Category Archives: Karate
Martial Arts Ruck March Training
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
Meriden Martial Arts Club Kyu Test 5.1.16
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!
Why Leslie Knope is my Karate Idol
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
Training Mask Karate Training
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
MMA Club Training Videos 9.7.14
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
Shohei-Ryu Karate Masters Camp and Dan Test 2014
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
Shohei-Ryu Karate Training with the Masters 2014
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
Finally! An Update on Our Karate Children’s Book!
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
Home Dojo on a Dime Part Two
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
Want to Be a Better Fighter? Try Video Games!
How many times have you heard Joe Rogan or practically any other MMA announcer call fighting a “game of human chess”? It’s true, of course: many athletes sharpen their thinking by playing the classic strategy game. What better example of … Continue reading