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Gōjū-ryū Japanese for "hard-soft style" is one of the main traditional Okinawan styles of karate, featuring a combination of hard and soft techniques. Both principles, hard and soft, come from the
... Pectoral flexibility—releasing tight muscles in the front caused by our forward-positioned lifestyles, creating poor upper spine position and mobility Core stability—the endurin...
...its origin embedded in the antiquities of Japanese history. The weapon of survival with is multitudes of styles as perfected by the Japanese samurai (warriors) such as Musashi and Kojiro has left its...
...as thus far interested me the most, but from the posts I've searched for, it seems that there are so many styles of silat. If anyone has any leads it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks...
.../small group instruction as well if anyone can recommend anyone? Intermediate level experience with other styles (no Kung Fu). Thanks,...
...become interested in possibly trying out a matrial art, but I do not know the difference between the many styles, or the names of some of them. Could sombody refer me to a resource that breaks down a ...
You appear to be the resident expert on Indonesian styles. As one interested in Indonesian arts, I would like to pose a question to you. Assuming Victor de Thouars was in his prime and without a knife
...hile I have a general idea of what I want out of my training I'm having trouble deciding between the many styles out there. (There's so many choices!) I've figured that I'd like to initially start w...
At the risk of starting a gigantic flame war I had a question about kung fu styles. Based on the area I live in, I have two choices as far as styles go. Between 8 Step Praying Mantis and Wing Chun whi
I am interested in learning so style of Kung Fu. I am most interested in the animal styles, but am not sure which to learn. What are the different characteristics of the animal types ie. what are thei
Wrestling or karate - type styles
This question is posed to anyone with experience training in Kung-Fu. (northern shaolin styles in particular) I am looking to begin training at a Kung-Fu school I found here in my city. They teach a s
...why everyone seems to dislike taekwondo so much here. I take taekwondo and juijistu lessons and like both styles well enough. I've heard that people think taekwondo is unrealistic with its high kicks ...
...vance! -Demarco PS. Presently, I am enrolled in a TKD and Hapkido program (Yellow belt rating in both styles at the moment) at my school (California State University Hayward). Please let me know w...
...very impressed with that style, however I don't think there is a local teacher here, so I'm open to other styles. Or for that matter, other arts entirely. I am just looking for efficiency - how well...
Hi, i would like to know izzit all the chinese sword styles are northern based ? I wonder izzit true all the folks in southern china in the past didn't study sword play.
...s is not true about traditional arts. Why not? Let's have an example: First, let's agree that kung fu styles such as Praying Mantis, Wing Chun, White Crane and so on are considered such traditiona...
...to bow to a higher belt in any style, but, is it customary to bow at another dojo if they are 2 different styles? Thanks!...
In some Judo styles you have to compete to advance beyond certain ranks. Is there stuff like this in BJJ or can you get a black belt without ever going to a single tournament?
... ). It is a Bob Dozier design, one of three folder designs that all have the same handle (different blade styles). Here is what the Russell website says: 'These are knives that work. The quality far...
Dagger, Bayonet, straight, dagger, etc. Other than aesthetic looks, is one better than the other at holding an edge when sharpened? Thanks.
...or his 'cardio karate' classes and letting an 7 yearld black elt intruct his students. anyways, the three styles its been narrowed down to is wing chun, choun nhu?, and arnis?? Ive heard of the second...
... expect to find on ordinary knives! Just email me for a complete list and photos of the more than 2 dozen styles I have in stock! Email to:...
According to some sources the dragon unites every aspect of all animal styles so it is to be considered the highest animal form. Is this true? sjaakie * Sent from AltaVista http://www.altavista.co
...dents, why not make them think they're invincible? Before that comment stirs up abuse, please look at the styles I've studied. I've heard it, been taught it, expected to accept it as gospel. Unless yo...
Recently I was given a weapon that I believe is a 'Steel Whip' used by certain styles of Kung Fu. Can anyone give me further information on the history of this weapon? Closely resembles a chain but do
...a knife, I mean. Now let's not get into all this 'you have to train thirty years in several martial-art-styles before you are ready for this sacred moment'-stuff. And let's assume I have deployed in...
...er organizations in the area that teach this style (Chen Taiji). Do you think it would be btter to change styles for one that has regular teachings (that the lineage is maybe not quite as solid), or g...

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