The Humble Dragon Dojo

05/05/2026

Nice!

03/20/2026

RIP Chuck Norris. 🙏
Thank you for your many contributions to the martial arts community!

03/10/2026

People often miss this when it comes to self-defense. Pay close attention to how Iain words his dialog. Dialog and body posture play a big role!

https://iainabernethy.com/ This series of videos covers the basics of some vital aspects of physical self-defence that are frequently overlooked. We look at ...

03/09/2026

Notice how she taps the guard hand to create the distraction. Nicely done!

03/08/2026

Great little video! We cannot preserve something in its stagnant form and expect it to survive! Tradition has its place however, in my opinion, but it shouldn’t hinder us to have an open mind to new ways and approaches for the sake of improvement.
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Taira Masaji sensei, formally of the Jundokan Dojo of Okinawa Goju Ryu is one of the world's foremost authorities on the practical application of kata.Find o...

02/25/2026

Very good article!
The term, there are no first hits in karate is often misunderstood. It’s a lesson of morality, not technique! It means that as karateka we do not seek violence, in other words we should never start the fight. A preemptive strike is completely permissible within the realm of karate tradition!

Many interpret “karate ni sente nashi” to mean we must always wait.
But wait for what?
In real violence, hesitation isn’t principle - it can be consequence.
In my latest article, I explore the difference between aggression and initiative, and why the habits we rehearse in the dojo matter more than we think.
“What Are You Waiting For?”
Link in the comments.
Photo Credit: Artists impression of Choki Motobu