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These are my points of view that are to do with all aspects of martial arts. OSU!
POWER RANGERS: the top 10 best Rangers of all time
So I live in England. And as is customary in England, every decent franchise from America and/or New Zealand comes to our general awareness a year late. The same naturally goes for my doseage of Power Rangers. If it were … Continue reading →
“Avoiding a McDojo: A Comprehensive Guide by Ben” Part 3: A Few Words on Kids in the Dojo
In my Jujitsu class, there are no kids. It is an adult class suitable for anyone aged 14 and up, with full contact sparring and an emphasis on self defence. That is the way that serious martial art clubs ought … Continue reading →
“Avoiding a McDojo: A Comprehensive Guide by Ben” Part 2: Signs and Signals
Is it the martial arts alone that give the student intergrity; concentration; perseverance; respect; obedience; self control; humility and an indomitable spirit? OR is it the teacher that helps the students develop skills that will last them a lifetime? The … Continue reading →
“Avoiding a McDojo: A Comprehensive Guide by Ben” Part 1: General Definition
“McDojo” is a term coined by western martial artists to describe a martial arts school (of any style) that teaches a watered down, impractical form of martial arts, simply for the money. McDojos and their instructors don’t care about you, or about helping … Continue reading →
The Best Martial Art?
I am 18 years of age and have been practicing the martial arts for about 13 years. I’ve been bullied; mugged in broad daylight; competed in local, national, european and world championships; and I own in excess of 110 martial arts … Continue reading →