The Truth About Zen Every Martial Artist Needs to Know (Especially Karateka)
Westerners seem fascinated with Zen — or, at least, with what they think Zen is. Zen seems to describe a state of mind, for many...
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Robert Young
Oct 7
The 5 Rings of a 21st Century Swordsman: Ancient Ways of Combat for Modern Students
Recall the stories of Korea’s ancient Hwa Rang warriors, who persevered in battle with human enemies as well as with winter winds raging ..
Dave Lowry
Sep 4
Embracing Mistakes in Martial Arts: Lessons from Kappa, Kendo, and Aikido
Kappa are curious beasts of Japanese mythology. With the body of a human and the shell and beak of a turtle, they live..
Black Belt Team
Feb 12
Navigating the Digital Age: The Unyielding Tradition of Kendo and Its Modern Adaptations
The digital revolution has touched nearly every aspect of our lives, including the way martial arts are taught and learned. Kendo, the...
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