In teaching 1000’s of young people martial arts in the city of Kirkland for the last 20 years, and three years before that in Seattle.  I have come to understand something really important and I would love to illustrate this with the tale of two students. I was over...
First off, let me say that some of my best technical students never compete. Â They just do not want to engage in martial arts on that level. Â During my late twenties and early thirties, I stopped competing because of the needs of my family, only to start to compete...
Based on the feedback I’ve received from students, I can confidently say that our school offers a uniquely supportive and nurturing environment that encourages students to strive for excellence in everything they do. So, what sets a martial arts school apart...
Please check back as I will be posting lots of neat stories about the colorful characters I have met over my 32 years of training in the martial arts...
