Maai; Combative Space-timing

Gratitude for our swords and training equipment, and those that made them. To our teachers...

This is important to understand when practicing historical or classical martial arts. Although the sword...

Are samurai still trained in Japan? Are there samurai schools? The short answer is, No.Samurai...

I wanted to talk about IN-YŌ 陰陽, or more commonly known as yin & yang....

Be honest. Move with the truth and discard the lies and false facades. Leave them...

Joe is a bit of a jerk.Joe joins a dojo.Joe practices martial arts for 12...

Budo does not begin and end when you pass through the dojo, or step on...

Practicing and Studying There are two main words used about practicing and learning in martial...

Present and switched on The method of critically watching practice is commonly referred to as...

When people want to find a martial arts teacher, do they often think of mister...

We’re diving deep into the art and discipline of Iaido, a journey that goes far...

Budo values reflection and compassion. When these are not present it is hard to develop...

Studying the arts of fighting leads to peace. The pursuit of martial arts has one...

剣禅一如 The sword and zen are one. The mind of zen is an important consideration...

Timing while training alone is an important aspect to keep alive and well in the...

Learn the sword or budo and learn of yourself. Learn about yourself to learn budo....

Recently, a martial arts instructor (Budo Teacher) faced defamatory accusations in a public forum. A...

Good Posture = Efficient Movement A graphic I made for a student talking about the...

To all of you that have supported and also those that have caused trouble to...

Training in iaijutsu (or any bujutsu) means doing the same thing over and over and...

Respect is a two-way street, however, how many people are driving recklessly? “If you want...

Learning Iaido online is a wonderful challenge. Iaido or Iaijutsu can be deceptively simple in its...