Becoming Robust, Capable and Relaxed
I'm re-posting a piece from my teacher, Stephen K. Hayes, about the break for martial artists and the power to truly supply a path to enlightenment.
http://stephenkhayes.com/2011/12/15/martial-arts-teaching-for-the-future/
This topic is near and dear to my heart, not only as a martial artist for over 20 years, but as a Mummy and other half.
Just yesterday, I had the pleasure of speaking with a martial arts master that I ran into in the town, and hadn?t seen for many years. It is sure to be an honour to be told about decades and decades of coaching and expansion. This gentleman has been employed by 2 local karate colleges to come teach, as they have noticed an absence of depth in their programs.
I salute their quest for information! And I ask all of our scholars (and community members contemplating coming to train and grow with us) if our To-Shin Do program is complete? Do we have a plan in place to safely teach and cope with expanding your awareness (one of the ninja keys- avoid the difficulty before it starts)? In each belt journey, do we experience strategies to cope with the unexpected- whether outnumbered or out-muscled? Do we train in all planes (upright, on the ground, from behind, while being grabbed, etc.)? In every class, do we stretch our limits safely? Have we got a code to live by- not created and marketed in the last 10 years, but a ?secret? Code passed down for hundreds of years, on which all modern psychology is based? Have we got an authentic meditation system to teach you to tap into your potential OFF THE MAT?
With pride and respect, I say yes. Yes, we have all the above and more. You simply cannot piece a puzzle together without the grander scheme of united principles handed down from initiated teachers.
Using technology handed down from the Himalayas, and taijutsu from the mountains of Japan, we explore our potential in each class, and support growth as a tranquil warrior. This is a journey for community members that are prepared to see probabilities, really learn how to banish difficulties and create a clear trail for success.
Others will imitate personal growth teachings; many will make an effort to add more stuff to their physical training. And we'll smile as we welcome home new members to the original empowerment coaching and thoughtfully guide them to unleash their potential.
Welcome to the journey of becoming strong, able and calm.
I'm re-posting a piece from my teacher, Stephen K. Hayes, about the break for martial artists and the power to truly supply a path to enlightenment.
http://stephenkhayes.com/2011/12/15/martial-arts-teaching-for-the-future/
This topic is near and dear to my heart, not only as a martial artist for over 20 years, but as a Mummy and other half.
Just yesterday, I had the pleasure of speaking with a martial arts master that I ran into in the town, and hadn?t seen for many years. It is sure to be an honour to be told about decades and decades of coaching and expansion. This gentleman has been employed by 2 local karate colleges to come teach, as they have noticed an absence of depth in their programs.
I salute their quest for information! And I ask all of our scholars (and community members contemplating coming to train and grow with us) if our To-Shin Do program is complete? Do we have a plan in place to safely teach and cope with expanding your awareness (one of the ninja keys- avoid the difficulty before it starts)? In each belt journey, do we experience strategies to cope with the unexpected- whether outnumbered or out-muscled? Do we train in all planes (upright, on the ground, from behind, while being grabbed, etc.)? In every class, do we stretch our limits safely? Have we got a code to live by- not created and marketed in the last 10 years, but a ?secret? Code passed down for hundreds of years, on which all modern psychology is based? Have we got an authentic meditation system to teach you to tap into your potential OFF THE MAT?
With pride and respect, I say yes. Yes, we have all the above and more. You simply cannot piece a puzzle together without the grander scheme of united principles handed down from initiated teachers.
Using technology handed down from the Himalayas, and taijutsu from the mountains of Japan, we explore our potential in each class, and support growth as a tranquil warrior. This is a journey for community members that are prepared to see probabilities, really learn how to banish difficulties and create a clear trail for success.
Others will imitate personal growth teachings; many will make an effort to add more stuff to their physical training. And we'll smile as we welcome home new members to the original empowerment coaching and thoughtfully guide them to unleash their potential.
Welcome to the journey of becoming strong, able and calm.
About the Author:
Kriss Hurdle is a 4th degree Black Belt, dojo owner and proud ma of 2 superb kids. She can be found at Newbury Park Martial Arts Center as she guides others to personal growth.
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