March 16, 201511 yr Hello everyone!I have been away from this website since 2007 or so and I've recently returned. I can already see that the community, comeraderie, and passion for martial arts is still as strong as ever. I have received fantastic advice, shared great stories, and benefited from the wisdom of this site's members. I'm glad to be back!So a little about me. I first began training in Jiu-jitsu at about age 5 or so. For a few years it was a great place to be. By 8 I was training in Shotokan and then boxing. In my teens I took a few years and trained further in Jiu-jitsu. After a 10 or so year break I felt the need to return to martial arts and returned to Shotokan. In addition I trained in Ryukyu Kobujutsu. I also have some training in Yawara, and also some training in Iaido.For a few years I lived in the arctic where I taught Shotokan and women's self-defence (in secret), and in turn learned some techniques with the Ulu.After fighting illness for six years I have returned to my training and hope to teach again some day.Edit: Spelling! Arg! .The best victory is when the opponent surrendersof its own accord before there are any actualhostilities...It is best to win without fighting.- Sun-tzu
March 16, 201511 yr Welcome back, Cathal! Its good to see you here, and look forward to your contributions once again! https://www.haysgym.com http://www.sunyis.com/ https://www.aikidoofnorthwestkansas.com
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March 16, 201511 yr Welcome back cathal If you don't mind me asking, what were you in the Arctic for? Must have been fun to train with the ulu. "Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it." ~ Confucius
March 16, 201511 yr Author If you don't mind me asking, what were you in the Arctic for? Must have been fun to train with the ulu.Thank you. My wife finished her BEd and chose to work up north for a few years. When that term is up she gets to pick wherever she works afterward. Sort of like a reward for being in such a remote area. Anyway, I tagged along as many husbands are apt to do.Edit: forgot to talk about the Ulu! lolTraining with the Ulu was to say the least both fascinating and terrifying. The instructor was a very shy older motherly type. She was gentle, quiet, fed everyone until they exploded. That is until she began teaching me Ulu fighting techniques. Thens he turned into a confident, experienced, and occasionally terrifying martial artist. .The best victory is when the opponent surrendersof its own accord before there are any actualhostilities...It is best to win without fighting.- Sun-tzu
March 17, 201511 yr Welcome back; glad that you've returned!!Exciting and interesting few years; thanks for sharing the experience!! I'd love to hear more in more detail, if you're up to it!! **Proof is on the floor!!!
March 17, 201511 yr Welcome back! Martial arts training is 30% classroom training, 70% solo training. https://www.instagram.com/nordic_karate/
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