The House Where Discipline Is Your Weapon
Master Ivory Irvin is a 7th Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and was Combative Arts Instructor for the U.S. Army Military Police. In…
Attract More Martial Arts Students
There is an old proverb that says, “The man who chases two rabbits catches neither.” The reason proverbs last through the ages is that they…
Zanshin – Eight Directions of Awareness (Part 1)
My first insight into Zanshin was back in the early 1980’s when Headmaster Abe Shinobu Sensei befriended me in front of the world renowned Budokan…
Why Respond to Online Criticism
It’s reported that 70 percent of Americans use social media, which is why it’s become increasingly important to respond to comments online—both good and bad.…
In Memoriam: Cheng Pei-pei, Icon of Martial Arts Cinema
Cheng Pei-pei, the revered Chinese martial arts actress known for her unforgettable roles in cinematic masterpieces like “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” has passed away at…
Breakthrough Vision
Some school owners just don’t understand why they can’t grow like other schools. The master works hard teaching class. He comes in early to make…
Derderian Academy of Martial Arts: Cultivating Excellence in Martial Arts Education
For nearly three decades, Raffi Derderian has been the leader of the Derderian Academy of Martial Arts, in the northeastern part of the US. Since…
Tactical Combative Engagement Principles (Part 1)
For the next several articles I will be sharing with you some of our T.C E.P system. These principles will enhance your understanding and practical…
Brown’s TKD Institute: A Path of Excellence and Growth
Master Tariq Brown’s TKD Institute has been helping the community in the central Florida region to improve their lives through the martial arts since its…
