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While they both might seem similar, imho, they're worlds apart. Hence, that's why they're not being called Shotokankyokushinkai/Kyokushinkaishotokan.

A good sensei doesn't examine from time to time. His job is to constantly correct and advise. The shiai-Jo and the dojo are distinctly different places. K. True, however, I was speaking about the MAist in general and not the Sensei/Instructor having to examine from time to time.

Whoa...those that I would still want to train with, well, ANYONE!! I'm not selective when it comes to exchanges and the like because I believe that MAists have something to offer no matter rank.

Did you choose said MA OR Did said MA choose you??

Ditto!!

Yes, RIP, very sad story; thanks for sharing it. I sincerely believe that any weight loss should be under the guidance of a doctor because, if one's not careful, something very serious might hapen.

I wholeheartedly concur with Brian!! Very rewarding to hear that you've returned. Felt great, huh? And yes, welcome back to KF as well!!

How should a Kata be performed? To the very best of their abilities. Their best will need to be examined from time to time. Imho!!

Make the instructor in question be accountable for their inappropriate actions. If you're under a contract, and you're wanting to void said contract, get with your lawyer to seek a possible breach of contract on the Sensei's actions. Accountability!!

Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!!

To excel at the MA, one must not be injured, so, heal first, then train. Otherwise, permanent set backs will rule the day. Good luck, and hang in there!!

Time heals all wounds...welcome back to the floor!!

Solid post!! Kata should vary because true situations vary across the board.

Great article...solid across the board!! Thanks for sharing it.

As always, Alex make it points valid and quite thoughtful...SOLID article!! Thanks for sharing it!!

How'd I miss this before? Sorry! What a great article Danielle...SOLID across the board. Thank you for sharing it!!

In your opinion... What's more important... Proper Execution OR Effectiveness?? Can one survive without the other?!?!?!?! I can look good while executing any said technique(s), but that doesn't mean that my technique(s) are effective. As always, I look forward to your thoughts.

Practically doesn't mean none; therefore, Aikido does have kicks/strikes, just enough to be effective in set-ups and the like. It's possible that Segal has done some extensive cross training with other styles of the MA, and in that, it's possible he's learnt other things while being in Law Enforcement.

Congrats...feels great, huh??

Sorry to hear about your knee. As with most everything, TIME will tell. If an injury isn't rushed and allowed to follow the natural course of healing and the like. A long time is relevent, and in that, to rush it will mean that you'll never be able to progress positively. Rank can wait because it's just not that important. Knowledge and the like will progress if you're proactive about it!! Take care, take time to heal properly, and listen to your DOCTOR and not your Sensei, unless your Sensei is also your Doctor.

Congrats!! Feels great, huh?

Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!!

Welcome to KF!!!!!!!!!

Solid post, and I concur wholeheartedly!!

The Bo is the Kobudo weapon that every Gokyu student in Shindokan begins with; Gokyu is when Kobudo training begins!! It's a great weapon, and I believe that you'll enjoy it as well!!