🎃 Halloween & Samurai 🎃
Dive into the intriguing parallels and distinctions between Halloween and traditional Japanese martial arts. Explore the roots of both, the…
From the Dojo
Month: October 2023
Dancing with Funakoshi: Delving into the Taikyoku Kata Series & My Sandan Sojourn
Dive deep into the world of karate, exploring its rich history, philosophy, and core techniques. This comprehensive article unravels the…
Unravelling the Mystique: The Kata Ni-Dan Journey
Dive into the intriguing world of Kata Ni-Dan, a kata with an elusive history within the Chito-Ryu tradition. This blog…
Embarking on the Path of Bushido: A Primer to The Way of the Warrior
Delve into the ancient Japanese code of Bushido, exploring its evolution from a martial code to a way of life…
Return to the Roots: A Day with Sensei Walther
In a departure from the usual structure, the 8 Wing Martial Arts Club Dojo hosted a unique freeform practice session…
📖 Re-release: Father of Canadian Jiu Jitsu’s Manual 🥋
The acclaimed manual authored by Shihan Forrester, recognized as the Father of Canadian Jiu Jitsu, has been reprinted. This essential…
Chito-Ryu Karate Kata: A Glimpse into Tradition with Sensei Gary Hollman
Dive into the world of Chito-Ryu Karate with the vintage kata recordings of esteemed Sensei Gary Hollman. Discover the history,…
The Grand Finale: Unraveling the Secrets of Heian Go-Dan in Chito-Ryu Karate
Explore the depth and nuances of Heian Go-Dan, the final kata in the Chito-Ryu Karate Heian series. Dive deep into…
Introducing the New Emblem of Fighting Spirit Martial Arts
Discover the profound symbolism and philosophy behind the new emblem of Fighting Spirit Martial Arts. Dive deep into the elements…
The Fluid Force: Unveiling the Kinetic Kinship Between Punches and Pushes
Dive into the nuanced kinship between punches and pushes in martial arts, exploring the spectrum from the core mechanics to…