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Self-Defense: The Student Partnership
January 28th, 2016by Steve Weber
Success in Aikido training occurs when each student understands their proper role during a practice session. This role playing concept […]
Self-Defense: Throws – What Makes People Fall?
October 26th, 2015by Steve Weber
Whether watching old WWII combat Judo training films or modern Martial Arts movies, seeing someone knocked off their feet and thrown to the ground leaves one with the distinct impression that
Self-Defense: Distraction, Deception and Delay
September 29th, 2015by Steve Weber
Having a nimble mind is just as important as having a well trained body. Sometimes you have the time to […]
Self-Defense: The Quest for Martial Knowledge
August 25th, 2015by Steve Weber
When one starts anything new, excitement is often coupled with apprehension. Training in the Martial Arts has that same effect […]
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Self-Defense: Strategy
June 24th, 2015by Steve Weber
P P P ersonal protection skill requires a student to have a greater understanding of self-defense than merely practicing martial art techniques.
Self-Defense: Consider Your Surroundings Part 2
May 26th, 2015by Steve Weber
Y Y Y ou have heard people say “be aware of your surroundings” often enough, but most people think about it in a very limited way.
Self-Defense: Consider Your Surroundings
April 28th, 2015by Steve Weber
M M M artial Arts Training should be thorough. Obviously, we hope it meets our expectations to educate and challenge us, but how do we take the information learned in a
Self-Defense: The Benefits of Meditation
March 25th, 2015by Steve Weber
H H H ow does one define self-control? Are we controlling action or thought or both? Which occurs first? Understanding the complexity of how the mind works continues to baffle scientists.