Often times each is used interchangeably to represent the Filipino Art of Stick Fighting. Each, generally, refers to the same thing. But it’s not to be confused with a name for ‘only’ stick fighting.

The ability to deliver a powerful punch comes conversely with being able to take a powerful punch. Boxers, Full Contact Karate, and/or Mixed Martial Artists take punches to the abdomen which, within a fight and throughout a fighter’s career, will result in wear and tear with potential damage to the liver and kidneys. Developing one’s core should be a primary goal in order to improve punching power as well as taking the punch itself.

In an interview with Steve Larkin he said that James Calhoun was really strong. But, feeling under the weather, maybe he didn’t have enough strength to control the match like he liked. He did feel that he was controling the match for the most part, defending the take down, but commented on how Calhoun ‘just would not let go of my right arm’.

Are you looking for explosive power, precise technique, and an overall conditioning program for ultimate strength and endurance? Well, you also include stretching into your repertoire!

Kids Martial Arts Program – Okinawa-Te Karate and Filipino Arnis Stick Fighting and hand technique!

Kokodo’s central philosophy is humane self-protection. This works on the principle that one does not have to rely upon sheer strength, size or brute force in order to defeat an opponent. Instead, KoKoDo teaches that with relaxation, focus, efficient technique so that one can swiftly and effectively neutralize an opponent.

Coach Glenn working the mitts with JB.

Anderson Silva has, and always has, used basic Martial Arts techniques in his stand up. He manages and closes the gap with basic strikes, and throws deadly blows that end fights with precision vs all out power.

Kids Karate Class in Monrovia that teaches Self Confidence, Socialization Skills, Coordination, Confidence, Discipline, Team Work, Self Defense and a whole lot more! Check out the Okinawa-Te Kids: “Te-Jitsu Dragons” Kids karate program at Old Town Fight Club.

October was a busy month here at Old Town Fight Club in Monrovia. We kicked off our very first Big Bear Training Camp and it was a HUGE success. All we keep hearing since the Big Bear Training Camp is when we will have the next one! We don’t have an exact date yet for the next one but I will say this… We will have a few special surprises for the trainees who make it out with us to Big Bear.