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BUDO CAMP 2026 SEP 19-20 – Registration open
Don’t miss out on this year’s BUDO CAMP! Experience a convergence of instructors from across the nation, sharing their knowledge of various martial arts styles. All martial arts students are welcome to attend and train with Masters of multiple styles. Expand your horizons and reserve your spot now at Budocamponline.com for more info.
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Wisdom from Doc – Art & Science
Ron Chapél – To be clear – There is a huge chasm distinction between Martial Arts and Martial Science. Since I’ve been using the term for decades many others have begun to use it as well. The problem is they want to mix the two improperly. Most begin with an “artistic” interpretation of what is…
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Wisdom from Doc – Martial Science, all movements are governed …
Martial Science and the Art of Blocking: Principles from American Chuán Fa (Kenpo) By Ron Chapél Martial Science at its highest level is a study of precision. Every movement is shaped by height, width, and depth, as well as the method, manner, target, weapon, and available angle of contact. Strict attention to posture, foot placement,…
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Wisdom from Doc -Step-through punches
From Doctor Ron Chapel A high-ranking Kenpo black belt hit me up with an email a couple hours ago. He wondered why I was so adamant about so-called “step-through” punches not being used in self-defense techniques. Well, like most answers, “It depends.” It is predicated in small increments upon whether or not it is a…
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Wisdom from Doc – Fist
Okinawan/Japanese interpretation of the “martial fist” is well taken. From that perspective in general, and the Japanese interpretations in particular, the “fist” has always been an interpretation in “karate-do.” With “do” literally meaning “way,” it was always a matter of whatever the style head wanted. It was always doing it his “way” as with every…
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FitDefense – Homechool families
Next session start January 30 2025Individual – $100 for 8 weeksFamily rate up to 4 people Email admin@steinerama.com to register family$200 for 8 weeksPayable in two payments
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Labor Day 2026
Closed for Labor Day Weekend We will be closed from Saturday, thru Monday in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal classes on Tuesday. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday weekend from all of us at Steiner Academy of Martial Arts.
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Wisdom from Doc – What Is, and Why An Index?
Ron Chapél – What Is, and Why An Index? To execute certain movements anatomically correct, the body must move through specific “indexes” to recruit/disassociate muscle groups, bone structure, and other tissues for maximum performance. This process involves what appears to be in the beginning often exaggerated movements. However, this part of the training process of…
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Benefits of Martial Arts Training
Here are 9 benefits of training in martial arts: Improve overall body coordination and proprioception Improve aerobic and anaerobic conditioning Improve strength Improve confidence Develop and improve mental toughness and resilience Develop self-defense skills Reduce stress Promote weight loss Fosters discipline and focus Martial arts training can benefit anyone regardless of age or gender, including…
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Letter to students
For many years I was urged to run an independent school by friends, students and colleagues. After much reflection, I chose a path of independence from those who have instructed me towards a new level of success both as a martial artist and as a person. My role as Sensei is something that I take…
