Keitenrenbu Martial Arts Academy

I cover the four basic blocking patterns that are a staple in all Karate system. They may be delivered differently varying on the system but the intent remains the same.

Making a fist is something that comes naturally to most, however many make some vital mistakes that can cause injury. I hope to help mitigate some of those injuries with this video.

Do you study Karate or any other Martial Arts? Here are a few training ideas you can try at home.

Taikyoku Shodan is the first Kata in most karate systems. It is easy to learn, and on the surface, it only a Kata that you learn to move up to more advanced Kata. Taikyoku Shodan is a wealth of information if you are willing to seek it out. This video shows the basic form; in future videos, we will dive into its treasure trove of principles and applications.

I learned this pattern in the early 90s; its application usage is virtually endless.

In this video, we build on the previous blocking video by adding counterstrike to them.

We just added a calendar to our website to help keep our students up to date on current class schedules.

This is a short description of Naihanchi Shodan Combo 1. Follow up applications with counter applications are to come.

I struggle with hip mobility and flexibility. Here are a few things I do to help improve them.

Here is a new twist to Stretching your Calf that I recently learned.

This is an application for the outside chest block for a two-hand grab that can end in a joint lock throw.

Should someone grab you with intent to hurt you they will most likely follow a punch or restraining technique. This application covers the punching scenario and is a fun one to practice because it requires you to relax so you can feel the intent of your opponent so you can trap and strike back.

This is a short video on how to properly tie you Obi (Belt).

This is a form that I learned while stationed in Bahrain from 2004-2007. While there two of my teachers were Shao-Nian Bates Cao Fengqi. Chang Quan was the second form taught in Wushu Studies. Honestly, I have not practiced it as much as I should. This video shows me practicing the form on July 5, 1019.

Today I will be covering three applications for the Down block that are not commonly covered in traditional schools.

Going over some of the mechanical concepts in this set of movements.

I'll be documenting my journey getting back into Taijiquan.

This is one possible application for the Chinto Movement in Gojushiho Ichi.

Working on getting the front Stance the proper with. Avoiding walking on a tightrope.

This is an excerpt during a class covering Striking Power without pulling your hand back to the hip. To watch the complete video visit patreon.com/keitenrenbu

This is the second combination in the Naihanchi Shodan Kata.

In this video, I cover where your focus should be while performing Parting The Wild Horses Mane.

The positioning and movements of the hands during Taijiquan can give you a pulsating sensation. Similar to the repelling forces of matching polarities of magnets.

In this video, I cover some basic concepts for the short sticks. I'm using the training I got in the Military to set up some basic patterns. Later we will go to more dynamic two and single stick drills.

Here are a few ideas to train your striking by using a wall.