Thanks Fred.

This is an enlightening historical review, which reminds us to resist our impulse for recognition, by external artifacts.

I think C. Miyagi was correct, that ranks create more misunderstanding and problems, than they solve. We all know that watching a unknown karateka perform kata or ...

Very nice, Jim.

Thanks for sharing this interesting website and e-magazine.

Paul

Bill, you have initiated an import thread which I hope will draw out robust discussion from our members and friends. This is a great chance for all those interested in Honorary Titles to share their ideas and concepts on the role of titles within our art.

You have created something of a template ...

Greg-

A big congratulations is in order! Looks like Amy is going to make an honest man out of you.

Wishing you two the best,
Paul and Lee

Satchel Paige said it best : "How old would you be, if you didn't know how old you were?"

In the answer to that question, we find the key to our activity.... it's based on our image of ourself.

As a physician, I know that an older patient of mine was right when he said, "You've got to keep ...

I agree with Greg and others in this thread, that the road to "reality" is via the Yakusoku Kumite, both Kyu and Dan. How these are performed depends entirely on the awareness and development of the performer. Which is to say that these exercises change as we do. Greg has proposed a progression that ...

This is my first post, but I feel the need to jump in...

Dan rankings should receive high respect based on high accomplishments. A karateka at Shodan and beyond should pass the "sniff test": their technique, demeanor and appearance (including apparent fitness) should match their rank. If anyone ...