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The goal of this event (and similar past and upcoming events put on by Immersion Labs) is to bring together martial artists from diverse cultures and traditions. In this case everything was unified by humanity's oldest weapon: the stick.
Devon Boorman ·
It is difficult to manage levels of challenge within a mixed level group. The needs of the experienced practitioner and those of the newcomer are quite different.
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The idea of pursuing personal excellence is great, but functionally how do you do it? I put together this material for instructors that touches on three lenses used for targeting both correction and improvement in any technique.
Devon Boorman ·
Myself and three members of the Academie Duello crew visited the February 8-10 Capitol Clash in Washington, DC. I had the pleasure of being part of the reffing staff, a workshop instructor, and at the last minute a participant in the combined Longsword, Sidesword, and Rapier team tournament.
Devon Boorman ·
Excellence is the evidence of diligent, attentive, and purposeful practice.
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I have an earnest desire to help create and foster masters of our art. My interest is less on the identity of master but on the job of master.
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Some are blessed and cursed with the insight to see the full mountain, while realizing they are legitimately at the bottom of it.
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On January 2nd, join hundreds of martial arts practitioners from around the world in a swordplay and European martial arts training challenge!
Devon Boorman ·
Finding time enough in our busy lives for quality martial arts practice can be difficult. One thing that has helped me is recognizing there are many moments in life where I can give a little attention to my martial arts, and that giving many small moments to martial arts can be very impactful as a whole.
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Repetition training is, well, repetitive. And repetitiveness can be quite challenging to manage for our easily distracted minds. Boredom is one of the biggest enemies of effective training.
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