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Honour and Bushido

Written by Silvio Morelli
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‘Honour’ is a concept that features heavily in the Samurai warrior code of Bushido, and in all martial codes from East to West. But what does it mean, and how does it govern our behaviour? Read more...
 

Is Tradition Dying Out?

Written by Administrator
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Each month, Blitz gives experienced martial arts instructors an opportunity to debate an issue of importance in the martial arts scene. This issue we ask: Are traditional martial arts dying out? Read more...
 

Now & Zen

Written by Mike Clarke
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The ‘tradition’ of traditional karate lies not in the techniques handed down or the kata being practised, but in the sincerity of those teaching and training in it, writes Mike Clarke Sensei. Clarke, a karate veteran of 35 years’ experience, reveals why there are no ‘quick fixes’ in martial arts and comments on the personal search for identity and ‘enlightenment’ that the art can offer those who seek it. Read more...
 

Ego Be Gone

Written by John B Will
In this excerpt from John Will’s book Passion and Purpose: ROGUE BLACK BELT (Book 3), he looks at the dangers of an untamed ego. Read more...
 

YouTube Sensei

Written by John B Will

Technology has made martial arts instruction and information more accessible than ever — but at what price? Read more...
 

Schooled in Self-esteem

Written by John B Will
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Self-esteem is one of the many purported benefits of martial arts training. So often is the term bandied around, it has become standard for almost every martial arts school pamphlet on the planet: the promise that joining up will ‘improve your self-esteem’. Read more...
 
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