Category Archives: News

Updated info and upcoming events

Facebook Video!

Posted on June 11, 2011 by moaimartialarts

Check it out! Our new video is live on the Moai Martial Arts Facebook page. Click the link to the right to watch!

Posted in Equipment, Karate, News | Tagged karate, training mask, video | Leave a comment

Devouring Culture

Posted on February 8, 2011 by moaimartialarts

The myriad ads shown during the Super Bowl surprised, entertained, inspired, and even offended over 100 million people on Sunday night–myself included. I confess despite growing up near Gillette Stadium (still Sullivan Stadium to locals), I really only watch one … Continue reading →

Posted in News, Philosophy | Tagged Anderson Silva, Groupon, Steven Seagal, Super Bowl | 1 Comment

New Website, First Draft

Posted on January 21, 2011 by moaimartialarts

Hi, Everyone: After discussing names and other options with readers, I present to you the first draft of our new website. I hope you like it! You should see a new, broader focus on collaboration on this blog and a … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged martial arts, moai, Okinawa, Yuimaru | 1 Comment

Help!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by moaimartialarts

Thanks for your input so far. Based on what readers have shared with me, here are a few possible names for the new website. They’re mixed and matched from some of the ideas I’ve gathered. Please vote and weigh in … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged martial arts, moai, The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest, Yuimaru | Leave a comment

Website Redesign Coming Soon

Posted on January 13, 2011 by moaimartialarts

I’ve been thinking of revamping the site for awhile now, and I am looking for a little input. What are some design elements or features you would like to add or subtract from this blog? How can I make it … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged martial arts, Okinawa, The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest, The okinawa program | 3 Comments

BJJ Belt Test 1.8.11

Posted on January 9, 2011 by moaimartialarts

Here is some video from the ridiculous BJJ test held at Plus One Defense Systems this weekend. Needless to say it was very challenging, but everyone worked hard and learned a lot. Those promoted to blue and purple definitely earned … Continue reading →

Posted in Jiu-jitsu, News | Tagged bjj, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, jay bell, Plus One Defense Systems | 3 Comments

Submissions, Inc.

Posted on January 3, 2011 by moaimartialarts

This is an awesome new site set up by my coach, Jay Bell, and BJJ-whiz/graphic design guru, Sonny Parlin. It’s just getting off the ground, but it already looks great. If you’ve followed Jay’s videos on YouTube or NAGA or … Continue reading →

Posted in Jiu-jitsu, News | Tagged Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Leave a comment

Thanks for a Great First Year!

Posted on January 2, 2011 by moaimartialarts

The stats helper monkeys at WordPress.com mulled over how this blog did in 2010, and here’s a high level summary of its overall blog health: The Blog-Health-o-Meter™ reads Wow. Crunchy numbers A Boeing 747-400 passenger jet can hold 416 passengers. … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged karate, martial arts, shohei-ryu, WordPress.com | 3 Comments

UFC 123

Posted on November 16, 2010 by moaimartialarts

Needless to say I’m looking forward to this one because of Machida vs. Rampage. It will be interesting to see how style match up this time. Rampage doesn’t utilize the same technique as Shogun, but he is equally aggressive when … Continue reading →