Video of the Week 10: Pushing/Tulak
Tulak is a Tagalog word for pushing or shoving. In the video below, I demonstrate the pushing/tulak concept against my student, Troy. Tulak is prevalent in Modern Arnis. This concept involves pushing or shoving an opponent, vital for creating distance or disrupting their balance. Pushing/tulak…
Video of the Week 9: Defending Against The Sweep Stroke
Video of the Week 8: Single Sinawali Pattern
Video of the Week 7: Modern Arnis Block, Check, Counter
“Dun Dun” Comes To Toronto!
Dun dun! Like many people, I enjoy cop shows. Over the years, my favorites have been NYPD Blue, Homicide: Life on the Street, Murdoch Mysteries, and the various Law and Order shows. Imagine my delight when I discovered that a Toronto version of Law and…
Video of the Week 6: Slap Off Structure
Unveiling the Statistics: Violent Crime in Durham Region
Lately, I’ve noticed many articles on home invasions in the Greater Toronto Area. I was wondering if they had increased recently. A gut feeling is one thing. Seeing statistics is another. I decided to see if the Durham Region Police Service had any statistics on…
Video of the Week 5: Modern Arnis Slap-Off/Pull-Off
In this post, the author shares insights on translating Modern Arnis stick techniques to empty hands, exemplified by the slap-off/pull-off drill, emphasizing the importance of center line and footwork. The post outlines a three-step approach to learning this translation and asks for donations to support the website’s expenses.
Mike Tyson Vs Jake Paul
As many have heard, 57-year-old Mike Tyson will fight 27-year-old YouTube celebrity Jake Paul on Friday, November 15th on Netflix. For me, this will be a story of youth vs experience. Both being born showmen, this fight is getting a lot of hype and speculation…
Video of the Week 4: Using the Center Line
Awareness of and mastering the center line is crucial for any martial artist. Quick aside: This is the last video available to the public. Starting next week, only subscribers can access these videos after this initial period. As such, if you want to view future…
