Mountain Academy Martial Arts

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MAMATKD — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:53:21 +0000

I opened the door and fell on the floor Lord I can’t believe I’m 64 I rolled on my back and stared at a spider This isn’t me-I’m still a fighter Lord I can’t believe I’m 64 Help me I’ve fallen and I can’t get up All I wanted was to refill my cup But [...]

How to Choose the Right Martial Arts School

MAMATKD — Sun, 06 May 2012 20:53:46 +0000

Joining a martial arts school is a lot like purchasing a used car: You don’t always know what you are getting until it’s too late. In the marketplace of martial arts, all schools are not created equal. Martial arts teachers generally do not have to answer to a state regulatory commission or a government agency, [...]

Learn to Fight so You Don’t Have to Fight

MAMATKD — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:13:00 +0000

The availability of so many choices in martial arts study – Jujitsu, Kung Fu, Judo, Taekwondo, and Karate to name a few – has made it easy for almost anyone to sign up for classes, and as a result, many have. Each style is slightly different to its approach of teaching, but they all have [...]

The Cane

MAMATKD — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:11:16 +0000

In today’s society it is against the law to carry almost any type of object which may be deemed as a weapon. The cane may very well be one of the last “permissible” weapons available which you can carry to defend yourself without violating the law. Fortunately, the cane is easy to learn, versatile and [...]

Tae Kwon Do Isn’t Just for Kids

MAMATKD — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 02:30:41 +0000

While Tae Kwon Do is great for children; learning and improving physical and mental abilities while growing self confidence, Adults can benefit just as much, in fact I think even more. I started Tae Kwon Do when I was in my mid twenties and those people who knew me before that can attest to how [...]

Dominick Blum

MAMATKD — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:51:28 +0000

There is nothing more profound than watching someone being transformed through martial arts. Since my early days in college, I have had a passion for teaching Tae Kwon Do. I strive every day to increase my knowledge and understanding of the martial arts, while continually altering and improving my techniques. My goal is to help [...]

The Perfect Front Stance

MAMATKD — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:31:10 +0000

When I was a white belt, one of the first things I learned was the front stance. I remember it like it was yesterday. Front knee bent. Back leg locked. Hips and shoulders square. I worked very diligently, because I wanted to have the perfect front stance. I figured that since it was taught to [...]