Category Archives: Instruction

Info on teaching and finding a school

Selfless Sensei Contest

Posted on December 14, 2010 by moaimartialarts

Here’s a neat contest going on at KarateDepot.com.  It’s called the “Selfless Sensei” Charitable Giveaway, and the winner received $1000 for equipment. Nominations end tonight, and voting begins tomorrow. Do you know of a great martial arts teacher who works … Continue reading →

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MG In Action

Posted on November 30, 2010 by moaimartialarts

If you haven’t seen this site yet, you definitely need to check it out!  MGInAction gives you access to Marcelo Garcia’s lessons, strategies, and sparring sessions held at his school in New York City. If you like watching videos on … Continue reading →

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AWOL Videos

Posted on November 9, 2010 by moaimartialarts

I’m sorry I haven’t been a very good blogger lately–a little slow on the updates, I know.  Here are a few videos and an awesome YouTube channel to check out if you haven’t already! First up, a neat video of … Continue reading →

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Staring at the Walls

Posted on October 26, 2010 by moaimartialarts

One of the best things I learned while studying karate as a kid was to be observant.  I don’t mean in the sense that martial arts teaches you to be aware of your surroundings or that mystical, meditative calm that … Continue reading →

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Growing Into the Martial Arts

Posted on October 4, 2010 by moaimartialarts

Here’s an article I wrote for Experts123 a few months ago.  School’s back in full swing, and I’ve been getting to know my new students.  Quite a few are into martial arts, and it reminded me of some of the … Continue reading →

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AWOL Videos: Jay Bell

Posted on August 31, 2010 by moaimartialarts

School’s starting up this week, and I’ll be pretty busy trying to get ready for my new students.  I should be able to post a new article soon; in the meanwhile I’ll try to keep up with Shohei-Ryu CT on … Continue reading →

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Quick Link

Posted on August 12, 2010 by moaimartialarts

This is my first article with Experts123.  Take a look and click “like” on their site if you have the time! http://www.experts123.com/a/growing-into-the-martial-arts.html

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Finding a ‘good school’ – 3. Why Martial Arts?

Posted on July 23, 2010 by curtiswinn

Here’s part three of Curtis Winn’s series on how to chose a good martial arts school.  This post explores the deeper meanings behind the actual study of the arts.  His questions at the end should start a really good conversation … Continue reading →

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Finding a ‘good school’ – 2. The Usual Inquiry

Posted on July 18, 2010 by curtiswinn

Here is part two of a series of guest posts by Curtis Winn.  Leave a comment or questions, and he’ll be happy to respond. ________________________ The conversation usually starts out the same way… “You take karate?”…..followed by…. “Do you teach?”…..and … Continue reading →

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Finding a ‘good school’ – 1. Intro Post

Posted on July 11, 2010 by curtiswinn

Here is an introduction to a series of guest posts by Curtis Winn.  Relying on many years of martial arts experience, he’ll discuss how to choose a good school for those who are just starting out.  He’ll also focus on … Continue reading →

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