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Kata, Bunkai & Calligraphy
By George Donahue
Should karate kata applications should be practiced outside karate kata exactly as they are performed in the kata, or whether they should be modified to meet variations in the situation.

Enter The Bubishi - Part 1- Introduction & Origins
By Victor Smith and Christopher Caile
It was an obscure martial arts text, but it was the prized possession of many early pioneers of modern karate, something so secret that it was shown only to the most trusted students.

Enter The Bubishi - Part 2- The Text & Its Impact On Okinawa
By Victor Smith and Christopher Caile
The bubishi has over 30 chapters (depending on the edition) that focus on a wide variety of topics, including martial history, fighting strategy, vital point striking, hand positions, essential fighting techniques, and martial code.

Shaolin: the Root of Taijiquan
By Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
The roots of Taijiquaqn are a lot older than most people think.

Making A Fist
By George Donahue
You would be surprised by how many martial artists make the same basic mistake in forming a fist, a mistake that could hurt them more in a fight than their opponent.

Examining Knife Instruction for Civilians
By W.R. Mann
If your knife defense training has been confined to the typical single thrust or slash attack, and ”I will hold it there until you do something” method, Mann’s training will be both eye opening and scary.

The Double Lapel Grab
By Christopher Caile
As an attack it may be scary, but in reality it does little more than ruffle your jacket while you as a defender have lots of options.

Ghosts of the Samurai - A visit to Matsue
By Deborah Klens-Bigman
Japan is a 21st century country, and yet, one does not have to go far to find the ghosts of another Japan—an old graveyard behind a wooden temple, a Shinto shrine surrounded by dark greenery set back from a noisy street.

Makings Of A Hanshi: Charles Martin
By Christopher Caile
In the martial arts business world filled with young, instant masters, this senior Seido Karate student’s life long dedication, accomplishments and spirit stands out in marked contrast.