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I do like the WC grappling transitions; simplicity at its best. You demonstrate through WC that to be effective, you don't need to be "fancy"; get in and get out!! Good tutorial, as always!! Thank you for sharing.

Very interesting case!! It'll take some time to read the 63 page Jury demand, but, important, to get an idea. What I've read, and forgive me if I'm wrong in my initial interpretation of the case, but Vince McMahon/WWE "eliminated", by purchasing WCW and ECW, his competition. If memory serves me, no one can "own a monopoly" because it violates free trade markets and the like. I think the complainants have a case against UFC/Dana White. But hey, I'm armchair quarterbacking here!!

Solid post!! Nicely done video's! We do very similar drills as well!! Great conversations/discussions, all; I've enjoyed them!!

Glad you can get back on the mat! Thanks, Noah!! It will feel good tonight.

Solid post!! Parent rights, and children protection, always trump dojo/CI/Sensei/Governing body...always!!

BACK TO THE FLOOR!! I've been approved by my doctor, just as long as I only do what I can tolerate!! WHEW...a sigh of relief! But, there is an amendment to all of this. I'll address this in a different thread/topic this weekend. Some here may not like it, and some might not understand, but, family comes first; always have, always will!!

Solid post!! Having said that, "stances" is an acceptable term, imho, so, I don't try to reinvent the wheel, so to speak. Isn't performing the kata a "separate exercises or drills"?? Because all through out any kata, one's in and out of one "stance" or another via the transition. OK...tape over my mouth, sorry!

Blocks in kata, even Taikyoku series, aren't always blocks. In sparring, I've noticed that blocks are haphazard in there execution; more of a slap, if they are trying to block. I doubt many blocks taught, are ever used in sparring for one reason or another. Unlike many MA practitioners, I believe in Bunkai, and if the founder has incorporated said Bunkai into its curriculum and the like, then the fault is not in the Bunkai, but in the practitioner for one reason or another. Does Bunkai of the founder become outdated? No. Why? The mechanics of physical properties of the human being and what it can and can not do, are exacting. Do things within Bunkai change? Sure, that, to me, is the beauty of Oyo Bunkai; search, find, explore, discover, and so on and so forth, and then repeat often. Now, we're not all going to be on agreement because we've different upbringings in the MA as well as different journeys. If the founder of your style CAN, then, why CAN'T his students? I don't know, because I can only speak for myself. Ok...I'm going back to my corner, sorry for the rant!!

Now, that's a great point!!

Fantastic book review, Heidi; thank you for it!! I believe that this book would be an important addition to my library because nutrition shouldn't be overlooked or taking quote lightly. Being 57 years old, I believe that nutrition and the like should be at the top of my bucket-list to keep me on the floor for years to come!!

Stations are good for keeping their attentions; nothings stale!! Challenging students is vitally important, no matter the age!!

GM Young Ik Suh taught a very simple choke defense...while being choked, spit in the attackers face, then do this or that, but do something. I suppose it has merits both as an insult and as a defense!!

I believe that those noted MAist taught their children the same way that they taught the general student body. By that, I'm almost sure that there was no favor afforded their children; all students same!! But having the Master right there at home, had more access to the Master, I mean, they lived under the same roof!! I'm also sure that the Master separated the family formality from the Dojo formality. I believe it's still quite possible today because the Master is rooted, therefore, the children adopt that mindset, and therefore, become the proponents of the Master, therefore, the style!! You can see this being a possible when the children of many noted Masters are Senior Ranks; and I'm sure that those children were more so under the microscope than others.

Specificity is important, just as long as the parent/student isn't questioning the CI's grading. By that I mean, the CI determines everything about everything; therefore, question, but with respect.

Solid post!!

Not just stances, but postures as well. Can't have one without the other. This type of training should be done as often as possible because you can't transition and the like without having both a solid stance and posture.

Aha...Thanks, Brian. I'll look for that much closer!! Thanks, Bob. This weekend, we will be in Dodge City for Gun Smoke Nationals. It looks like Kendall only has 3 in his bracket, and one is a national placer. But Kenneth is in a novice division with 7 wrestlers. So it should be a fun day!Yes, sounds like a very fun day for all of you!! I look forward to your report!! Make sure your camera batteries are CHARGED!!

Solid post!!

You've received some good advice here where you might find the sources. In that, I'd stress that the most reliable source for what you're seeking can be found with your Sensei. However, learn and understand the Oyo, and within that, discoveries can be found. Even the most noted practitioner, imho, is subjected to their own Oyo Bunkai. They seek, they discover, and then they seek some more!! It's theirs and theirs alone, and to share with whomever is willing to receive it, thusly, accepting its founding's.

Aha...Thanks, Brian. I'll look for that much closer!!

Yes, it's uncommon/rare, but it happens. When it does, the infraction has to be severe enough to warrant it. Rank is forever. However, the knowledge is what's forever; that can't be removed. The rank, is just a thing, and things can be removed whenever the governing body sees fit; they don't need a reason because they possess the proprietary rights over whatever the thing might be. Our Hombu has done this before, but the infraction was so severe per the governing body, that to them, it had to be done!! Welcome to the world of MA politics. We don't have to like it and we don't have to agree with it, but, it's not our place in the first place.

It can be quite rewarding, even though, I've not had the opportunity myself. Yet, what Heidi and Danielle speak towards are quite fruitful; I'd listen to their advise closely. The biggest thing, I can imagine is "being" the instructor over your own kids. Having said that, there are many well known MA Masters that have their kids as assistants; high ranking assistants. Kanazawa, Gibu, Joo Bang Lee, and Nakamura, and the list goes on. I suppose it's a mindset between the two that have to be cultivated over the years.

Pay with them...therefore...let them play. Kids this age learn by playing. Playing things that deal with MA drills. There are many companies that sell MA themed drills for that age group; seek them out for advise. Tumbling, jumping, etc...just engage them and keep them challenged!!

First of all, welcome to KF; glad that you're here!! With the four listed, I'd say, flip a coin, all have there merits. Visit the dojo's more than one time and several classes, and then speak with each CI. Good luck in your search!!

Is this the one with brackets that you show on FB?? If so, cool. If not, sorry!! Seems to me that the season's going quite well. Keep rolling!!