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Karate

POV Karate Sparring Drills

Posted on March 27, 2019 by

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

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Martial Arts Ruck March Training

Posted on May 23, 2016 by

What would happen if you combined military-style PT, an adventure race, and a karate class?  You would get the Meriden Martial Arts Club’s first experiment without outdoor ruck march training.  We only made it out for a few hours, but we loaded up … Continue reading →

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Meriden Martial Arts Club Kyu Test 5.1.16

Posted on May 2, 2016 by

Here are a few quick pics from our recent kyu test at the Meriden Martial Arts Club.  Thanks to all who tested and helped out.  Congrats!

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Why Leslie Knope is my Karate Idol

Posted on March 31, 2015 by

A lot of people have favorite karateka: Chuck Norris, Lyoto Machida, Rex Kwon Do. But I propose a different person to look up to.  Someone not exactly known for her martial arts prowess.  Someone like Leslie Knope. I’ll admit my choice … Continue reading →

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Training Mask Karate Training

Posted on February 2, 2015 by

We posted on this a long time ago as a Training Mask review.  Here’s a recent workout from the Meriden Martial Arts Club featuring new and old models of the mask. After several sessions with the masks, Derek and I noted it … Continue reading →

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MMA Club Training Videos 9.7.14

Posted on September 11, 2014 by

Here are some recent training videos from a workout at the the Meriden Martial Arts Club.  We’re just getting started, but we have five regular members who train in Shohei-Ryu karate and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.  Take a look and let us … Continue reading →

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Shohei-Ryu Karate Masters Camp and Dan Test 2014

Posted on August 12, 2014 by

What a Great Week! Ed and Jean DeCosta hosted a training camp on August 4 through 9, 2014, in celebration of the dojo’s 40th anniversary. Congrats again to Ed and Jean, and thank you for your many years of dedication … Continue reading →

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Shohei-Ryu Karate Training with the Masters 2014

Posted on August 3, 2014 by

If you practice Uechi-Ryu or Shohei-Ryu karate in New England you likely know that my senseis, Ed and Jean DeCosta, owners of the Okinawan Karate Dojo are hosting a training camp on August 4 through 9, 2014, in celebration of the … Continue reading →

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Finally! An Update on Our Karate Children’s Book!

Posted on August 1, 2014 by

Like a million years ago (ok, last December) I announced that local artist, Marissa Dziedzic, and I wrote and illustrated a children’s book all about Shohei-Ryu karate.  The title is Cranky Kenny Learns Karate, and, if you couldn’t guess, it’s all … Continue reading →

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Home Dojo on a Dime Part Two

Posted on June 8, 2014 by

Here’s a long overdue follow-up to our old post about building a home dojo on the cheap.  We’ve done a lot of upgrades since starting the Meriden Martial Arts Club, but it’s still dark and dingy–perfect for tough guys and gals who train … Continue reading →

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