Having my own real Dojo instead of rented basements or halls to teach was a way to become a full time professional martial artist.  This was important so all became real both for me and my students.  A way of life 27/7 became a reality, not just a hobby or career.  I had already been...

As life continued and I moved to Vancouver and started a family, my Judo studies slowed down but didn't stop.  Vancouver being closer to Japan lent itself to some very good Dojos.  A few years out their and starting to work for the RCMP I transferred home to Port Perry and set up a...

Scince I own and opperate both the Hiryu Bushido Kai Martial Arts Center and the Kawartha Traditional Archery Center, I thought it appropriate to maintain both areas of interest on this location.  Have a look at both if you are interested.  Please enter comments in the "Guestbook" area or...

There are many benefits of studying traditional or classical martial arts that are not part of the "contemporary" approach.  This is unfortunate as, as time goes by the very elements of the "real" martial arts that have centuries of history are watered down to the point that there is little...

  Here are TEN things to stop doing when shooting instinctive. Do not shoot groups.  It is best to change targets at ramdom to create a "natural" ability to place your bow hand at the exact spot to launch the arrow. Do not second guess your bow arm. Do not snap shoot or release the...

While continuing to train I found a hunger for more than just learning techniques or the desire to excell. There seemed to be something lacking that the real masters knew but only revealed itself to those who found the "key". This was my thurst but without ego as my controller. Once again I went to...

At nine years old, while looking for something to do on a rainy day at a relative's cottage, I found an article on becoming a black belt in judo.  I read it several times, which amazed my mother because I refused to read anything even in school.  I looked at pictures and gathered...