It's not about you

Warriors protect others, skills are honed for combat, attitude is polarized to defeat fear, and training is bread until the warrior can't get it wrong.

In life there is balance and so there should also be compassion and empathy.

Warriors who have been in true combat come out with the understanding that it's not about them, it's about the safety of others be it team mates, family, country and those who cannot protect themselves.

Coach Marty Martin

Be thankful for the what you have work for what you don’t and be thankful for the life’s lessons you gain by training in the martial arts - Coach Marty Martin

4 Principles of Kenpo Jiu Jitsu

1. Control the Distance

2. Control the Chaos

3. Effective Striking 

4. Survive

Apply these to the situation

Apply these to the decision you make

Apply these to survive 

Student Creed

We all need a code to follow whether it is religious in nature, a set of guidelines for behavior such as the military code of conduct or rules in school a code is the glue which binds members of society into tribes. 

I use a simple student creed to remind students of their primary objectives in class. Here it is...

Student Creed 

I will study

I will practice

I will use

I will improve – ossh!

The intent is makes oneself better. My instructors have their students recite the creed at the end of every matt chat where we explain lessons of life and how they blend our martial skill with every day behavior.

Think before you speak!

When I was younger the phrase was "think before you speak".

Now lets use this logic in self defense especially if you are trying to deescalate the situation before it becomes physical. Think of what the other person is thinking, why are they doing what they are, this is referred to as empathy. Understanding where the other person is coming from can guide you to say the right thing which calms the situation down and prevents escalation of the situation.

Not getting in a fight means everybody walks away...

Think before you speak!

When I was younger the phrase was "think before you speak".

Now lets use this logic in self defense especially if you are trying to deescalate the situation before it becomes physical. Think of what the other person is thinking, why are they doing what they are, this is referred to as empathy. Understanding where the other person is coming from can guide you to say the right thing which calms the situation down and prevents escalation of the situation.

Not getting a fight mean everybody walks away...

Strength and Spirit

The Tiger and Dragon symbols of strength and spirit in the martial arts and particularly Kenpo Karate. I personally associate the early days of my training when I see images like this. Coach Martin

Get out and share

To validate your training get out and share, train with friends who may be in other martial arts, never stop learning. Coach Martin

Earn It

Anything you work hard to obtain will be of more value to you when you have to work for it because you earned it. Coach Martin

9/11

Paying tribute to American Heritage on significant days like today are examples of the unspoken spirit thats makes our communities become part this great country. Paying tribute so we don't forget nor do our children.

Ryron Gracie Seminar September 3rd 2016

Chris and I got to spend real quality time training Gracie Jiu Jitsu last weekend. New Guillotine chokes and escape mastery. A great day and great training. A shout out to Carlos Diaz of Gracie Jiu Jitsu Destin for hosting.

Arc of Ready from Dave Spaulding

Great training video from Dave Spaulding 

http://youtu.be/6faxyKh7QZ4

When Is Deadly Force Justified in Home Defense? | Personal Defense Net...

New web site

I have been working hard on the new website and plan to bring you lots of martial arts training and information. Please subscribe to my blog to get update and notification when I post new stuff.
Train hard undefined you why. Coach Marty Martin

Boxing and Bruce Lee: The Five Ways of Attack

Tourists attacked...

Learn to be more aware especially when you travel.
Caught on Camera- Tourists Attacked and Badly Beaten by Locals from Active Self Protection on Vimeo.

Entanglement

Getting tied up in a clinch when firearms are involved and how to handle this situation.

10 Greatest Boxers 2000-2016

Great highlights of some this generations greatest boxers. Reminder I include boxing as part of my martial arts program and have for years.

Armed robbery

How would you react during an armed robbery? Many think what they might do however it never goes down that way. Learn from experience. Watch this video of a situation gone bad.


Clerk Stabbed to Death During Armed Robbery from Active Self Protection on Vimeo.

Home Defense Zero | Personal Defense Network

Home Defense Zero | Personal Defense Network: Where should you zero the red dot on your defensive rifle? This extended video shows everything you need to know.

How would you protect your child?

In view of this recent attempted kidnapping I have my instructors sharing this Active Self Protection video and discussing with our students on how to better protect themselves if someone were to attempt to grab them.


Attempted Kidnapping Caught on Camera from Active Self Protection on Vimeo.

Coming soon my new Marty Martin Karate website. This blog will also appear for your review at both locations so enjoy and join me for all the upcoming exciting things happening.

Spring Break Camp

March 21-25th, open 7am, campers bring own lunch, lots of activities, call 850-785-2024. for more details

MMK on Facebook

I have put up a business page on Facebook. Marty Martin Karate Training. I will be posting business specials, sales and promotions. Please like the new page and signup for information. https://www.facebook.com/martymartinkaratetraining/