Training

Today’s training was a beautiful reminder that martial arts isn’t just about precision and strength – it’s about connection, patience, and shared growth. Whether you’re picking up a sword for the first time or refining movements you’ve practiced for years, the path becomes clearer (and more fun!) when we walk it together. We kicked things off with a full group warm-up — syncing our breath, movement, and intention. There’s something grounding about beginning in unison. […]

This past Saturday, I had another special 3-hour training session with Tjardo – and it was nothing short of epic! We took a deep dive into Yedo forms 7 and 8, exploring them with fresh eyes and renewed intensity. No matter how many times you go through these forms, there’s always something new to discover. Every movement, every transition was fine-tuned, not just technically, but energetically. It was all about the connection – body, mind,

This week’s highlight comes from an intense yet fulfilling 3-hour private training session in preparation for the upcoming Belgium Event. Training alongside Tjardo—who’s currently on the path toward testing for his 2nd Dan Black Belt—was not just inspiring, but also a reminder of the value of shared focus and commitment on the martial arts journey. We captured a 30-second compilation from the session, showcasing Yedo Kumbup forms 4 through 6. Each movement reflects not only

Wednesday, April 9th – A glimpse into the warrior’s path. There’s something electrifying about the clash of swords, the swish of a blade through the air, and the quiet focus of martial artists in motion. That’s exactly what we experienced during Wednesday’s Haedong Kumdo training session. I was training with Bauke—a dedicated brown belt with eyes firmly set on black. His determination is inspiring, and it shows in every cut, every stance, and every drop

Today was one of those days where everything just flowed – full of focus, fun, and progress. Jimmy took the lead in class this time, which gave Tjardo and me the space to really dive deep into our Yedo Kumbup. There was a great vibe in the air, everyone was in a good energy, and you could feel something special was happening. After class, we all moved over to my studio down the street for