Martial Arts has been an active part of my life since a young age and for the majority of my practice I have centred my focus around the sporting and competitive aspects.
Since meeting and working with Master John Swift I have had my horizons expanded to a greater level and developed a much broader knowledge of traditions and applications of Martial arts which is fascinating.
After sustaining a significant injury to my knee in my late teens all of my practice had to go back to the drawing board and rethink the way I trained. With Master John Swift’s help and guidance I have rehabilitated and added multiple new strings to my bow in the process
I couldn’t recommend Master Swift and the Verve ethos enough to anyone who is considering learning a new skill and becoming part of an amazing community.
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2016 Black Belt Camp
So … our 2016 black belt camp was a massive success with over 100 black belts travelling in from England, Ireland, Scotland and USA to take part in 2 solid days of martial arts training!
Seminar content included traditional TaeKwon-do patterns, application and power testing but also close quarter combat skills, grappling, creative board breaking, explosive kicking, early morning yoga, tai chi & more!
Master Swift to teach at 2016 ITS Black Belt Camp
Master Swift will be teaching at the Independent Taekwondo Schools Black Belt Camp in Worcester England, on 26th and 27th November 2016.
The weekend will see Masters, students and instructors gather together from many parts of the world for a weekend of knowledge share, experience & training … if last years camp in Ireland is anything to go by – it will be amazing!
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New VERVE Equipment Launches
Things seems to have gone a little quiet but you know that can only mean one thing – a big project is about to land!
In fact, 2 big projects have just landed in the way of 2 containers of equipment with the brand new range of VERVE gloves and boots we have called RETRO (groovy baby) as well as a brand new range of internationally themed t-shirts!
They are flying out so ben sure to pick up yours –
RETRO Sparring Gear < CLICK HERE!
International T-Shirts < CLICK HERE!
Seminars in United States
Glob trotting seems to be the norm as Master Swift recently packed his bags and travelled with his family to USA to train and deliver a number of seminars around the Houston, Texas area. Continue reading Seminars in United States
Limited by vision & creativity?
Here is a little something to think about …
- The most popular media owner creates no content (FACEBOOK) Continue reading Limited by vision & creativity?
All in a spin
John Swift (kicking) and Ross Hart (board holder) demonstrating a 360 air break in Maynooth, near Dublin in Ireland 2015
Great lessons that ‘should’ be learnt from the martial arts
1. Leave your ego at the door
This is one of the cardinal rules of any successful martial arts club but it will apply anywhere you go too, with anything you try. Leave your pride behind and open your mind to learn instead. You’ll be surprised at how much further it takes you.
2. You can learn something new from everyone you meet
Whether it’s the new guy who somehow has a flawless left hook or the white belt whose incessant questions enable you to become a better instructor, everyone you’ll meet in your life has the ability to show you something new. Take it as an opportunity to better yourself and help others with what you learn.
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7 Principles for developing ‘Weight Management’
‘Motivation starts you, discipline & routine keeps you going’
Warning – read with caution as some of the points addressed may offend!
1. ‘Your spoon doesn’t make you fat’
Weight management starts at the super market and what you put into your trolley, fact! Be strong, be disciplined!
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Leg Conditioning for Kicking
Check out this kicking routine put together for developing the side kick!