Blogs on my training journey
I know I have said that I would begin posting more in the fall, and the fall is definitely upon us, but some things have transpired that have interfered with the ability to post, and to train.
Creating an Indomitable Spirit through Kyokushin Karate Read More »
This past year has been a year of transition. There is no comparison to the previous year, and this one has become without a doubt, one of the best in history. Most of this has come from my exposure to Kyokushin Karate at Contact Kicks Dojo, an amazing teacher and philosopher, in my instructor Sensei
The Mats Don’t Lie Read More »
It seems that summer is drawing to a near in this part of the globe. Today is Sep 1 and Autumn is right around the corner. This has been a great summer, and a great year. You know it has been really great for me, because I wasn’t posting much over the summer. It’s hard
The Art of Humility Read More »
Today marked a new step in my journey on the Martial Way. As you know from my blog, training in Kyokushin Karate has been my focal point for this past seven months, under the tutelage of Sensei Steve Fogarasi, at Contact Kicks Dojo. I am also lucky enough to belong to a dojo that also
Introduction Into The Gentle Art Read More »
Friday night class at Contact Kicks Dojo, like many Kyokushin dojos, is usual focused on Kumite. A grueling night in the summer heat, leaving us exhausted, beaten, but very satisfied. Stamina tends to be the deciding factor for many, including myself. Taking Sensei Fogarasi’s words of advice I try to pace myself, knowing what is
Kumite Practice Is Not Only For You Read More »
Let’s see. I have a possible broken toe, smashed knee, bruised thighs and ribs, and can’t open my mouth wide from the knee strike. Ya, that sounds like Friday night at Contact Kicks Dojo Dojo in Toronto, with around 12-18 (I lost count, but I think I went three times with everyone) 2 min rounds of
Kyokushin – Fukutsu no Seishin Read More »