It’s one thing to talk about integrity or courage, but how do these seven virtues apply to real life on the mat?

When I first started training, I took private lessons from a brilliant young sensei. He told me something that has guided me ever since.

One thing you learn when preparing for your black belt test is who you can rely on. Your ukes teach you what you need to know technically...

I am preparing for my black belt promotion, and man, it is hard work! But this means something good, too: I am getting the opportunity to...