Training intensive: Complete
So the two week training intensive is at an end. I would highly recommend doing next year's intensive to anyone looking to give their karate a turbo boost. I would…
The home stretch
We are getting to the end of the second week of the intensive and it continues to challenge and push me. So what is different about the intensive compared to regular…
More towels please
The last couple of training days have featured a lot of leg work. Concentrating more on using the legs and body than just using the arms. I am fairly guilty…
Accommodating Injury
I am not unfamiliar with having injuries, nothing too serious though; the worst I have had my entire life is a broken finger and a badly sprained ankle. I do…
One week down, one to go
As the fifth day of the training intensive is over and it is the end of the first week, it is time to reflect on what I have achieved and…
Speed and Bo training
Day 3 was another productive experience for me. The morning class was another warm one and Sensei Martin took us through some intense speed training. We went through most of…