But what of those that arnt frauds or fakes that have branched off or started teaching there own style or at least a combination of the styles theyve learnt.
I'm in this situation right now and can say that I am very impressed with this particular style of teaching and the flexibility that it allows me. My instructor has earned black belts in two styles of kenpo and has blended them together to make one particular style. However, he continually pushes us to adapt the techniques to what ever flows best for the individual. Once you learn a particular technique the way he wants it done he'll say, "OK, start the move and then just let it flow." If it works on the street then it's the kind of stuff we like to see. I didn't start MA for the old style traditions, although I enjoy the history and the spritual side of them. I began MA for defense of myself and my family. There are no grand claims to being the 624th great grand swami or no touch death touch moves. Just, this base has worked for a couple thousand years so let's start there and see what we can add to it to make it work better for you.
I agree that there is a place for the VERY traditional as well as the more flexible. That's what I like about this forum. Seems to be a place for everyone, even rookies like me.
respecfully,
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