The principle of, focus, is central to the practice of martial arts. Indeed, it is among the most important concepts…
by Yi Dan Gary Hirsch Introduction Frequently, at the end of class, the question will be asked of students, “Can…
I was recently asked to describe the approach to martial arts training at SFMA, particularly in comparison to the approach…
“The first discipline is to attend class.” I am not sure who should receive credit for this quotation, but it…
To master an actual technique, mental culture should come first. Acquiring a technique requires a careful, modest, non-mean, free and…
History The Korean martial art Taekwondo emerged in the mid-twentieth century and has subsequently become one of the most widely…
Introduction The Korean term Hoshinsul is translated as, “self-defense.” It is derived from the verb, ho-shin-ha-da, to protect or preserve…
Welcome to Spirit Forge Martial Arts inaugural blog post! I thought the appropriate place to start what I hope will…