Ukemi

April 10, 2020

Falling is not a question of 'if', but 'when'. Knowing how to fall helps ensure that you will be able to get back up.

Fundamentals: the gi

April 17, 2020

Understanding the proper way to wear the gi and its parts.

Gedan Barai

April 24, 2020

Gedan barai protects your midsection from attack, but it's crucial to understand the fundamentals of this technique.

Mae Geri

May 1, 2020

The front-kick is useful both for defense and attack. Use it to gauge an opponent's distance, or to finish the fight.

Step forward and punch!

May 8, 2020

The lunging punch combines the energy of forward motion with the speed of your punch to deliver a powerful strike!

Taikyoku Sono Ichi

May 15, 2020

The first kata in the Taikyoku series.

Age Uke

June 29, 2020

Age uke, or the 'rising block', is used to defend against an overhand attack to the head or deflect an attack so that it is redirected above the head.

Personal Security in Social Media

January 29, 2021

Keep yourself safe in real life by being aware of what you are posting on social media.

Group Security in Social Media

February 8, 2021

Keep your friends safe in the age of social networking.