What is a martial art? A martial art can be defined as any skill that can be applied in warfare. The word martial means “military.” So traditionally, a martial art is a military art. The first things that usually come to mind when discussing modern martial arts are leaping, kicking, punching, blocking, inverting elbows, twisting necks, throwing, and weapon fighting.…
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How And Where To Buy Martial Arts Supplies
Whether you’re taking karate, judo, taekwondo, or some other form of martial arts, you might feel overwhelmed when it comes to buying martial arts supplies and uniforms. There are many items you’ll need to get started, but there are also many supplies you won’t need right away. If you’re not careful, you’ll overspend and buy unnecessary items. Here are some…
Martial Arts 5 Ways Too Build Your Self Confidence
If you appreciate a strong, healthy self confidence that carries you through overwhelming times and drives you to achieving your most far reaching goals, martial arts is for you. A person’s self-confidence is like a muscle, it needs to be exercised in order to grow and develop. In the 20 plus years that I’ve been teaching Martial Arts in our…
Colleges And Universities In Baltimore Maryland Part Iv
Loyola College Loyola College at 4501 North Charles Street in Baltimore, Maryland was established in 1852. It is a Jesuit Catholic comprehensive university offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs. The undergraduate program features 34 disciplines and four pre-professional programs in addition to a diverse selection of electives. About one-half of the junior class studies abroad each year through exchange programs…
Talented In Arts
The word “art” unites a lot of different definitions and branches. We usually associate arts with something of extreme beauty that brings pleasure. Arts help us solve one of the philosophical questions “What is beautiful?” With the help of arts we can see the beauty that was not yet shown to us. Arts started developing from the simple sketches made…
An Education In The Arts
For some people art is just something you put on your refrigerator doors. It is something you have to do for schoolwork, or to while your time away. In truth, there truly is something beneath the surface of art that will tantalize every student and teacher. And this is the truth behind art education. Q. What Is An Education In…
Martial Arts Definition
Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow,…
Marin County Fair
While visiting a small town in Marin County California recently, I was prompted to stop by the Marin County Fair. I was told that the fair was famous for it’s ‘world of magic’, with exhibits and interactive experiences, all for the delight of both young and old. Marin County is a wonderful, magical place located in beautiful Northern California, and…
Venice
Venice, the great Italian city built on the Po River delta, must be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Constructed around a network of canals rather than roads, this gem of old Europe is home to a dazzling array of palaces. Venice is around one and a half thousand years old and for many years was a…
Learn How To Apply Wing Chun As An Effective Form Of Self Defense
One of the ongoing things we’re trying at the dojo is broadening our student base. Lots of students get a little upset at punches flying at them, and the like, so we’re evaluating some of the softer styles for an introductory class. I’m looking at turning Wing Chun forms into the basis for a practical martial arts style, and helping…