Miyagi Chojun was born to a wealthy family in Naha, Okinawa on April 25, 1888. He began training in Karate at the age of 11, and soon was the personal disciple of Higashionna Sensei. Miyagi Chojun trained in Naha-te for many years under Higashionna Sensei. After the death of his Sensei, Miyagi Chojun turned to…
DetailsOver two decades of teaching, travel, training, and research has guided the Academy of Martial Arts to the forefront of self-defense education. Our system of “Kosen Bujutsu” is the result of an amalgamation of traditional disciplines, classical systems, and the contemporary sciences of kinesiology. It is the cumulative result of these independent parts working in…
Details“Mizu No Kokoro” means “A Mind Like Water”. It is a state of mind that is very similar to water. Flowing, reflective, and adaptive are only a few words that describe this state of mind. Let’s focus on these words, to help us understand how “mizu no kokoro” can help with my training. Flowing can…
DetailsA ginormous THANK YOU to all those who submitted videos for our Kata Competition. All of you are winners for taking on this challenge and learning to the best of your ability. Without any further ado, We would like to announce the winners of the Kata Challenge… On Monday April 6 at 7pm live on…
DetailsBaking and cooking with Chef Andres on Saturday at 3pm. Oatmeal chocolate chip cookies – best cookies ever!!! And Caesar salad – learn how to make your own delicious dressing Cookies 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) 230 grams of…
DetailsKarate means so much more than a style of Martial Arts to me. It is a feeling, a place, and a home. It helps me focus on things that I do in my everyday life, like school and homework projects. When I am at the dojo, I become a different person. I feel more relaxed…
DetailsWe all need leadership credits to progress to our next belt. We know that assisting classes, helping out with dojo events, camps, and clean-ups, earn valuable hours towards these leadership credits. So right now, you are asking; “How can I earn leadership hours while training at home?” Leadership Hour Challenge Your mission, should you choose…
DetailsChef Andres Salomon brings Baking to AMA in celebration of earth hour we are doing a Black out cake – Perfect for when you turn the lights off at 8:30 and why cake?? because we all could use a little cake right now. Join us Saturday night and bake along with us, starting at 3pm.…
DetailsNeed something to do this week? Join our online kata competition. 2 Sensei’s will do 2 different kata, 1 weapon and 1 empty hand. These videos will are posted below Choose the Kata you would like to learn and practice, practice and practice. Then film yourself performing your best version of the newly learned kata. …
DetailsAs a form of physical exercise performed regularly, Tai Chi addresses the key components of fitness: muscle strength, flexibility and balance by engaging every major muscle and joint group in the body. Even bone strength can be improved. Good posture is essential in the practice of Tai Chi not only for the sequence of movements…
DetailsThe best part of a fitness club is that you can go whenever you want. Unfortunately, this can be the worst part too. How often do we plan on going to the club before work, but then we get up late or the kids miss their bus? “Well I will just go after work today,…
DetailsTo the onlooker, Tai Chi may present as simplistic, like a slow-moving dance with little challenge and stereotypically associated with an older population. In reality, Tai Chi is complex, targets many aspects of human health and is beneficial to both young and old. One primary benefit is Cardiovascular health. In Tai Chi practice, breathing is…
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