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LOL on that I would agree!

A few things to offer. 1, yes, LEO's get to carry guns, but we don't get to use them for every scenario. no kiddin', LOL 2, after the guy had the suspect locked up, I'm not sure what assistance his partner could have offered that wouldn't have been more of a hinderance to him. And "that's" my point, they were "security guards" (not an L.E. Officers) and didn't have adequate training (IMO).

I find it interesting that it's repeatedly stated that the security officer has "limited" power ? Having worked security, and trained L.E./Security(for many years) a Security officer (in many ways) has greater flexibility in how/what form their response may be to a given situation. At least in Missouri, a security officer (any, private or corporate) can use what ever level of response they feel necessary to control and/or remove an individual from a premises that they have authority in/over. They can (legally) beat you into a blood puddle if they feel “threatened” (enough) to do so. An officer can't, they are restricted by a much greater list of constraints imposed by department policy. At first this sounds “unfair” (though not in my opinion), a police officer is also allowed to carry a firearm (and use it with greater freedom than any “security guard”). I didn't really feel the “blackout” was necessary (he actually “waved” the other officer off when he attempted to cuff the guy), for some reason, he (evidently) felt that he had to have the suspect “out” before he rolled him over (which was where he should have been placed to begin with) to “hand-cuff” him. Though this kid “sloughed” his way through it (and eventually accomplished his goal), his control and submission methods (IMO) were executed “sloppily” and his (non-existent) “back-up” didn't provide any manner of effective assistance.

"What's the secret?" Relaxing...

This is also a variation of RyuTe's (Oyata) "Milking Punch". I've even seen Taika use a hammer to illustrate the motion also. we usually use the suburito to practice/learn the motion. the guy in the video (in all but 1 instance) is emphasizing a downward strike direction, but the 1 time when he does the mid-section strike, he does motion forward (along with the milking action).

Welcome! Where are you studying? I've been studying RyuTe with Taika for the past 30 yrs. (and still learning, LOL).

I think “making the offer” (to attend his class) wasn't necessarily an attempt to “steal” you away from your present system. I have individual's who train in other system's “check out” my classes all the time. The decision to (actually) “quit” one system's study (for another) is an individual's choice. Practicality of a system is determined (ultimately) by the student (not the/an Instructor) by what they are seeking to gain from a system's study. IMO, your responses were perfectly acceptable (ie. “respectful”) and shouldn't cause concern by either individual. The fact that he “noted” your “bruises”, wasn't (necessarily) a sign of being “impressed” or (even of “respect”), he may of merely been offering you an “alternative” to your present path.

I'd have to have the Phonetic pronunciation of his name (hard to tell from the written form). "Katakana" is completely subjective (being a strictly "phonetic" interpretation of foreign words) if the individual is "happy" with how it sounds when the katakana is spoken "aloud", then that's good enough.

the "katakana" is Ka re n Ma ka su I'm "presuming" "Karen Marks" followed by "Shodan" As stated previously, The katakana is backwards (to be read from the "other" side of the belt.

The "kanji" say's "Okinawa Te Budokan"

I prefer to completely avoid the term (“advanced”) when discussing techniques. In the system I teach, all ranks will work on the same techniques (together). The more advanced ranks, will only receive a more “detailed” explanation (and possibly “variations” of the initial technique, but it is still the "same" technique). In general, we prefer that the (newer) student, concentrate on the basic technique motion, “then” work with the variations. We don't consider anything “advanced”, simply “more” knowledgeable about “details” of the technique.

Tuite,(Twee-tay) was originally pronounced (in Okinawan) “Twee-Tee” (yes, just like the cartoon bird, LOL) and is also called “torite”(in Japanese), is commonly taught in (most) Okinawan systems. It is a methodology of joint manipulation, consisting of various joint locks (of the wrist and arm), there are also “leg joint” locks and motions (but are not necessarily considered to be “tuite”). The “word” translates as “Grab-hand”, depending your interpretation of “that”, it can represent your “grabbing” hand, or someone else's “grabbing” hand (and the techniques to deal with those situations). Oyata, was the first (that I knew of) to use the pronunciation “Twee-Tay”, (he was tired of American servicemen “giggling”, when ever he said “Twee Tee”), and choose to use the “Japanese” pronunciation of “Te”(Tay).

What exactly are you wanting to know?

Two very “fine” words, (but a bit “ambiguous/vague”) I think they need to be “defined”, in order to actually have meaning. Either, could be taken “to whatever” extream the user desired.

Rape, is a crime of violence. The perp is seeking to fulfil “that” need. It would be on a strictly “case by case” circumstance as to what level of resistance would be acceptable (for the victim) to resist. I can present cases where the victim “complied” completely, and was “literally” stomped into a blood puddle (because the perp, wasn't “satisfied” with the result). Rape, is a crime of violence, it's intent is to humiliate and belittle the victim (it only falls under “sex” crime because of the “means” of violence). Training can aid, but is not necessarily the “end all” answer. Awareness and avoidance are greater assets.

“With all due respect to our military forces, does a sergeant's stripes mean nothing or is it just a piece of cloth too?” I have to agree with tall geese. because actually, it is “just a piece of cloth” (to designate rank/authority. To a non-officer) unlike a “blackbelts”, which (theoretically) displays knowledge (which is all a belt represents) not ability. A military “rank” can be “stripped” from the individual wearing it. A belt is just a convenient way to display rank to those unfamiliar to the individuals present at the time. The (implied) knowledge should be evident in a short period to any individual present. In my opinion, the belts should be cleaned periodically (they get “Rank” LOL and “Nasty”). If you feel all your “knowledge” will somehow be “lost” from cleaning a belt, I think you have “issues” LOL. The “frayed” look, really comes down to the quality of the belt. I've had several that had the “frayed” look after only a few months, and some that have looked great for 6 or more years. If your really into it, a lot of individuals abuse and repeatedly wash the belt to attain that “worn” look (because it makes them look .....”old & knowledgeable” ? ). I actually rarely wear one, unless doing a seminar or at an association event (and even then, any belt which defines a “rank” ie. “stripes” or such, is rarely displayed).

Although I didn't care for the wording on the answer choices, I voted no, I interpreted the question to be more "Do you need a "formal" dojo/dojang, to study at in order to learn a martial art. Interpreting the question as such, I voted no, Although, an instructor (of at least SOME experience) would be of much higher value than "online" instruction (ie, watching a bunch of videos). Somehow, the “I can figure it all out by myself” attitude, is not one that I can believe/endorse without some form of “hands on” instruction which, when from an experienced instructor, can limit poor/wrong technique practice and offer explanations/corrections to the techniques (and just to answer questions the student will have). If one has some form of previous instruction, then maybe, you could evaluate the effectiveness (or even "usability") of the technique/instruction.

"Do you suggest Judo, or begin his training in yours?" I feel you leave it to them, Present your system, explain the differences (including your thoughts?) and let them decide. The choice is ultimately theirs anyhow. You don't necessarily know "what" the individual is looking for (and neither may they). If “they” don't make the choice initially, then they will most likely become dissatisfied and leave anyhow.

Yes,RyuTe is the system formally known as "Ryukyu Kempo", Dillman began teaching "his" stuff, after attending a few of Oyata's seminars,and "taping" them, which is where ALL the material in his first book came from (and for the most part, doing them wrong) and he began using the name. When that occurred, Oyata was quite upset. Therefor, he changed the name (and copy wrote it) Beyond that, the systems, though similar in some respects, are completely different in content, execution and beliefs.

Naihanchi-Shodan Naihanchi-Nidan Naihanchi-Sandan Passai Kusanku

"However the judge rulled because it was his place of business he should have showed restraint and he had to do 6 months in the county jail. " Why, do I have the feeling that there was a "little more" to this story?, LOL

Please,....this is an OLD myth, long disproven, there is no state in the union which has this in any statute.

“Milking” off another post LOL (Would you help if someone needed it) I noticed most (including myself) prefaced their response with “if I were alone” or “after being sure my family were safe” I began to wonder, How many of you have “discussed”, or “preplanned” for an “unavoidable” encounter with an aggressor w/ loved ones being present? For myself, my wife knows to “take the family” or anyone we're with and “get clear” (and away if necessary) then observe, if practical (for possible discussions w/L.E. Afterward and/or take ME to the hospital if necessary, LOL) The “key” point being an“unavoidable” situation....

"Obviously she's not justified but the guy maybe should have removed himself form the situation, take a walk around the block then come back for your pizza." I don't see it as being "his" responsibility to have to do anything (much less Leave, and come back). SHE was causing the disturbance and HE got Jumped by her BF (and had already been struck by her). I believe if I had been there (alone, as stated by others) after the first shot (when the guy went down, and was obviously not a threat) I would have had to do something (not exactly sure what? LOL) but I can't let someone be “beat” for NO reason (especially, when they obviously can't fight back).

I never said it should "replace" or even "equates" to other forms of practice. I asked if it was used by anyone as a "supplement" to their training. I agree that other forms can physically aid in one's practice more, but when you don't have others to assist and/or the “situation” doesn't allow for it, then this is just an alternative and pursues your “training” in another direction.