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Category: Martial Arts Insight

Death of the Ego

September 23, 2026 admin

Adapted from a post by Larry Trefz (7/26/26) What are some signs you’re taking a quality Martial Arts class? Your…

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Don’t Take it Personally

September 18, 2026 admin

https://www.instagram.com/p/Da7tCfPlMKV/?stkn=MW1vZGdlOThzbjg5eg== add these techniques to your mental self-defense arsenal (from a Justin Mecham Instagram post)

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“Two traps you need to avoid: Caring what they think, thinking that they care.”

June 29, 2026 admin

From Nathan L. https://www.instagram.com/nathanstoic/ One of the most expensive mistakes a person can make is building their life inside someone…

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MENTAL CONDITIONING

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A big part of your Martial Arts training involves working on your mind, so make sure you’re in the proper…

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How to Grow Up

February 16, 2026 admin

BLACK BELT INSIGHT (from the April 2020 Newsletter) HOW TO GROW UP Improving in your Martial Arts Training requires developing…

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Don’t Take Things Personally

December 6, 2025 admin

A young student once asked a wise monk: “Master, how do I stop taking everything so personally?” The monk smiled…

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Letting Go

November 12, 2025 admin

Two monks, one senior and one junior, were travelling together along a muddy path. The rain had passed but the…

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IMPROVE YOUR AWARENESS TO HELP YOU STAY SAFE:

July 2, 2025 admin

Predators who are looking to harm or snatch you are trying to find an easy mark: someone who’s not paying…

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THE IMPORTANCE OF FORMS TRAINING

August 10, 2024 admin

One of the most important parts of your Martial Arts training is learning and working on forms or kata. Forms…

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A LETTER TO ALL MARTIAL ARTS PARENTS, ATHLETES, & STUDENTS…

February 24, 2024 admin

(By Jason Kifer) In life we don’t earn worthwhile achievements by just “showing up.” If we want to accomplish something…

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PUNCH DEFENSE AND HOW TO GET AWAY

November 19, 2023 admin

(From the Sifu Singh Video and Budo Brothers on Facebook) Q: What kind of punch could be coming at you?…

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15 Benefits of Learning Martial Arts

October 15, 2023 admin

By Vladimir Vladisavljevic – September 1, 2021 Martial arts have been around for thousands of years as one of the…

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THE VALUE OF EFFORT

September 4, 2023 admin

One of the most important parts of your Martial Arts training is trying hard at all times. Giving your best…

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PARENTS & FAMILIES – HELP YOUR STUDENTS GET THE MOST OUT OF LEARNING MARTIAL ARTS!

April 16, 2023 admin

Training in Martial Arts provides many benefits, so for the best outcome from the investment of finances, time, and organizing…

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Have More Fun in Your Martial Arts Training!

October 29, 2022 admin

Practicing Martial Arts is already a fun activity, and here are some ways to get even more fun out of…

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Beyond Black Belt

October 2, 2022 admin

For all serious Martial Arts students, one of your main goals should be earning your Black Belt — but this…

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MOTIVATION FOR MARTIAL ARTS SUCCESS

September 6, 2022 admin

To achieve success in your Martial Arts training and earn your Black Belt, it’s important to set goals for yourself…

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WAYS TO AVOID VIOLENCE

April 21, 2021 admin

Try to stay away from violent situations and violent people. A violent situationcan be very complicated and hard to navigate…

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MARTIAL ARTS SIMPLIFIED

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From “Black Belt Goals” by Grand Master Bob Zange In all areas of learning, it’s important to master the fundamentals,…

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Black Belt Attitude

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(Adapted from an Article by “American Black Belt Academy”) Having the “Black Belt Attitude” means developing the understanding that being…

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GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING!

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If you’re working on staying motivated, remember that we’re here to help you! Use these tips and let us know…

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Personal Safety

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STAY SAFE IN SCHOOL AND HOME! When it’s time for Back-to-School and all year long, practice smart habits that can…

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Martial Arts Awareness

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Anyone who has to work late may have to come home after midnight across a dark parking lot or through…

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What makes a “Good” Martial Arts Class?

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What are Signs of a Good Martial Arts Class? It’s FUN! Instructors are positive and motivational and the students enjoy…

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