How Do I Know If I'm Ready For Black Belt?
The transition from Kup Grade to Dan Grade is not just a physical one. Yes you need to know your Poomsae, and have mastered a basic...
Practising Martial Arts Over 40
As someone who has trained since I was a child, through my teenage years and who is now embracing the 40 milestone I have first hand...
Master Etiquette
In martial arts your Master is everything. They are the source of all your knowledge and they are there to help not only learn Taekwondo...
Meditation & Martial Arts
Why meditate? It is not that important to your martial art training is it? A lot of people would rather be getting a sweat on and kicking...
Why Quitting Martial Arts is the Easy Option.
So today an adult student,who has trained with me for over a year, told me they were quitting. When I was younger my first reaction was...
One Step Sparring - Why it's important and tips to improve.
The definition of one step sparring is a counterattack against an oncoming attack. In most cases, especially at beginner level, this is a...
The secret powers of Energy (Ki)
The Koreans call energy 'Ki', the Chinese 'Chi' or 'Qi'. It doesn't really matter how you spell it it's the importance of it that counts....
How To Find A Good Martial Art Club
Things you need to do to have a healthy martial arts club.
Excellent Martial Arts Advice and Knowledge.
No one can predict what is going to happen in the future. No one can predict what will happen in your life. Nothing is certain....
Your journey to Black Belt - An Instructor's Perspective
This blog is written from the perspective of an instructor. The thoughts, feelings and efforts that get passed between an instructor and...
