Author Archives: moaimartialarts

About moaimartialarts

Lucky enough to grow up with the martial arts, I have felt their positive influence throughout my life and am especially interested in sharing these experiences with others. I enjoy working with youth and adults to give back some of what I've received. If you would like to learn more about Uechi-Ryu/Shohei-Ryu Karate, or if you want to find people to train with, please contact me. I am the head karate instructor for the Meriden Martial Arts Club.

Arc’teryx Beta SV Jacket Review

Posted on November 9, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Posted in Reviews, Workouts | Tagged arc'teryx, beta, climbing, hiking, jacket, moontrail, outdoors, rei, review, shell, sv | Comments Off

How to Train at Home for a Real MMA Fight

Posted on October 22, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Posted in Fitness, MMA | Tagged fitness, gymnastics, jiu jitsu, karate, MMA, wrestling | Leave a comment

How to Learn Self Defense and Develop Situational Awareness–The Hooded Box Drill

Posted on September 18, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Posted in Humor, Jiu-jitsu, Karate, News, Self Defense | Tagged Hooded Box Drill, self defense, Situational Awareness | Leave a comment

Hayabusa Kanpeki T3 Helmet and Shin Guard Review

Posted on September 8, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Posted in Humor, Reviews | Tagged Hayabusa, Kanpeki, review | Leave a comment

Meriden Martial Arts Club Ruck 2019

Posted on August 2, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Here’s a belated video of our most recent outdoor training session–a silly but somewhat strenuous evening. Let us know what you best outdoor training looks like, and if you want to join sometime check out Meriden Martial Arts Club.

Posted in Fitness, Humor, Karate | Tagged karate, outdoor, ruck, training | Leave a comment

The World’s Best Cap Challenge

Posted on July 12, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Here is our version of the Cap Challenge that’s viral as of Summer 2019. Impressive, right?

Posted in Humor | Tagged bottle, cap, challenge, karate, kick, king fu | Leave a comment

Hayabusa Kanpeki T3 MMA Gloves Quick Review

Posted on July 12, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Posted in MMA, Reviews | Tagged gloves, Hayabusa, Kanpeki, MMA, review, T3 | Leave a comment

POV Karate Sparring Drills

Posted on March 27, 2019 by moaimartialarts

Having some fun training at the Meriden Martial Arts Club. What do you think of our drills?

Posted in Karate, Uncategorized | Tagged drills, karate, martial arts, sparring, Uechi-Ryu | Leave a comment

Home Dojo Tour 2019 (Home Dojo on a Dime Part 2)

Posted on March 24, 2019 by moaimartialarts

We’ve done a lot of updating over the past few years, including better equipment, real mats, shelving, and a Mylar “mirror”. Have a look, and let us know what you think!

Posted in DIY, MMA | Tagged boxing, club, ct, fitness, jiu-jitsu, karate, meriden, MMA, muay thai, self defense | Leave a comment

Forearm and Grip Training for Marial Artists

Posted on January 11, 2017 by moaimartialarts

Here is a quick video to help with forearm and grip training. Improving these areas is important for all forms of martial arts–especially grappling. Take a look, and let us know what you think! (We have some other video updates … Continue reading →