Cracking the Black - Don Maurer

Cracking the Black - Don Maurer

We have some great news to share from last weekend. Don Maurer was awarded his Black Belt in Mantis Boxing by my hand on December 3, 2016. Don was one of our first students when we started this school. He has spent the past...

Increase Your Martial Arts Learning Potential

Increase Your Martial Arts Learning Potential

"I don't like this move."
"This technique isn't for me."

These are examples of things I hear from students from time to time. Usually they are unaware I am listening, and I like to keep it that way so they feel free to express themselves in the process of learning. I myself have said similar things in the past while going through the process.
 

Speed Kills

Speed Kills

Whether you are Boxing, rolling in Jiu Jitsu, or Wrestling on the mats, speed is a factor that can destroy, or enhance your training depending on how you use it. Here's a quick rundown on the benefits of controlling speed to enhance your training.

Cracking the Black - Holly Cyr

Cracking the Black - Holly Cyr

Saturday was a very special day. Holly Cyr received her Black Belt in Mantis Boxing  (Tángláng quán 螳螂拳) on Saturday, January 2, 2016. The first Black Belt awarded by my hand. Holly has spent the past seven, almost eight years dedicated and committed to