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You can not be in the martial arts for a long time without hearing at least one Zen story. The one that I really like and one that totally changed my life in the martial arts is the story of the student who wanted to become a master.
Once there was a monk who was very skilled, and very talented. He wanted to become a master, so he went to see the Zen Master, to study under him. He went to the Zen Master and he bowed to him and said, I want to study with you to become a master, how long wi... Read More

Introduction

Readers of my blog will be familiar with my view that "it is the man, not the art". However it has recently been said to me on an internet forum that this is nothing but a myth. Rather, it is contended, some arts are plainly better than others when it comes to applicability for civilian defence (something I shall label "practicality" for the purposes of this article). Principally this view has been expounded to me by "modern" combat sports practitioners who deride trad... Read More

I will be attending the Action Martial Arts Hall of Honours in Atlantic City, NJ which takes place at the Tropicana Hotel between the 9th - 10th January. I shall be accompanying my instructor, Hanshi Jorgen Jorgensen who is from Sweden, as both of us have been nominated for awards. I shall post pictures from the event as soon as I am able to, so watch this space. This will one of several events that I plan to attend throught the year (provided I have the time and money). If any of you guys a... Read More

Martial Artists Give
Warrior Wisdom
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Alain Burrese, J.D.

Bohdi Sanders' book "Warrior Wisdom" bridges the gap between ageless wisdom and modern application for today's warriors. Sanders writes that being a warrior is not something you do; it is something you are. In this book, he provides the guidance to live and be a warrior physically, mentally, and spiritually. In fact, his lessons on honor, responsibility, wisdom, cour... Read More

2-Day Xing-Yi Workshop by Li Tai-Liang, a 5th generation Shangxi Xing-Yi master. It's a hands-on workshop for all levels sponsored by Saddleback College Eastern Arts Club. 

Web site of master Li Tai-Liang 
http://litailiang.homestead.com/MainPage.html 

Li Tailiang will be offering a 2 day seminar on Xingyiquan kicking techniques. The basis of the seminar will be the Yuanyang Jiao (Mandarin Duck kicks) form created by Li Fuzhen and Bu Xuekuan (disciples of Che Yizhai). ... Read More

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