I have been thinking about some of my posts on this thread and realized that many of my points were not understood. And it's likely they really...
I agree with this. So, why then would someone who doesn't understand the drills and practices of a Kosho class (not seminar) be given a license...
I could argue that the lazy ones are the students that simply follow along and never think for themselves. It's pretty easy just to do what...
It was fun last night. Really nice to meet each of you who attended. I told Jesse that we really didn't need keys to get into the dojo [IMG] but...
The number pattern is from Hanshi Juchnik. I'm not sure if he numbered it that way or if Mitose told him to have it numbered that way. -John
Carol, Please explain your comment? Thanks. -John
That brings up an interesting point... is Kosho the study of katas and memorization of other information or is it the study of Natural Law and...
[IMG] The way you describe #1 is the way I used to do it. The problem with doing it that way is you will probably be whacked when the attacker...
The handbook might be fine for some schools, but not all. I believe firmly that I would put myself out of business if I required all of that of...
In my school I have a small curriculum of required material for rank promotions. You must not only memorize but also be able to perform to a...
In my town a lot of people don't really want to learn about shiatsu, sword, etc. They would rather get a good workout that makes them sweat and...
I can agree to that. Would seem fair to either hold everyone accountable or no one. For me, I am in favor of a smaller list of required...
Steve Bonk and I (with a few students, too) will be there for sure. -John
Exactly. And I don't think that's a bad thing or anything to be embarrassed about. Kosho has some great practitioners in the ranks. -John
Bujuts, What was it that you did not like about Bruce Juchnik's teaching? Who is your "friend" that used to be under him? -John
Here's a link to a good article about the use of Japanese titles.... http://www.dragon-tsunami.org/Cfa/Pages/CFAGrades.htm
Speaking of titles, here is part of a letter I wrote to a martial arts teacher living in Japan for many years now and his reponse. Mark...
Sensei Marion was a great man who loved Kempo. His spirit remains a part of my dojo and continues to give all who knew and trained with him...
I have found that most martial arts "masters" are too arrogant to admit they have made a mistake. I once told a teacher that I had gotten...
Getting back to manners... I am sitting here and thinking about what we as martial artists put up with. For instance, I know of a several...
Looking forward to meeting you as well, Carol. -John
I'll be there for sure. My wife just added it to the home calendar so nothing should stop me now! And I know that Steve Bonk is going, too....
Hi Jesse, Thank you for such a compliment. It was great to meet you in person and I really enjoyed the ideas we shared. I look forward to...
Hi Tony, First let me say that I don't feel attacked and I am quite comfortable with my integrity. I believe I have always stated that my...
There is a curriculum set forth by Hanshi Juchnik - that has already been stated. Not everyone who studies Kosho follows that curriculum exactly....
To me Kosho has nothing to do with kata, techniques or any kind of curriculum. It is about the study of natural law. What does that mean? Well,...
OK. My apologies then. Perhaps you are interested in understanding more about Kosho. I have to teach but I'll respond to why I made changes to...
Danjo, Two things: 1) I posted my version of #3 combo and you haven't replied. I believe that's because you didn't really care in the first...
Hi Tony, Great post. I do have some comments and questions for you. Let's talk curriculum first. Yes, Hanshi has a set a curriculum but I...
Danjo, I'll start with #3. Slipping the punch and striking into the midsection of the attacker on the right side will most likely have you...
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