MonkeyNinja

Dear MonkeyGirl, Yes, it is true, that Capoeira was hidden as a dance but once, the ban was lifted, problems started. At least to my understanding. It was kind-a like a turf war or the way the old Chinese schools used to fight to prove who was better. I guess this is where the weapons came in. Now I could be totally off on this. But from the bits and pieces of history that I have found, it seemed to be this way. And before I forget CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!! on your promotion to Black Belt. Short people rule?? Mmmm... Great to hug (especially if their cute), but a pain in postitier end to fight and point sparr with!! Live free, Die Well MonkeyNinja

Maybe I see the subject of someone calling themselves as master, demeaning. I don't call my instructor 4th dan. , master. Nor do or will I ever wish my students to call me as such. Even, if, by chance I do make it to such a level. Personally, I think that such titles here in America feeds the ever growing ego of too many non-humble martial artists. Just my opinion. MonkeyNinja

Does anyone what kind of weapons in capoeira? And are there any videos or books that might covers such topics??? Any info, would be helpful!!! MonkeyNinja

Blade 1 was totally awesome! Blade 2 was not so good. The story line wasn't too good. The special effects was good. But overall I wasn't too impressed. Blade3???? Just as long as they do more of the martial arts coreography, and less computer graphics. Did you hear that Terminator 3 is supposed to be coming out in December or January? It is supposed to be in the timeline of after "Sarah" died. Should be interesting. Or I would hope it is. MonkeyNinja

After years and years of studying various arts: Muay Thai, Shaolin Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Monkey Kung Fu, Ninjitsu, Aikido, the list goes on. But for fun, I decided to take up a newer and the seemingly exotic art of capeoira. The physical conditioning, the balancing, and the timing drills are NOTHING like I have ever experienced before. And I couldn't be happier!!! Now if I could find others to "dance" with in Brownsville...... MonkeyNinja

I would have to agree with G95 Champ. I really can't afford to lose my job, because I was stuck in jail. And all because some idiot decided he wanted to whoop my butt. But then again it would depend on the situation. And how badly he/she got hurt, and where the incident happened. MonkeyNinja

Dear MonkeyGirl, Hey kiddo! I have ran across that defense system on a Bodyguard website. I guess the head honcho who teaches the class and has the the bodyguard/security business uses that system for all of his students and business associates. Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't that a Korean Style or similiar? MonkeyNinja

I couldn't agree more!!!!! As an instructor of both Ninjitsu and Tai Chi Chuan I see a big differnce bteween the two. But yet they seem to flow buetifully with each other. I recieved my rank in Ninjitsu first, but after that happened, I wished to feel and know more about the enternal aspects of martial arts. So I took up Tai Chi. And I have found that once hard strikes are longer the absolute. Using chi energy, in the strike (when nessecary) has proven just as effective. My suggestion is find instructors in both styles and learn for yourself. Your findings maybe different then mine. BUT, that is you grow as a martial artist. MonkeyNinja

HELP!!!!! I'm moving to Brownsville, Tx. in early October, and I have been all over the internet looking for Security jobs or a job in the Department of Corrections. But to little to no avail. Most sites state "no jobs found" or "not listed". Are these kinds of jobs just a real pain in the butt to find on the i.n. or do I have to literally hit the pavement to find such jobs. Sure I can get a job in resturants in a heartbeat, especially with 16yrs of food service experience, but I want a new career. I NEED a new career! I am so burned out on cooking. Coming home everyday, smelling so bad that I'm afraid to talk to anyone for fear that my food,oil, and?? drenched clothes will scare them away,hehe. If ANYONE out there knows who I can talk to or a website that I can go to. PLEASE,PLEASE e-mail me or reply to this post. I'll take any info. I can get! Thank you!! MonkeyNinja

$300 for testing??? Dang!! In my school there are no fees, for underbelts. Once you get to 1st dan, then it is $55 per test for each dan after that. Plus an additional $55 for other systems tests that is thru the B.D.F.S. say American Freestyle Karate or Shotokan Karate. MonkeyNinja

Dear Johnny G, I have found the best books on pressure points, is George Dillman. He has a couple of books that have really informative and effective techniques. He teaches "Ryukyu Kenpo Karate". James Lacy also some books and videos. I have seen some clips off the internet, that he has done. VERY NICE!!!! I think both of them have a website but you'll have to check it out. I hope this helps. MonkeyNinja

Capoeria is really cool art to learn! What to expect: Lots of stretching. Balancing exercises/ Learning how to move to various beats and rythyms. SORE muscles, especially your shoulders and upper arms. You must be patient. As some of the moves take quite a while to learn. MonkeyNinja

I have had an intrerest in martial arts since I was kid. But When I moved out on my own. I had to learn how to fight. My other choices was to move or to buy a gun. Neither one appealed to me too well MonkeyNinja

Early this morning, I was walking to work to get a bite to eat. Drank too much coffee, so I was wired. Anyways on the way there, I heard fire trucks, and police screaming by a block away. I followed the sound to find several people standing outside a apartment complex. Three young appearing gentlemen was sitting on the curb all in handcuffs, with a strecher being pulled out of an ambulance. The reason? To my understanding (from reports of 3 witnesses), two kids broke into a 5 vehicles. Stole, or attempted to steal several personal items, including cd's, stereos, etc. One vehicle had numerous puncture marks in the trunk. They almost looked like bullet holes. The two kids was caught by the owners of one of the vehicle. A fight insued, one kid only 15, pulled out a screwdriver and attempted to stab one of the the would-be attackers. Needless to say the kid got beat up pretty bad. The other thief fled. The two gentlemen who confronted the thief, was arrested. It is unkown, what happened to the kid(s). The morale of the story: It is ok to be a victim of a crime. It is ok to let someone steal from you. But it is NOT OK to confront an thief/ vandal or defend oneself against an attacker. Now grant it he was only 15, but history has showed us that kids even this young are dangerous. But this whole story has caused me to think about my morales. If I was confronted by a teenager with a weapon, who has intentions of hurting me or stealing from me, would I be able to harm him? Or would I let him do harm to me? MMMmmmmm.... MonkeyNinja

It is so nice to see that I'm not the only one who has witnessed such goofiness from the general public!!!