The title of expert is similar to the title of master or grandmaster in terms of who is using it. If one is calling him or herself an expert in something then it is the same as calling yourself a grandmaster. It directly addresses the ego of the user. If however, other people refer to you as an ...

I've used the Taser three times against violent felons. Each time it successfully stopped their aggression and brought the incident to a close. In the first two instances, the individuals were resisting/attacking fellow Deputies. One 5 second cycle was all that was required. Neither the felon nor ...

Sorry it has taken me so long to get back, thanks Bill for the suggestions. I'd like to touch on a few items if I may;

This Forum isn't a great place to discuss bunkai from kata. Dave Young's focus is "Realistic Training.

Not knowing the nuances of the board can be a handicap to a new poster ...

I had a longer reply but I'll just go with, 'whatever dude'.

Have a wonderful day.

Mhosea, thank you for the information. I was wondering what that was a reference to. Sounds like some good areas.

why are you discussing kata on this forum and not on Van's, Bill's or Dana's?

Don't know who they are.
So after a little research I see your pattern once again take shape. You even use the exact same phrases when someone challenges what you write.

Whatever :roll: I enjoy discussion, just can ...

My oh my, you do make a lot of assumptions, or maybe you're just bad at reading people.


No, I'm very good at reading people. You're a troll. One who gets in a huff if anyone presents anything out of his comfort zone.

So far I haven't heard anything from you that would make me think you're a ...

My oh my, you do make a lot of assumptions, or maybe you're just bad at reading people.


No, I'm very good at reading people. You're a troll. One who gets in a huff if anyone presents anything out of his comfort zone.

So far I haven't heard anything from you that would make me think you're a ...

So much for improving your manners :D You really are quite emotional aren't you?

Anyway, I've posted the same/similar on other boards and your assestment is in the minority by far. You don't see the value for the same reason a thief does not see a policeman...he's not looking.

As far as a 10th ...

Guess I'll just never be as smart as you cowboy.

I suppose this depends on how open minded you become as well as perhaps a bit more experience. At any rate, your manners could use some improvement.

I am a high liability professional that has used his training. I also teach other HL professionals ...

All I can say partner is you'll never see what you won't look at. The Pinan katas have joint locks, ground fighting, throws, escapes, grappling, cavity presses, nerve strikes etc. Pretty much all you'd need for self-defense.

I've provided material and a link to research should you choose to do so ...

Remember, the pinans were kata developed for middle school kids to do in gym class. It's beginner stuff

This is incorrect. The Pinan katas are a very advanced series of kata. They were later 're-labeled by Professor Itosu for inclusion into elementary schools in Okinawa. This re-labeled version is ...

Forgive me for not being more clear, it was late when I typed my previous reply. Remember I stated it was an example, just one of many possible. The principle demonstrated in the kata is of a shoulder lock. There are multiple ways to reach this conclusion, it would be impractical and impossibly long ...

So actually working a techniques against a resisting opponent is on the same level as doing a kata?

Apples and oranges. Both can be/are training tools. Kata/bunkai represents a collection of techniques, applications, strategies, tactics and principles that can be extrapolated from the kata and ...

A spirited discussion :D

It's a waste of time because the applications exists outside of kata and are readily available to learn if someone wants them. It's a waste of time to think you will discover real world applications, strategies and principles dancing around your bedroom.

Hmmm, perhaps ...

Well, lets take a look at this;
IMO looking for applications in kata is a waste of time.

One does not need to 'look' for applications, they have always been there. The same with strategies and principles. I'm not sure why it would be a waste time to learn useful applications, strategies and ...