Phenomenal Houston Modern Arnis Camp
What can I say about last week’s Houston Modern Arnis Camp? I had a phenomenal time training and teaching. The last time I went to Houston was pre-COVID-19. In addition, I missed last year’s camp since it took place three weeks after my right hip…
A Great Michigan Camp
This weekend, I attended the Annual Michigan Modern Arnis Camp in Southgate (outside of Detroit). I had a phenomenal time reconnecting with old friends and making new ones, and of course, the training was phenomenal. I went into this camp wondering how my hip would…
Martial Arts Training Seasons
Do you vary your martial arts training seasons? For instance, summer and fall have tended to be the “camp and seminar” seasons. You pick up what you learn at these sessions and integrate it into your repertoire. “Oh! That’s a fantastic technique! Let’s work on…
10 Tips for Surviving a Martial Arts Camp
Having been to over 50 martial arts camps (the vast majority are Modern Arnis camps) in the past couple of decades, I’ve learned ways to survive a martial arts camp and have fun! For newbies, a weekend-long martial arts camp can seem daunting. How do…
2010 Michigan Modern Arnis Camp
This year’s Michigan Modern Arnis camp was held from June 24th through the 27th. We had a fantastic turnout, with around 45 participants and 15 first-time camp attendees. Master Chuck Gauss, Master Ken Smith, Master Brian Zawilinski, Master Roland Rivera, and Master Earl Tullis took…