When you go online, you’ll see ripped men hitting pads, fit women in jiu-jitsu gear throwing people. It all looks...

You probably know that martial arts training can boost confidence. Knowing how to fight, getting fitter and stronger, and making...

If you’re reading this you’re very likely interested in learning how to defend yourself.Let’s clarify three things: Martial arts and...

Most people come to martial arts seeking self-defense, fitness, or confidence. Those benefits are real, but they’re not the heart...

The word ‘community’ is a great marketing buzzword, because we’re in the midst of a loneliness epidemic, and when I...

Introduction As a parent, you’re probably well aware of the mental health issues that are rampant amongst kids nowadays, and...

Preventing Injuries Through Smarter Strength Training Martial arts is more than technique—it requires strength, agility, endurance, and mobility. Without the...

The beauty of doing anything for long enough is that you start to notice different layers, and martial arts is...

We all, as parents, instinctively know that physical activity, as well as other hobbies like singing and playing an instrument,...

Martial Arts can completely revolutionize your life as it forces you to deal with yourself, by finding out who you...

A few students approached me after our Formal Awards Night last year, and said you were affected/ motivated in some...

 have to admit it – I don’t like running. I do however like what running provides in terms of training...

It’s interesting sometimes to stop and think about conversations you have had through the day and reflect on them. I...

It’s funny how you can ‘know’ something for so long, perhaps almost a whole life, but then one day you...

My previous post is a photograph of the Back of a DVD cover I saw at a student/friends house recently....

Last night was our Eltham Martial Arts Academy Formal Awards Night. It was a really great night with a great...

Fighting Yourself One night recently during class sparring time, I had a sudden realisation. No doubt this thought  was not a new one,...

What are you training for ? I like a good “piss take” as much as the next bloke. Even though...

So You Think You’re a Warrior ? Lying on the floor in a pool of my own sweat, forcing myself...

Significance : 2014 Formal Awards Night Speech Welcome to the 2014 Formal Awards Night. Thankyou Anthony for your introduction and...