Ah, yes! It is true—the pen is mightier than the sword … when used literarily.
Indeed, words, via the pen, have changed the world. Case in point, the
Declaration of Independence.
But the pen has other practical and beneficial uses, one being an implement of
self-defense. Our photo of the week features “The Pen Cushion” to make a
graphically visual statement, which is that the pen is an impaling weapon when
used appropriately and correctly. It is one of the common utensils in our
Unlikely Weapons instructional DVD series, available from
King’s Karate.
“UNLIKELY WEAPONS” are common everyday implements you can use as self-defense
tools to protect yourself and your loved ones. King’s Karate Unlikely
Weapons, Volume 1 will teach you the dynamic power of simple pens, pencils,
keys, clipboards, books, magazines and more. It is available
on Amazon.
It can also be ordered from our
King’s Karate website in various formats.
Check it out.
Having this knowledge will give you the power of confidence!
Dr. Milton Jacobson, aka “Super Zedha” just turned 90 years old on Christmas
Day! Happy Birthday Dr. J.!
Milt Jacobson, the 3rd of currently 63 KIA Black Belts, began his Karate
Institute of America journey at age 54. He earned his first dan Black Belt
ranking at age 60! And he’s still going strong at age 90, thirty years later.
Milt is quite an inspiration, and he certainly leads by example. So for any of
you who think you’re too old to start your martial arts studies, think again!
Martial Arts are more than life. This week we reveal the Passages & Principles
taught at the Karate Institute of America and in the Kiado-Ryu system of
martial arts. Each in its own way gives substance to our students in multiple
ways. They are as much a part of the KIA way of life as the martial skills
they support.
Having fun during their all-too-brief visit to California, the three Griffins
show off their impressive high kick skills. From right to left are “Scholar,”
“Badger” and “Gunner.” Obviously Scholar is setting the bar for her younger
siblings. We’ll certainly miss these wonderful young people. They are quite
talented, eager to learn, smart, respectful, dedicated and courageous—just
like their other family members, especially aunt Anna “Wildcat” and uncle
James “Psycho.” It was an honor to have them attend classes during their visit
and we hope we will be able to work with them again in the future.
Anna “Wildcat” Griffin practices her knife-edge kicks during her recent visit
to Southern California. Anna began her Karate Institute of America studies at
age eleven. She became the 55th Black Belt of the Kiado-Ryu in 1998. After
traveling abroad to Europe, she received her Masters Degree in German and
served in the U.S. Army in a combat division. Humble by nature, Wildcat is one
tough soldier and martial artist. She is a true hero. We are extremely proud
of her and grateful for her military service.
