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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 can't be understood via words. I guess that's much like martial arts - it's really hard to understand what an art is all about by reading someone's...

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 to teach and authority to promote if they don't have this stuff? Why give (charge a $300 fee for, actually) the license and then require them to know...

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 you're told and never question why things are done a certain way. Of course, not everyone is cut out to be a leader. The teacher's job is to teach. If...

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 but he didn't go for it! Take care, John

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 learning how to apply the knowledge gained from that study into one's life? Is Kosho the study of how to beat people up or is the study of how to create...

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 throws another strike. In fact, most of the combos don't work for that simple fact. Seems like someone forgot that the attacker doesn't stand still when you...

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 my students. I have to ask what is really important to teach students and what is something that can wait until a later time. I guess for me it...

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 certain level of proficiency. Students who wish to learn extra things can take private lessons, sign up for in-house seminars or even sometimes just ask...

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 learn some solid self-defense techniques. If I don't give the students what they are wanting they will find it at another school. That doesn't mean...

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 material and let certain studies be optional. -John

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 Groenewold Sensei, ...I have had several teachers and all of them seem to have different ideas and thoughts about Japanese titles. Sensei, Shihan...

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 strength. With respect, John Evans P.S. Sensei Bonk's message seemed to be cut off. Sensei Marion passed away at his home on July 3rd at...

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 complaints about a seminar he taught. The students felt he didn't really teach the subject matter that he said he would. His response was basically that...

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 high-ranking martial artists who are always drunk. At least every time I see them. If these individuals were teachers of a different profession they...

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. Are we going to meet at the hotel for sure? Take care, John

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 training with you over the summer. Since you liked what I showed you then I really want to make sure the credit goes to just a few of the Kosho teachers...

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 comments come from the way Kosho is practiced at my dojo - which is different then other dojos. But I do appreciate you stating that you're not attacking...

There is a curriculum set forth by Hanshi Juchnik - that has already been stated. Not everyone who studies Kosho follows that curriculum exactly. This is probably due to the fact the many of us switched from other arts. I have my own curriculum that includes most of the aspects that Hanshi...

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, that's a huge discussion that I don't have the energy to type out. So why do I practice kata, techniques and other pre-arrange material? To better...

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 the combos later. And also to my thoughts about what Kosho is to me. -John

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 place. 2) The difference between Kosho Shorei Ryu and Kosho Ryu Kempo can be found of the official Sei Kosho Shorei Kai website www.skski.net - which...

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 have not met many Kosho practitioners that actually have all the "requirements" for the ranks. This leads me to believe that the curriculum is not...

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 dealing with their body mass. I would suggest moving around the punch by stepping to angle 5 of the kosho octagon (kind of like moving to 10/11 o'clock)...