Master Forrest G. Blair

New Fall 2010 Classes

New Fall 2010 Classes

For those keeping track, we have a couple of new fall classes starting up in the next few weeks. First up is the FREE Community Self Defense class for adults. I actually have two 4-week sessions planned for the fall. The first begins tonight, September 21st, and the second will begin on October 26th. After that, we’ll be taking a break from self... 

September 21, 2010 | Continue reading »

Speed (Part 1): The Physical Element

Speed (Part 1): The Physical Element

How does one improve his speed in the martial arts? In order to define today’s subject we will examine speed as it applies to striking. For this illustration, we must first start by looking at the components that comprise speed. Many martial arts practitioners attempt to improve their speed by trying to move the hand or foot faster as they move... 

September 21, 2010 | Continue reading »

The Lost Secrets of Tae Kwon Do Kicking

The Lost Secrets of Tae Kwon Do Kicking

On Saturday, September 11th, I’ll be hosting the first of (hopefully) many seminars at Moo Duk Kwan Martial Arts. The topic of the seminar will be “The Lost Secrets of Tae Kwon Do Kicking.” Why? The modern art of Tae Kwon Do is a sport known for its kicking versatility. Tae Kwon Do kicking, in its original form, has crushing and devastating... 

September 1, 2010 | Continue reading »