Studies have shown time and again, that those people who undertake an...
Personal Defence. The physical and psychological benefits.
For many the mental image of effective personal defence is that of men in crisp white suits with black belts, effortlessly casting aside...
Getting started...it's all about the first step!
In his 1988 book Stephen Covey determined that one of the habits of highly effective people was to start with the end in mind. Knowing...
