The Centurion | Instructor training

3/12/2019 7:00:00 AM

The Road to MASS19 Part 1: How to Get to the Show (Yes, it’s Totally Possible)!

By Sarah Lobban

Guess what time it is? It’s MARTIAL ARTS SUPERSHOW TIME! Well, okay, technically the Show is in June, but it’s never too early to start thinking about it, and it’s definitely not too early to start planning, especially if you’ve never been before. So for all you SuperShow newbies, or those of you still thinking about going, this one’s for you!

10/25/2018 7:00:00 AM

The Basics of Holding the Best Group Fitness Class!

By Century Martial Arts

It's no secret that people perform certain tasks better in groups. Sociologists have studied group vs. individual performance, and, more often than not, people in certain groups outperform those who participate individually. Group fitness vs. individual exercise is one example of this.

5/21/2018 8:10:00 AM

9 Reasons Why Your Students Need to be Sparring

By Century Martial Arts

"Should I let my students spar?” It’s a common question among martial arts school owners. Some balk at the idea. After all, sparring is – and is supposed to be – as close to a real fight as students get, without actually getting into one. Instructors worry that students will have one bad experience in sparring and quit, or will simply be too intimidated at the idea of sparring to participate.

5/11/2018 8:16:00 AM

7 Lessons Kids Learn from Martial Arts

By Century Martial Arts

In film and TV, martial arts are too often depicted as gory, violent, and inherently aggressive – something that is simply not true. Unfortunately, this perceived image leads some parents to shy away from enrolling their children in martial arts. Although martial arts do contain a physical component, they also emphasize values more than many other sports and activities.

5/8/2018 2:00:00 PM

What's the Big Thai-dea? Why Thai Pads are So Popular

By Sarah Lobban

Recently, I went over the benefits of Thai pads vs. focus mitts in partner training. Now, I’m a huge fan of partner training with any equipment. However, if that choice were refined to partner training with Thai pads vs. partner training with focus mitts, I’m Team Thai Pad all the way. And I’m not alone.

5/1/2018 2:00:00 PM

Thai Pads or Focus Mitts: What Should I Use?

By Sarah Lobban

Partner training is one of the best – and most fun!—components of martial arts or martial arts fitness training. It gives both parties an opportunity to work on distance and timing. It’s also a great way for trainers to work one-on-one with their clients, for a workout session that’s much more personalized.

4/2/2018 12:00:00 AM

Mike Seeklander of "The Best Defense" Shares his Thoughts on Tactical Training, BOB, and the Self-Defense Skills Everyone Needs

By Guest Blogger: Mario Morris

We all have at least one role model martial artist that we’d love to get to train with. For some, this dream training is strictly hypothetical (sorry, Bruce Lee fans), but other people get the chance to train with their icons at seminars, tournaments, or events like the Martial Arts SuperShow. Recently, I got the chance to train with someone I greatly admire: Mike Seeklander.

4/2/2018 12:00:00 AM

The Missing Piece of the Fitness Puzzle

By Guest Blogger: Bethany Doherty

You’ve perfected your workout regimen, carefully calculated your nutrition, and finally found the supplements that support your fitness goals. Progress is just around the corner! Maybe not. Sure, you’ve covered your fitness ABCs, but what about your ZZZs?

3/19/2018 4:45:00 PM

Want to Know the Single Best Punch to Throw in a Fight?

By Guest Blogger: John Hackleman

As a skinny 14-year-old haole (non-native Hawaiian) kid with long blonde hair, I definitely didn’t look like the typical aspiring boxer from Honolulu, Hawaii. But there I was, being driven to my first (dubiously sanctioned) boxing match.

1/19/2018 12:00:00 PM

Preventing Dropouts before They Happen: Part 1

By Guest Blogger: Deb Cupples

Here are some unfortunate statistics: less than 2/3 of all students who study at college will graduate with a degree. Between 40 and 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. And, on a personal note, many of the students who come into our dojos for lessons, seemingly bright-eyed and eager to learn, will one day stop showing up.