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The Origins of Martial Arts in the UK
The Origins of Martial Arts in the UK The following article offers those students, who are interested in the true history of British Judo and Aikido, a more comprehensive view of the profound effect that Kenshiro Abbe sensei had on British Martial Arts. ESTA are most grateful to Mr Nigel Porter of the “Tokushima Budo [...]
Most Martial Arts Approach Self Defense Backwards – If You Want to Survive, You Must Start Here!
Are you studying the martial arts for self defense, or for some other reason? This may sound strange but, your focus and goal will determine whether a particular style, school, or teacher is right for you! I have been studying the martial arts for over two-thirds of my life. I began by studying Goju-Ryu Karate [...]
The Link between Yoga, Mindfulness, and Weight Loss – Part 2
Some of you may still do this, but remember when most people gave thanks, prayed, or said grace at the table? We can still be thankful to our family members or their company, the cook for his or her skill, to those who brought the food home, and to God, or your concept of a [...]
A Little History On Kung Fu
More on Chinese Kung Fu Kung Fu a generic label used to describe the martial arts that come from China. Chinese kung fu is not only about fighting but about self discipline, self respect, humbleness and patience. What makes the Chinese martial arts unique is the use of meditation as part of their art. Also [...]
Mandarin Immersion Summer Course In China
Study Chinese and experience the unique Chinese culture during Summer holiday. Learn Chinese and practice the language on a daily basis in authentic real life environment. Plus the Real Life Instruction held once a week developed by Allied Gateway is specially designed to enhance your spoken language ability. Transcripts and certificate available. Electives include Chinese [...]
Mandarin Immersion Summer Course In China
Study Chinese and experience the unique Chinese culture during Summer holiday. Learn Chinese and practice the language on a daily basis in authentic real life environment. Plus the Real Life Instruction held once a week developed by Allied Gateway is specially designed to enhance your spoken language ability. Transcripts and certificate available. Electives include Chinese [...]
Mandarin Immersion Summer Course In China
Study Chinese and experience the unique Chinese culture during Summer holiday. Learn Chinese and practice the language on a daily basis in authentic real life environment. Plus the Real Life Instruction held once a week developed by Allied Gateway is specially designed to enhance your spoken language ability. Transcripts and certificate available. Electives include Chinese [...]
Dealing with Type 2 Diabetes? Here’s Good News on a Natural Therapy that May Help!
A Medical News Today report was headlined “Tai Chi Can Help Control Type 2 Diabetes.” It described a study reported in the British Medical Journal suggesting that Tai Chi may improve blood glucose metabolism, cause a fall in blood glucose levels, and initiate a reduction in the inflammatory response. The article states, “The findings of [...]
Dealing with Type 2 Diabetes? Here’s Good News on a Natural Therapy that May Help!
A Medical News Today report was headlined “Tai Chi Can Help Control Type 2 Diabetes.” It described a study reported in the British Medical Journal suggesting that Tai Chi may improve blood glucose metabolism, cause a fall in blood glucose levels, and initiate a reduction in the inflammatory response. The article states, “The findings of [...]
Martial Arts Equipment Training
Martial arts equipment has evolved as the different types of marital arts styles have evolved over the years. The term martial arts comes from the Roman god of war, Mars and literally means the art of war. Methods of training vary between styles as do the theories of the official origins. Most experts agree that [...]
