Tight Focus Mitt Skills

Following is a good example of how to hold the focus mitts for boxing skill development.  The holder has good rhythm with the mitts and has a crisp hold to give the hitter feedback on each and every strike.

Manny Pacquiao, Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale

Quick excerpt of show surrounding the development of Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale for their roles in "The Fighter".  In this video segment they are at the Wild Card Gym watching Manny Pacquiao train.  Pacquiao's speed and power are worthy of respect...

Saturday AM Classes - March 2011

We will be having Saturday morning Martial Arts Koncepts classes in March on 03/12/11 and 03/26/11 from 1000 to 1130 AM. Please mark your calendars NOW!

Spring 2011 - Martial Arts Workshops

Sensei Erik Paulson

February 26 , 2011
Sensei Erik Paulson Combat Submission Wrestling Seminar / Newport News, VA
This five hour workshop (from 1030 AM until 0430 PM) will cover Striking, Standing Grappling, Takedowns and Submissions. For more information contact the East Wind Academy of Martial Arts at 757/988-0500.


March 05, 2011
Martial Arts / Kettlebell Connection Workshop w/Guro John Spezzano / Gaithersburg, MD
This three hour workshop (from 0900 AM until 1200 PM) will cover using the Kettlebell in Martial Arts training and promoting his new book "The Martial Arts / Kettlebell Connection". For more information and to preregister contact John Spezzano via the Pacific Coast Martial Arts website. 

April 2 & 3, 2011
Sensei Erik Paulson Combat Submission Wrestling Seminar / Woodbridge, VA
This five hour workshop (from 1100 AM until 0500 PM) will cover Striking, Standing Grappling, Takedowns and Submissions. For more information contact the Trident Academy of Martial Arts at 703/490-2425 or via email.

April 9 & 10, 2011
Ajarn Chai Sirisute Seminar / State College, PA
This seminar (from 1000 AM to 1230 PM and 0130 PM to 0400 PM) will cover Punching, Kicking, Standing Grappling, and Ring Strategy. For more information contact the Central PA Mixed Martial Arts at 814/422-5425 or via email.

April 16 & 17, 2011
Guro Dan Inosanto Seminar / Newport News, VA
Train with the internationally recognized expert on Jeet Kune Do Concepts, Filipino Martial Arts, Silat, and more. For more information contact the East Wind Academy of Martial Arts at 757/988-0500.

Kettlebells For Warriors - 2011 Event Dates

Following are the first dates for Kettlebell For Warrior events in 2011.  Please feel free to pass them on to anyone else you would think be interested in attending and supporting our warriors.
 

March 19, 2011 / Jacksonville, FL

This five hour workshop benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (from 1000 AM until 0400 PM) will cover the basic KB lifts (Deadlift, Swing, Clean, Squat, Military Press and Snatch) and how to perform them safely, effectively, and efficiently. For more information contact Mike Krivka, RKC at CrossFit Koncepts or via email.

April 30, 2011 / Columbia, SC

This five hour workshop benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (from 1000 AM until 0400 PM) will cover the basic KB lifts (Deadlift, Swing, Clean, Squat, Military Press and Snatch) and how to perform them safely, effectively, and efficiently. For more information contact Mike Krivka, RKC at CrossFit Koncepts or via email.

May 21, 2011/ York, PA

This five hour workshop benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project (from 1000 AM until 0400 PM) will cover the basic KB lifts (Deadlift, Swing, Clean, Squat, Military Press and Snatch) and how to perform them safely, effectively, and efficiently. For more information contact Mike Krivka, RKC at CrossFit Koncepts or via email.

June 25 & 26, 2011 / International Powerlifting Association Strength Spectacular / York, PA

Kettlebell demonstrations, strength challenges, and contests benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project during both days of this event. For more information contact Mike Krivka, RKC at CrossFit Koncepts or via email.

Chuck Norris Mountain Dew Commercial

I really do like Chuck Norris.  I don't think he will be remembered as a great actor but he will be remembered as someone who can laugh at himself.

Saturday AM Classes - February 2011

We will be having Saturday morning Martial Arts Koncepts classes in February on 02/12/10 and 12/26/10 from 1000 to 1130 AM. Please mark your calendars NOW!