Following a recent review and some excellent questions from students, we have clarified the progression structure within KORA. Going forward, both the KORA Weapons System (9am class) and KORA (10am class) will follow three developmental stages: • Beginner• Technician• Senior (equivalent to what many martial arts would refer to as a black belt level) BeyondContinue reading “KORA Grading Plan”
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Historical Context of KORA Edged-Weapons Training
Killick Off Road Arts We differ from many research groups in that everything we teach is based on direct personal transmission. We do not teach interpretations reconstructed from transcripts or historical fragments. That important work of rediscovery is best left to dedicated researchers. The material we carry was never lost; it simply fell out ofContinue reading “Historical Context of KORA Edged-Weapons Training”
The Importance of Intent in Self-Defense Training
The intent behind my KORA classes—and, in truth, all my teaching—is simple and direct:to enable my students to disable their attackers as quickly as possible, ideally within two seconds. That might sound like a bold mission statement, especially when my students only train with me once a week. And yes, it is ambitious. But clarityContinue reading “The Importance of Intent in Self-Defense Training”
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