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Punch out the letters of the alphabet, or even your own name. This way, you have a regular pattern to strike to, which can change concurently with each new letter, thus you can strike in an ordered sequence which varies over the course of the series and doesnt look like some random YMCA dance. Also with the letters, dont just punch out the way to spell them, use your hooks, ridges and reverse punches to style them out. Style will depend on the punch. For letters like "G" imagine a big letter G is standing sideways whilst in front of you, and let your punch either go over the G to make an over hand, or under to make an uppercut. The possibilites are limitless. The letter B could be an inverted Yama-zuki (if read from the right to left) E could be a Gedan-Chudan-Jodan Tsuki combination. And theres more which you can come up with. This may sound silly to you at first, but if you find a way to use it, I'm sure you will use it well.

Worst things to say to instructor: (While Stretching) Eh, just because you've had your kids...... (While Running round the training area) ...I like how you just stand in the middle...... (While Sparring) Look, I only came here to tell you I'm your son! (When grappling) Bloody hell, someone need's Right Guard! (When in 69/North-South BJJ position) You just farted in my fez aw! aw! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im sure at some point or another, as someone has said, we have all wanted to punch our instructors, to test their "real deal" reflexes. And I know none of you do, but it's not cool to be harsh on kids with special needs. I see them all the time being made fun of and it's really sad that many of them don't even comprehend the malice shown towards them. They just smile, bless them. They're just kids. I'd be thankful if a kid with learning difficulties was at my dojo, I would even train him if I could. Because it's a lot better than the isolation they are forced to feel because of the lack of facilities their to cater for them. I read a really sad story about one mother whose child (has autism) would look through the hole in his garden fence and clap his hands with joy watching other children playing, because in some way he felt a part of it. Eventually his mum put an add in the paper to pay local kids to play with her son. The upside to this touching story is that the kids showed up for free. I know this is off topic, but I thought it necessary.

HA! Well even so, I'm sure there are some who fit both categories. May wanna....edit the poll.

I have not. But I would love to. In addition to the striking, sweeps, takedowns and throws are also allowed. Clinching in generous amounts also allowed. Also, the emphasis on Sabaki makes for very interesting fights. If you buy Joko Ninomiya's "Sabaki Method" VHS or DVD, you can seen how competition differs from traditional knockdown. Now more factors are placed into combat such as dragging and swining your opponent into your attacks, and moving "over" and "around" their offensive maneuveurs e.g. slapping away a seiken-tsuki and using your rear leg to throw a kick OVER their attacking hand. Fights move very smoothly, and with the allowance of throws, combatants are reluctant to stay in close range to one another.

Thanx for that. Y2_Sub, you always appear on my threads and it's great to have you. And all you you lot as well, you know who you are. Hi-fives all round! I was gonna refer to him as Sensei. I was under the impression however that in order to participate in the Hyakunin Kumite or complete it, you had to be a Shihan. Learning every day.....

Ah, see this is what I was pushing for. Assuming that all offshoots have their own approach to combat, does Shihan Kazumi's dojo emphasise low-kicking? I read he likes to use a simple strategy of punches and lowkicks, but I guess he's up their which Shihan Royama in the category for most poweful Gedan Mawashi Geri. In some highlights, it seems like, rather than blasting his opponent, he times his lowkicks to knock the opponent off balance (e.g. hitting inside thigh when opponent tries to throw kick). Correct me if I am wrong, but are you the same "Feels" who posts on Sherdog? Because you had Shihan Kazumi's portrait as your avatar, so I'm assuming you know a lot about him. In fact that's what started me thinking, because his face literally was everywhere. Please know that I'm not implying or trying to say your a "hugger", just curious as to why Hajime Kazumi is so successful. Is he just known for his kicks, or is there something else. He is often referred to as "the last fortress" of Kyokushin on some sites. I'm just curious if his popularity stems outside of his performance as a fighter.

Not just Karateforums.com, but other forums too. How has posting, or just browsing forums helped or benefitted you as a student of martial arts/person. Personally, Karateforums and other forums offer a large bank of knowledge in it's posters who offer an insight not found in generic textbooks. As has been said so many times the difference within styles is as great as between them and thus the variation between posters is exceptional. I enjoy reading posts and responses to mine own, especially because all the posters here on Karateforums are very polite. You know who you are. Now is a good time to thank the mods for doing a good job, so thank you all. I also like the user-submitted tactics when it comes to different ways to approach Kihon, Kata and Kumite. I myself do not have a solid Japanese MA background, but prefer to use Japanese terms in that they seem to be understood by everyone. The great thing about forums is that for me, it helps maintain my enthusiasm in my study for martial arts. This is not to say I get bored easily, because martial arts is my biggest passion in life (say what you will, lol). Different posters have different experiences which set me thinking in ways I would never have predicted, which helps when you return to your respective dojo/dojang/kwoon/hall. Just when I think I have found out every way to execute a technique using different variations, some other poster will say something else. Fantastic, it means the fun really never stops, and goes on and on. Forums are also good for other subjects, like to help kids with homework too. I think whoever said spending time (excluding TOO much time) on forums maybe had the wrong idea. Anyway, the purpose of this thread is to see why you choose to post/browse and how the use of forums has helped you. It doesnt matter if you just post for a lunchtim break, or if you want advice on equipment. All answers welcome. Thanx.

How many of you think that Judo is a style unto itself, or another style of Ju-Jitsu? I read this concept on another web page and it got me thinking. Is Judo a style of Ju-Jitsu, or an art on its own.

Can anyone tell me about a Karateka called Hajime Kazumi? His name pops up all over the place regarding famous Kyokushin Karateka, but I can't find out what makes him so popular. I know he has done the Hyakunin Kumite and has a "Special Training" DVD out, but other than that, I don't know anything about him. What makes him so special? Literally, his face is not only plastered across many websites, but some forums members even have his portrait as their avatar. Is he a high-profile celebrity too? Thanx.

So you have other students next to you? Does that take away from your freedom of movement (e.g. circling opponent, so you only fight forwards and backwards)? Also do you spar full power. I understand if certain techniques like Head Kicks are pulled.

When you spar, does everyone spar, or does just two karateka stand in the center of the dojo, whilst everyone watches them. 30 mins with increasing intensity sounds good. Helps you get used to it.

Afternoon. As some of you may have heard, Hanshi Steve Arneil is in the UK and teaching Kyokushin and I plan on attending his lessons. If possible, can anyone give me a rundown of a typical Kyokushin training regimen that students participate in once entering the Dojo. I understand this might vary within schools, but since this is Hanshi Arneil (who was very close to Sosai Oyama) I was wondering if his regime may be similar to the founder. I understand their will be a lot of sparring. What about pad work, or heavy bag rounds? What's a typical Kyokushin workout routine. Thanx.

You said you thought Hapkido on used legs in strike mode. I thought I would say otherwise my friend

In WTF, a punch can only score if is produced "shuddering impact" to which an opponent is vigourously thrown back. Some schools despite teaching punches, never elaborate on how to produce shuddering force and so their students never uses punches. Judges rarely score punches, which is unfair. In some Hapkido schools, the students where hogu's and helmets. Kicks are allowed to the head, body and legs. The same goes for knee strikes. Punches are only allowed to the body. Sweeps, throws and takedowns are also allowed. Other schools just let the students wear gloves and shin/instep protectors, and punches are allowed to the face. Grappling on the ground is also allowed in addition to the above. Such sparring looks similar to what you see at JJIF competitions.

Well, I dont know much about Karate's grappling methods, but yeah, aside from the Kata, the grappling could have been taken from others arts or even the more advanced Kihon practiced by higher belts. I cannot be sure as I have no Karate background. I posted a highligh on Shotokan and Kyokushin on these forums, you can see a guy perform a flying body scissors. I haven't seen these type of moves performed in the the kata I have seen, but I have not seen it all, so I could be wrong.

Yes, I do that also Goju_boi. But Kyokushin Instructionals are in short supply in Britain, and I only have a few. Of course their are loads online, but no-one seems to review them, so I'm a bit apprehensive to buy them.

Okay, I have been looking over pictures, and it seems that Mawashi-Tsuki is what is commonly called an Overhand Punch, where the punch is thrown in line between opponents, but rises up and then down into the collarbone or torso. However, some schools adress the Hook and Roundhouse punch as the same, only that hooks are thrown at closer range. Other schools use the term interchangeably. Some schools called the Roundhouse punch Furi Tsuki/Uchi, others Mawashi Tsuki.

SenseiMike is 100% right. Much of what students study within the dojo are unknown to those who do not study with them in the same dojo. One poster on these forums mentioned "Roe Pah", the splitting of tributaries from the main river. There are as many differences WITHIN the an art form as well as BETWEEN other arts too. I think SenseiMike was referring to his use of grappling which is extracted directly from the Kata, in addition to other techniques. Not that I wish to speak for SenseiMike, but that is truly amazing. It's the first time I ever heard of something like this. I wonder if this is what many refer to as "Reverse-Engineering".

Really? I thought the rule was that having sex lowered sexual tension, which is also another cause of aggression which is one thing a boxer needs. Tips on how to increase adrenaline. Tough. Since the secretion of catecholamines like adrenaline (Epinephrine to some) is an automated response, I think the only real way is to "hype yourself up". This might work, if will most likely vary for some people. It's much easier if you feel a genuine sense of anticipation and excitement and if those combine feelings outweigh that of fear or nervousness.

Nothing works better in a situation where you do NOT want to hit someone that using Non-Sequitur responses. If a woman tries to his you, tell her you love her, or say, with tears in your eyes: "Don't you remember me?! I'M YOUR SON!!!!" OR: "MOMMY PLEASE STOP, I LOVE YOU!!"

Yes. The Website was Brazilian. Thanx for the props guys and the membership. Hope I dont lose it... I found a Kyokushin school headed by Hanshi Steve Arneil in Wimbledon. Unfortunately, his classes are during the working week, whilst I am at University. I reckon I can still make it by train though. Kyokushin seems to illustrate both a philosophical and combat doctrine that I always loved about martial arts, so even though I cannot study it at the moment, I'm so curious that I read and watch as much of it as I can. I hope I can make the classes. It should be fun!

Yes, I would like to know that too. As a non-drinker out of choice, I have often found that many other non-drinkers including myself are made to feel as if they are spoiling the atmosphere. In my opinion, the atmosphere is already spoiled when your friends are reduced to dithering drunkards, who are so off their face that everything in life is funny (except when they puke on themselves and ask their parents for a lift home). Drinking is fine, how much is too much really depends on the persons constitution. Only when you get to the point where you could hurt yourself or someone else is it a very serious matter. I know people whose sense of social fun thrives on the presence of alcohol and their intention is to get totally drunk first. I can understand why if one person does not partake in the ritual, it may spoil fun for drinkers. This is probaly why it's better to compromise on outings with your mates. With regards to martial arts, it's probably best to consult a sport's therapist or dietician/nutritionist. When ethanol (alcoholic part of the beverage) is consumed, some brain cells are killed, and some parts of the liver are destroyed (actually they hepatocytes shape changes, so metabolism and blood flow are less efficient). This occurs with each drink, albeit on a rather minute scale. However, if you are particular in keep your body away from any internal damage, it may be better to stay away from alcohol. Aside from what I have mentioned (which is just an apparent statement), there do not seem to be many life-long advantages. The breakdown of acetate groups away from other compounds synthesised in the liver also promote the release and deposition of fatty acids, which are deposited locally (causing the presence of a beer gut, depending on how much you drink). I chose not to drink purely because from what I saw, the costs far outweighed the benefits. However, what you do is up to you. I'm sure there are other people who can highlight the advantages of alcohol over other drinks, but I cannot seem to find many, except from what I previously posted. And that was only an apparent reading again. In conclusion, if your training to be a great fighter, it may be best to stay away from the booze entirely. It will help you maintain weight, and keep your intestines free of any toxins. Alcohol however, has been shown to help cut water weight by dehydradtion, as Frank Trigg has stated. In effect, it maybe depends upon the ratio in which you choose when and when not to drink. Personally, I would stay away from it. But that doesnt mean everyone else has to. Here's an intersting article: http://nootropics.com/smartdrinks/ Just one glass a week though. As the article states, drunkness negates the positive effects. http://nutrition.tufts.edu/magazine/2003fall/alcohol2.html Another article, which details some of the disadvantages.

Perhaps the Sabaki method, or something similar is better in that after parrying a strike, you are in a position to attack whilst in your opponents blind spot.

Many HKD schools, as said above, now incorporate more open sparring in their training, such as that you would see in JJIF. In these competitions, Muay Thai style kicks are incorporated by many practitioners, so you may get the best of both worlds.

Many schools incorporate new styles into their own to make a more complete system. Provided nothing has been removed from the Isshinryu syllabus, what your studying is still Isshinryu, plus.