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    What A Phenomenal ArnisFest!

    by Brian Johns October 18, 2023

    Wow, what can I say about the 25th ArnisFest, which occurred this past weekend in Mooresville, Indiana? It was a phenomenal event filled with great instruction, training, friendships, and making new friends. In short, I’ve been blessed to have attended two great camps this year….

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    Why I Avoid FMA Discussion Forums

    by Brian Johns October 4, 2023

    In short, too much backstabbing, negative energy, and other bullshit percolating on these forums. I’ve seen some of this behavior in person and online. I became cautious about participating in these forums several years ago and have not participated much. Until recently, I posted on…

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    Friday Recommendation #20

    by Brian Johns September 15, 2023

    Quick background: Sonny Sison produced the well-known FMA documentary “Bladed Hand” several years ago, which was widely acclaimed. He has long been involved in the entertainment industry. As evidenced by the interview below, he has studied various styles of FMAs. The interview touches on topics…

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    Friday Recommendation #18

    by Brian Johns September 1, 2023

    Disarms play a significant role in Filipino Martial Arts (FMA). By mastering disarms, practitioners develop a deep understanding of range, timing, leverage, and body mechanics. Moreover, this skill teaches students the inherent danger of facing an armed attacker, fostering respect for the devastating potential of…

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    Friday Recommendation #16

    by Brian Johns August 18, 2023

    Modern Arnis is well known for its different locks and techniques using sticks and empty hands. Locking is used to break a joint, control another person, or set up a hit. Since applying a joint lock in a live situation is difficult, I think more…

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    Friday Recommendation #15

    by Brian Johns August 11, 2023

    It’s time to return to FMA videos. To this end, I recently found an interesting interview with GM Rodel “Smoking Sticks” Dagooc. He talks about his journey from karate to Filipino Martial Arts. While the interview is not in-depth, it does provide interesting information about…

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    Crappy Hip to Bionic Hip: My FMA Footwork Reboot

    by Brian Johns June 14, 2023

    Introduction While their stick, knife or machete hypnotizes many students, they often overlook the importance of footwork. In this blog post, I will explore the importance of footwork in FMA. Further, I explain how FMA footwork is my main barrier to returning to teaching. In…

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    Toronto Area Machete Attack

    by Brian Johns September 14, 2022

    If you are not able to view this video, click here. This machete attack occurred about a month ago in Brampton, a Toronto suburb. Joti Singh Mann, the victim, is a media personality, and the speculation in the local press is that he was attacked…

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    Change of Direction For My YouTube Channel

    by Brian Johns September 7, 2022

    Before I discuss the change of direction for my YouTube Channel, I should mention that this will be a short post. I’ve been busy lately setting up my fall schedule. I will teach self-defence classes at Durham College for the first time since March 2020….

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    Back From A Long Needed Vacation!

    by Brian Johns August 31, 2022

    A Relaxing Week! This will be a short post as I just returned from my vacation a couple of days ago. If you are not able to view this video, click here. Honestly, I needed the break, and this location is perfect. I read a…

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