The Three Marks
We should not miss this as we train. We should observe this and understand it. This is the insight of the three marks…
Genjo Kata 玄奘 型
We human beings have an urgent need for training. Untrained minds are dangerous. Untrained bodies feel unwell.
Parents and Kids for Millions of Years
…the need to distinguish nourishment from poison is critical.
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Tap the Brakes and Take a Breath
Without physical training our body will not work well. Without mind training, our mind wanders like it’s lost. Always looking for something…
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What We Do
In light of the harmony of nature and the disintegration of culture we need a way to make sense of the world and our role in it. We use our training to do this.
修行 Shugyo v. Continuous Training
Over time, continual training pervades all experience. It becomes natural. Not as an act of will but as a way of life.
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The Fall
You can see all the leaves coming down around the dojo tonight. Each one is on time. They don’t rush. They don’t hesitate. When the time is right, they change color and let go.
Application of Mujo 無常
“Everybody has plans until they get hit for the first time” – Mike Tyson, 1987
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Training In Darkness
Every time we are facing the unknown a flood of information is coming our way.
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Opponent’s Intent in the Seven Samurai
To anticipate the opponent’s intentions and predict gaps in his defense before they appear are part of the lore of budo. How do we train it?
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The Present
By training the mind we recover our ability to be present, clear, and stable. Then we can do what we need to do, without haste or hesitation, distraction or worry.
Strangers on a Train
If you are well trained you will have experience in the decision-making and tactics which give you confidence, skill and presence of mind. You will be able to choose a course of action.
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You Are Your Training
An untrained mind is worse than useless. It is dangerous.
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Controversial Bunkai Videos
I investigated: if we are supposed to use kata to train in self-defense, why was there no relationship between the way we move in kata, in kumite and in yakusoku? Why do even the kihon, as taught, not work in practical application? I began to get the answer…
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Directed Energy
We build on our foundation of a powerful body and real combative skill. We develop a strength of mind that we can deploy anywhere, anytime.