Marty Martin's Karate Blog

New Brown and Black Belts and Tournament Wins

2009-08-22T20:12:00.002-05:00

I know its been a while since my last blog. Have been working on life's issues. New computer programs for better performance and web site material. My power band book for sport karate is in the final stages and is really productive. Now to the important stuff, congratulations to Blake Barger our newest Jr Brown Belt, he completed his test in a terrific manner. Good show Blake! Congratulations to Matt Peevy our newest Black Belt, what a great job! Congrats to Matt. Both attribute their great performance to using the DVDs to supplement their training, the DVDs work. Congratulations to Matt VanGenneup for winning the men's heavyweight division at the Sunshine Classic Karate Tournament.

Afterschool Program - Panama City

2009-07-14T12:07:00.002-05:00

Here is a link to my merchant circle coupon for this school years after school sport karate program. You can go to our Merchant Circle account and download the coupon.

UFC 100 results

2009-07-14T11:54:00.002-05:00

Sorry it has taken a couple days to get to this, I thought the GSP fight was a good one and GSP once again proven his metal fighting ten minutes with a pulled groin muscle. Brock Lesnar did just what I thought he intended to do and that was dominate the fight. His comments at the end served to stir up the fans and now people will pay more just to see someone take his title. How about Henderson, was there any doubt how he wanted the fight to end. By the wat if your into UFC gear, shirts, hats gloves etc. http://www.martymartinkarate.com/ is now an offical UFC web store.

UFC 100

2009-07-11T19:03:00.003-05:00

Tonight should be an exciting night for UFC fans, the GSP fight may be the fight of the night. When you see lots of hype then that can truly be a fight when things are over in a hurry. I am a Brock Lesnar fan all the way - this may be over in a hurry, Brock has no intention of playing around. His last fight was a major confidence builder and he proved he can go the distance now lets see if he can end this one decisively. More to follow after the fight.

FREE videos and DVD/Book sale

2009-07-03T18:12:00.002-05:00

I uploaded a new sport karate video you can watch at http://www.martymartinkarate.com/
this is my new website and I have lots more in the works, new stuff every week. Also I just uploaded a new DVD/Book sale for July and August, get my KEY Set DVD and book for just $24.99. You can purchase through http://www.karatetrainingcenters.com/

I encourage all my students to take advantage of my training materials as a supplement to their training. It has been proven time and again this will help you to learn faster and retain more.

Have a safe 4th of July Holiday.

Making failure an option...

2009-06-26T14:02:00.003-05:00

This upcoming week I will be promoting several classes to their next respective level of training. What this means to me - individual physical and character progression. Examples: Ben has done a great job motivating several green belts who did not pass their last testing cycle, he has given them internal motivation and as a result I have seen growth in their personal skills and determination. If I had passed them before they would not have grown the way they have. I delayed a whole red belt class last session because they just were not defending themselves - now they are, they respond with confidence and effectiveness, I know their families will be proud. In today's I want it now, instant gratification world, I present "failure is an option". I teach my students that you don't always get it right the first time. Now what are your options... If at first your don't succeed then try again - what important words. Those who strive will find success, they do at the Karate Training Center, they will in life's challenges.

Ideals of the Martial Arts

2009-06-19T18:58:00.003-05:00

I want to define some ideals in the martial arts. A quality martial arts program provides practitioners with five parts. Basics, Form, Self Defense, Sparring and Character. Each part plays a purposeful role. The "Basics" define the stances, blocks, strikes, kicks and steps of the art. Forms define the combining of the basics, the correct posture for strength and execution of movement. Self Defense technique develops the knowledge base related to application of the basics in defensive application. Sparring develops the spontaneous response between recognition and action. Character is the by-product of dedication to training in the martial arts. Character becomes a reflection of the practitioners inner person. Facing the challenges of training, dedication, learning, overcoming both physical and mental tasks all build confidence, self esteem, respect and honor. I am tired of reading un-professional comments posted on the Internet that have no constructive value relative to the martial arts. When I read someones comments who is just typing profanity and less than boastful comments remember this - they have no ideals, no respect for themselves or others and very little if any character.

Arnis, Jiu Jit Su and Kenpo

2009-06-12T18:58:00.002-05:00

I enjoy working out in Arnis and did so with Arlo, Josh, John and Richard this evening. My drill is 30 minutes of straight stick fighting only taking the time to rotate partners, this gives you experience with different size and experienced training partners. I know I have posted info on my Jiu Jit Su training program and I am still filming sequences it will be worth the wait. If you want more now, I teach some level in every adult training class along with how Jiu Jit Su can compliment Kenpo self defense techniques thus making a person more effective in their defensive tactics. By the way there are still slots available for the children's Summer Camp June 22-26th. Coupons are available at my merchant circle web site. This upcoming week I will be evaluating for belt promotions - more info will come during regular classes.

June activities

2009-06-05T18:48:00.002-05:00

Hi the month of June is full of great activities and we are having fun in all our classes. The Arnis class still has room if you are interested. We are not only learning basic use of the baton but are learning defensive and offensive approaches to it's use. The children's sword class is developing an unexpected twist - the kids are demonstrating an affection for creating their own movement sequences with the few moves they have learned thus far. I know this will last them a life time. I had several adult students come in and practice one on one with me and they all improved their skills with this private instruction. We are also sparring in every class and I am seeing our students start to put together effective combinations! If someone hasn't had the chance to spar with me personally every one will, I am going from class to class and am enjoying the time I get to workout with everyone. We are in for a great summer of training! PS don't forget about the Summer Camp starting June 22nd. Watch for my upcoming mid-month news letter it will be full of informative information. If you aren't already signed up for my newsletter you can at http://www.karatetrainingcenters.com/

Arnis Workout, UFC 98, Mid May News Letter

2009-05-22T19:52:00.004-05:00

Had a great Arnis workout with Josh, John and Richard Higgins from American Martial Arts. We just practiced several Arnis drills and worked exclusively on technique. Am looking forward to UFC 98 and am pulling for Machida to show his "karate" skills. Watched the pre fight special on Spike - wonderful show. Comments were made as to Rashad Evans stepping into a kick and punching helped him defeat previous opponents. I picked up on this as I have been teaching for years "step into/jam a kick", this gets you inside and sets up you up for hand combinations. Will see if this happens in the fight. As to my use of the front kick, there is a Muay Thai fight show called "Fight Girls" and what do you think the girls scored with a lot? The front kick! If you got my mid May News letter you got a lot of good info on character, nutrition, Kenpo Self Defense and workout tips from my web site MMAProfitness, if you missed it please sign up for the next letter due out in mid June. All the best Coach Martin. PS the first of my sport karate series is up with Randall. You can watch at www.karatetrainingcenters.com

Updates for mid May

2009-05-17T19:50:00.003-05:00

I have new techniques posted on karatetrainingcenters.com and martinsblackbeltsparring, I will be posting the mid month newsletter as well. If you want to learn Arnis this summer please sign up as soon as possible so I can order your Arnis sticks. I plan to film an Arnis DVD series at the end so don't miss out. Also I am offering weapons specialty classes for kids and the events are posted on the new schedule also now up on the main web site. My new web site MartyMartinKarate.com is well underway with lots of new stuff, the logistics of getting the site operational are technical but the wait and reward will be well worth it. Train hard and keep up with your nutrition. Coach Martin

New Sport Karate Series

2009-05-09T23:40:00.002-05:00

Many thanks to Randall Anderson who spent a couple days training with the men on my fighting team this last week. We finished an eight part series demonstrating how and why its important to be a "dimensional" fighter. This video series will be available starting next week at Karate Training Centers.com and Martins Black Belt Sparring.com so don't miss this important information. Make your goal this week to sign up for my FREE self defense training, fitness and nutrition guide by signing up for e-mails from me if you haven't already done so. Send me your feedback and watch for more information on nutrition and fitness at the coming Marty Martin Karate.com

Summer Schedule

2009-04-24T19:54:00.003-05:00

Check out our summer schedule at www.panamacitykarate.com I am offering Arnis classes for adults every Monday and Wednesday sign-ups underway! We have an exciting schedule for kids too, class sizes are limited so please make your plans now. Lets make this a great summer. By the way my DVD collections are up at Amazon.com so you can take advantage of our buy four dvds and get one FREE. Sign up for my blog or newsletter and download my self defense and fitness guide for FREE - please get yours today.

Mid-month News Letter for April

2009-04-17T20:19:00.002-05:00

I will be posting a newsletter this weekend with a schedule of events for the summer. If you're not signed up please do so at www.karatetrainingcenters.com
If you know someone who would like to try our classes please refer them to us as we are now enrolling for the next session and the summer, thanks ahead to all who do so. Good luck this week to several of our Jr. students who will be trying out for the Bay County Talent contest. Check out the video I posted of the Jr. Brown Belts self defense technique competition on You Tube and at the Karate Center web site. Also if you haven't seen the You Tube video of Susan Boyle and Britain's Got Talent you SHOULD, this is truly a feel good video!

Twitter

2009-04-12T18:44:00.001-05:00

have a twitter account? If not you can follow me on twitter, just go to twitter and search for "Martin's Karate" where you can join, you too may get hooked. It's simple fast and you won't believe how may people/businesses are already there!

Workout with K2 Kardio Kickboxing

2009-04-12T18:40:00.002-05:00

Am close to having my new K2 Kardio Kickboxing website ready to launch. The members area will have the full workout routines, the free area will have examples to check out how the program works. We will have a state of the art video player that allows you to build your own workout routine. This feature is really great for the user - you choose what you need and away you go.

Self Defense Video Collections

2009-04-12T18:35:00.002-05:00

I should have several self defense video "Collections" for sale at Create Space and Amazon any day now. Save money by paying for only four DVD's get the fifth one FREE. Marty Martin's Self Defense Training Series for Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced plus my Children's Self Defense Training Series for Beginner/Advanced. For more go to Amazon and type in "Marty Martin Karate".

Vacation days

2009-03-31T14:58:00.002-05:00

It is spring break for the public schools here so I am going to take a couple days off to recharge my batteries, when I get back I have lots of up dates and projects close to completion. Time off is important and Vickie plan to start doing this more often, by the way the belt promotion went great! Thanks to all who participated. I think I will hold self defense competitions every two months - a lot was learned and this will help with motivation and just give everyone something to look forward to.

Belt Promotion Demonstration

2009-03-22T13:38:00.003-05:00

This is going to be a busy week with Saturday being an important day. I still get very excited about seeing the faces on the new Yellow belts they are so excited and of course this is an exciting time. The senior black belts at the center are the ones who should really appreciate the day - they are impacting the lives of the our future generation! It's important is be one to remember!

People contacts

2009-03-17T22:49:00.005-05:00

Heard from Matt Pevvy today he will be training with me for the summer, he just finished filming/directing in Chicago, did fight scenes for Craig Henningsen from Side Swipe. Can't wait to hear the inside story - sample clips are on you tube. Had a nice e-mail from a young man up in Wisconsin who watched and tried some of my sparring tips and his instructor ask him where he is taking private lessons, was nice he thought enough of me to send a "thanks"! Got another e-mail from a new student in Moscow, can't read it LOL, so Vickie is going to take it with her and see if any of the exchange workers at the Edgewater can translate - more to follow on this one. What a week this is only Tuesday. I plan to have some nutrition tips by the end of the week!

You Tube/Howcast Video update

2009-03-16T12:57:00.002-05:00

This weekend I filmed eight Kenpo Set clips and eight sport karate clips for You Tube, Howcast etc. these should be on line by the weekend and for those of you are subscribed look forward to a bunch of new material. I put some locks and twist on the Kenpo clips - enjoy. Remember you can watch both on www.karatetrainingcenters.com as the Howcast player is at the bottom of the site. Busy rest of the week with belt promotions coming up.

To do...

2009-03-12T09:35:00.002-05:00

This has been a quick week, kids have had FCAT this week so I changed the workout routine and they LOVED it, we did a lot of fun activities on the fitness course and I put up a tether ball - am pleased it has been exciting and good for hand and eye coordination! The next couple of days will be working on end of the month belt promotion and making it a day to remember!

Kickboxing, MMA, nutrition and fitness web sites

2009-03-10T22:39:00.002-05:00

I know it has been almost two weeks since my last update but I have been busy with several projects which are almost ready to be released, my K2 Kardio Kickboxing site is well into development and has a program for the user to build their own workout! Imagine you can develop your own K2 workout, can't make a class, going on vacation log in and build your own. The flash player is really cool and easy to operate.

I am also building MMAProfitness.com, your own nutrition and fitness workout training routines developed just for you! Need help with what you eat? This has a nutrition guide and meal planner. Need a fitness workout - well this will blow you away get a daily workout not just one per week. This is custom tailored for the individual and guaranteed to get you in shape. More on this when it's ready for the public.

Spring Break Camp

2009-02-27T18:12:00.002-06:00

(Follow this link to our Merchant Circle account to download your coupon)
March 30th – April 3rd, $80 dollars, drinks and snacks provided, bring your own lunch, 7:30 to 5pm, sign-up at the front desk or call 850-785-2024.

Self Defense and Fitness Guide

2009-02-16T10:36:00.003-06:00

When you log onto Marty Martin Karate Blog you now get a popup that invites you to join my blog. When you do you will also get a FREE copy of my Self Defense and Fitness Guide. This contains 17 pages of valuable information, fully written self defense technique excerpts from my books (available at www.karatetrainingcenters.com), an example workout structure from my soon to be released martial arts fitness website and nutrition advice. Please pass the word and if you haven't signed up for my blog please do - plus please forward this to someone else who may also be interested.