Category: Interviews

Interview with Vice Chairman Robert Robert: Adaptability in Jukido Jujutsu and Kokondo Karate

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Since beginning his training in Jukido Jujutsu and Kokondo Karate in 1984, Robert Robert has dedicated himself to the relentless pursuit of excellence, ensuring the teachings of Paul Arel continue to thrive while adapting them to meet the evolving needs of today's martial artists. Throughout this conversation, he offers insights into the unique philosophy behind … Continue reading Interview with Vice Chairman Robert Robert: Adaptability in Jukido Jujutsu and Kokondo Karate

Interview with Crossing Fight School Instructor Stephen Dougherty: Modern Historical Fencing and its Future

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Stephen Dougherty stepped into Crossing Fight School in late August 2016 almost by accident and never really looked back. Since inheriting leadership and instructorship, Dougherty began to institute more approaches to the practice. Today, Dougherty took some time to discuss these approaches, how he came to instructing, and what he wants to see in the … Continue reading Interview with Crossing Fight School Instructor Stephen Dougherty: Modern Historical Fencing and its Future

Interview with Longtime Jukido Jujutsu Student Jenelle Codianne: The Fighting Spirit in Martial Arts Training

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In joining her family member on their research of local martial art schools, Jenelle Codianne stepped into Florida Jukido Academy and has not looked back once. Intrigued by the self-defense and the endless journey a martial art offers, Codianne fell in love with the art and began enjoying the challenging training sessions led by George … Continue reading Interview with Longtime Jukido Jujutsu Student Jenelle Codianne: The Fighting Spirit in Martial Arts Training

Interview with Akayama Ryu Jujutsu Headmaster Doug Bedsaul: History, Application, and Future

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Doug Bedsaul found Akayama-Ryu Jujutsu after training in Taekwondo, Hapkido, and Judo. In 2024, Bedsaul assumed the mantle of Headmaster with the passing of Mark Barlow. Today, Bedsaul took some time to discuss his vision for expanding the reach of Akayama-Ryu, the importance of quality instruction, and how the system continues to evolve through rigorous … Continue reading Interview with Akayama Ryu Jujutsu Headmaster Doug Bedsaul: History, Application, and Future

Interview with Aikido of Chester County Chief Instructor Kenneth Cadogan: The Impact of Donovan Waite

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Kenneth Cadogan met Donovan Waite during his second aikido class, not knowing fully the impact of the latter would have on his path. After earning his shodan, the lessons began to sink in. Today, Cadogan took some time to talk about the significance of Waite, not only to his understanding of aikido, but to many … Continue reading Interview with Aikido of Chester County Chief Instructor Kenneth Cadogan: The Impact of Donovan Waite

Interview with Montgomery County Historical Fencing Founder Peter Concannon: The Historical Fencing Community

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Sword fighting was something Peter Concannon always wanted to do, ever since his youth. He gravitated towards Society for Creative Anachronism and stage combat, but they were not the stuff he was looking for. Later – two and a half decades later – Concannon received a Groupon for German longsword lessons and was hooked, training … Continue reading Interview with Montgomery County Historical Fencing Founder Peter Concannon: The Historical Fencing Community

Interview with Jukido Jujitsu Academy Founder and Author George Rego: Jukido, Kokondo, Self-Defense, and Adapting

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George Rego first began training in Jukido Jujitsu when he was eight years old under the system’s founder Paul Arel. After soaking in his training, Rego volunteered to establish his Jukido Academy in Florida in 1999. Undeterred, Rego expanded and solidified Jukido Jujitsu in Florida and currently serves on a number of boards in the … Continue reading Interview with Jukido Jujitsu Academy Founder and Author George Rego: Jukido, Kokondo, Self-Defense, and Adapting

Interview with Aikido of Chester County Chief Instructor Tony Fiore: Remembering a Friend, Donovan Waite

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Anthony Fiore first started aikido in 1982 with Yukio Utada in Philadelphia, then moved away from the city, continuing his training with Jim Walsh. Under Walsh, Fiore met and trained with Donovan Waite for the rest of his life. Fiore reflects on the life, legacy, and enduring influence of Waite, sharing his deep connection with … Continue reading Interview with Aikido of Chester County Chief Instructor Tony Fiore: Remembering a Friend, Donovan Waite

Interview with Longtime Kenshi Jessica Ye: Training and Teaching Kendo at University

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Jessica Ye began training kendo at the Cornell Kendo Club and teaching at the Yale Kendo Club when she went to pursue her Master’s and Doctorate. Today, Ye took some time to talk about her experiences in both clubs, how university clubs approach training compared to traditional kendo dojos, and the future of the art … Continue reading Interview with Longtime Kenshi Jessica Ye: Training and Teaching Kendo at University