While self-defense lies at the core teachings at Gendai Martial Arts and within our primary art and its curriculum, Gendai Goshin Jitsu and Kobu Jitsu, it is imperative that each student be informed of their legal responsibilities.  In order to make an informed decision, read the sections that follow only as a first step.  Contact your local officials and investigate the specific requirements of the state in which you live.  Furthermore, you may be well advised to research the findings of courts for various self-defense cases.  (continue reading…)

Whether dealing with movement, throws, strikes, etc., one must understand ‘kinetic energy linkage’ (KEL).  Learning to utilize your entire body efficiently is the goal of most if not all martial arts training. (continue reading…)