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There are three kinds of cane fighting that I know of; and they are very different. Tai Ji Chuan Bataireacht, Irish Stick Fighting Bartitsu – The Gentleman’s Art of Self Defense I'm not an expert, but I remember Irish traveler families on Anglesey always carrying their shillelagh.

Availability is a key factor all over the world. Blitzsport are a value UK supplier, we use them for cheap kumite Gis, I'm yet to try Ninecircles, theirs look good and traditional. I might go for their 14oz Gi next. Price should be balanced with quality. At the end of the day; it's what is in the Gi that matters.

Traditionally it's Rice straw rope. I use rigging hemp.

I know of schools that have a trend or fashion when expressing the kiai. They copy each other or the instructor. Some just say "Ay" I have even heard a Welsh sounding "Tei-Ho" on kiai at a local Shotokan club. I can't judge, but mine is a scream, a loud one, it changes each time; as I said, the second Kiai in Pinan Yondan is my favorite; I'm ripping someone's scalp and kneeing them under the chin before finishing with an elbow strike as I turn! I'm hardly going to say a perfect "Tei-Ho" as I do it!

Kiai? I don't know if I do it right, but I know it works for me to use it. My sensei doesn't tell you when to kiai in Kihon or Kumite, it must happen at the focus of your technique; naturally with your Karatedo. It's the same feeling as when a Kyudo archer feels he can release the arrow. Here is a level of application that has some truth in my view but seems to give a Kiai a supernatural effect. Is there substance to this? I've never seen this effect. Thoughts?

Focus on your opponent's chest; be committed, follow each combination through, make him block, keep punching, close down the space, step back at your peril, keep going forward, relax, breath, don't get into a rhythm, use real techniques from your kihon and kata, never use single techniques, follow up and stand your ground, don't chase him, if he steps into your space - nail him.

I have a lot on my plate at the moment, I need to support my family. My Sensei suggested at my pre-grade tonight that he might offer me a progressive grading for my next grade. That is I do my Kihon and Kata for part of my grade; then do my Kumite and Pad Work separetly afterwards and then be given my belt and grade after this assessment. Apparently the CMA in the UK do it in special circumstances. Has anyone else heard of a club doing this?

"Kiai" means "Unity of Spirit" when your body and spirit are one with your Karatedo. When I Kiai, I scream with effort and focus. I did Pinan Yondan once; my wife was sat in the Dojo, at the second Kiai point; the hiza geri, empi, shuto uchi sequence, my Kiai was so Blood Curdling my wife burst into tears. I didn't mean to upset her, but this showed that my Kiai was correct.

Hidari Jui Dachi, Migi Chudan Mae Geri, Jodan Mae Geri. Hidari Jui Dachi, Migi Chudan Mae Geri, Hidari Chudan Mae Geri. or; Left Free Fighting Stance, Right Middle Front Kick, High Front Kick. Left Free Fighting Stance, Right Middle Front Lick, Left Middle Front Kick.

I'm a 3rd Kyu and my wife is an 8th Kyu in Shukokai Karate with Dragon Martial Arts.

Well Done, well deserved indeed!

By the letter of the Law in the UK you can use reasonable force to prevent injury to yourself or other persons if the threat of aggression is deemed to be significant. So, you can hit first! You can also use reasonable force to prevent loss or damage to your property. These rules are not gray areas. Usually what is judged to be unreasonable force is determined by the judgment of a jury. As my Sensei says; "It is better to be tried by 12 than carried by 6."

Yup, one mean Shiko dachi, I think I'll copy that for my next grading.

Simple; Do unto others then run away! Also; If all else fails, kick it hard!

I study Nunchaku and Sai; I was taught both from a Shorin Ryu Kobudo Sensei a few years ago; I still practice with them. I train my Pinan Kata with the Sai and I have specific forms that I was taught for both weapons. My father was a knife fighter; he trained with tanto in Malaya in the 50's and 60's. i sometimes use his knife drills.

Hello and welcome! I'm interested in Kobudo Weapons, I have a small collection; unfortunately, not so vintage but I am a keen learner of the Sai and Nunchaku. I have no real interest in blades; but I have a couple of modern Tanto and a 1920's Kukri. I look forward to reading your posts, I'm glad you've joined the forum; enjoy.

Thank you for sharing Danielle, after watching those it is very apparent to me why they call Tae Kwon Do "Long Hand Boxing." Here is another example of good Okinawan Karate; just for fun; http://youtu.be/HMaUP4vr248 That was Goju Ryu, a Nahate based style, it's traditional and a good example I think.

Tai Ji Quan or Applied Wu shu. Only if I could find some!

Please be aware that Master Ken charges £45 a seminar, it's fun, there are plenty of laughs; but be aware that the focus of his humor is you. Lol

Hello and Welcome! I never get tired of saying it; Goju Ryu is a premier style! I look forward to your posts!

This is an interesting discussion, the term "Karate" is a massive umbrella for many diverse arts. The lay person might call them all "Karate" but just look at how different modern Okinawan Karate and Korean Tea Kwon Do looks; http://youtu.be/dSzZVnkdB7I I might have picked poor examples; but as you can see they may both be called "Karate", but they are worlds apart.

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"Pen" as in biro, "blw" as in blue, "y" as in in "dd" as the, "Hap" as in cap "us" as in Osu! It's an old system of language; they speak it all over the world! Some of the best Welsh is spoken in South America and they have no English.

Be careful with training under prescribed drugs; while the pain is dulled, you can do further damage. A good test is to hold the plank position for 20 seconds; only train if it feels comfortable.

Good Luck and Good Training wearing your Gi; always remember it's what's in it that matters