One thing I will always stand by is this: Self-defence demands a body that can move. Not a perfect body. Not a fast body. Not a “fighter’s” body. But a body that is as capable as it personally can be. This has nothing to do with vanity, gym culture, or looking a certain way. It is about survival. 🥋 Yes — some people have medical conditions or limitations And that is absolutely fine. Not everyone has the same starting point, ability level, or physical capability. But here is

One of the newest and most important additions to all Dan grading syllabuses is the Public Transport Combat Scenario Drill — a full-contact, full-pressure assessment that takes place inside a hired bus. I want to explain clearly why this module exists, what it represents, and why it is now a mandatory part of becoming a Dan grade under me. This isn’t added for drama. This isn’t added for difficulty. And it certainly isn’t added for show. It has been added for one reason: Beca

In many karate systems, students are taught to “look in the direction you’re about to move” before turning or stepping in kata. The idea is simple: turn your head first, then let the body follow. It looks sharp, disciplined, and consistent—great for grading and performance. But in my interpretation of kata, I take a different approach. I don’t “look first.” I teach continuous awareness , where focus never breaks and every movement remains grounded in realism rather than chore

(What separates a genuine martial arts school from a commercial club) ⸻ 1️⃣ Gradings are earned — never bought or scheduled Students don’t grade just because they’ve attended or paid. They’re invited to test only when their sensei knows they’re ready in skill, understanding, and character. There’s no calendar — only readiness. ⸻ 2️⃣ Every belt means something Each promotion represents real knowledge, control, fitness, and growth. The instructor protects the integrity of the b

(How to recognise when a martial arts school has lost its standards, honesty, and purpose) ⸻ 1️⃣ Belt promotions based on payments or attendance — not knowledge or contribution If students automatically grade every few months just because they’ve paid fees or attended enough classes, standards have collapsed. Real progression should be based on understanding, technical skill, and effort — not on calendars or direct debits. ⸻ 2️⃣ Scheduled gradings to keep people happy instead

At Voracious Karate, no student has ever failed a grading — and none ever will. That isn’t about ego or leniency. It’s about...

At Voracious Karate, there are no scheduled grading dates, no fixed timetables, and no automatic promotions. Every belt — from white...

At Voracious Karate, a Black Belt isn’t something you earn by effort alone — it’s something you earn through flawless execution. When I...

When people think of strength, they imagine muscle, speed, or aggression. But in every real-world situation — from a confrontation to an...

Fear is part of being human. It’s our oldest survival instinct — the sudden rush of adrenaline, the racing heartbeat, the dry mouth, the...

Karate is often mistaken as just a collection of punches, kicks, and kata. Some see it only as a sport, others as a method of...

The black belt has become one of the most recognisable symbols in the world. Even people with no connection to martial arts understand...

In martial arts, belts are far more than just cloth around the waist — they are living symbols of responsibility, experience, and the...

In martial arts, belts are more than just fabric around the waist — they are symbols of knowledge, responsibility, and the progression of...

In martial arts, belts are more than just fabric around the waist — they are symbols of knowledge, responsibility, and the progression of...

For me, martial arts has always been about consistency. Skill, strength, and knowledge don’t come from bursts of effort; they come from...

When people imagine martial arts, they think of kicks, kata, or combat. But the Bugei Jūhappan – the 18 recognised skills of the ninja –...

When people look at me now, they see karate, criminology, and everything I’ve built around martial arts. But before I threw myself fully...

When people think of Karate warm-ups, they often imagine line drills, star jumps, or stretching. Those all have their place, but...

A sensei is not just a person with a Black Belt who leads a class, telling everybody what to do and how to do it once or twice a week....