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CAPKIDO, WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

2008-05-05T05:41:00Z

The Caprio Academy for Martial Arts Inc. is completely different than most any other school out there. Instead of focusing on fighting or competing, the Caprio Academy for Martial Arts Inc. stays away from anything that would generate a conflicting situation. We are dedicated to the growth of human potential inherent in each individual. Quite simply, the focus is on the individual, the whole person.

Philosophy is the love for wisdom, (Phil = love; sophy = wisdom), the love of improving yourself, and expanding your knowledge, to gain wisdom. Wisdom is the ability to apply knowledge, which is the basis of the Capkido concept. Where is the value of wisdom without the ability to apply it? Inner research and development to bring the body, mind, and spirit to the higher levels should be the main focus in every Martial Arts school.
With this in mind, everyone has probably asked themselves or their instructor, "What is the philosophy behind the art they are studying?"

     By now, many of you must be asking, what does CAPKIDO mean? Well, literally translated, it means:
         CAP - "The Highest Point That One May Go To"
         KI - "Inner Power"
         DO - "The Way"

Put together, CAPKIDO means "the way to bring the inner power to it's highest point". In a sense, the person training puts a "cap" on themselves. Individually, what it means is that you can go as high as you want to go.

The Capkido Philosophy is to put together a curriculum of martial arts and related disciplines. Without these other disciplines, martial arts is just about brawling. A martial art such as Capkido would be organized in such a way as to promote self-expression and health, with traditional values of total body integration, inner harmony and well being for the body, mind, and spirit of the individual. The Caprio Academy for Martial Arts Inc. takes the best from the East and West and blends the Ancient techniques with modern needs. One of the goals of a school like the Caprio Academy for Martial Arts Inc. would be to plan its martial arts classes and workshops to relate to stress management, relaxation, body fitness, self-confidence, poise, weight control, and last but not least self-defense.

Capkido develops character, sharpens coordination, and speeds reflexes. Its an excellent way to get into shape and stay there. It provides the opportunity, regardless of physical capabilities, to work with other students and advanced martial artists, allowing an individual to make rapid progress, limited only by their own desire.

Through desire, consistency, and persistence, most students quickly find that they can do far more than they would have ever imagined.

So even though the reasons for studying a martial art such as Capkido are as varied as the needs and interests of those who study it, the main one focus that everyone can relate to is... Be all that you can be all of the time.

Defunkin' The Funk About Weight Loss

2008-04-08T17:40:00Z

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In addition, please consult your family doctor, dietitian, and/or medical expert before trying any of the methods described in this documentation.

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The reality of losing weight is not quite so dismal. A Consumer Reports survey states that twenty-five percent of all readers, that use a commercial type diet, had kept off about two-thirds of the weight they managed to lose.
It is very easy to be discouraged by the experts if you are trying to lose weight. Most dietitians and doctors customarily cite figures that are pessimistic like the notorious “95% failure rate.” According to this statistic, about 95% of all dieters gain their weight back, and then some.

Most dieters are looking for a higher than 25% success rate when selecting a weight loss regiment. For this and a host of many other reasons, I decided to look at what’s different about the way some student’s I have trained attempted to lose weight. Through many trials I have narrowed down a very specific method that has worked for everybody that has tried it so far. It appears that it has a 100% success rate. Commercial weight loss and diet programs which don’t tell you how to follow through and keep that weight off for good are just trying to sell you their products. I will share this information with anyone who wants it. Most commercial weight loss and diet programs really don’t understand what’s wrong. Or maybe they do?

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Defunkin The Funk About How To Pick A Martial Art School

2008-03-28T02:17:00Z

There are many martial arts schools. Schools that claim to teach self-defense often offer specialized classes. Take a moment to expound on their true value as far as the martial arts and genuine self-defense are concerned.

The techniques taught in most non-traditional martial arts disciplines are focused primarily on increasing the heart rate, building stamina, and in turn improving your overall health. Although the results are extremely beneficial to all of those things and more, the means simply will not teach a person true self-defense.

If you are interested in improving your health and working out in a fun environment, then those techniques will help you reach "those" goals. However, if you are serious about learning a true art and how to defend yourself, than these techniques cannot compete with a traditional martial arts school.

Training in a traditional martial art, even if one was to stop, would keep life long benefits of self defense. The knowledge learned in this environment would last a lifetime. If one ever stops training in a non-traditional discipline, they would lose everything they have gained. It will not happen overnight but it most assuredly will happen.

There are health benefits gained from non-traditional martial arts disciplines. The extent of what they have to offer is limited. The traditional martial arts offer development in all areas of life including the physical, mental, and spiritual. Wouldn’t it make sense to choose a style that has more to offer?

There were many points covered throughout our video "Defunkin the Funk - How to Choose the Martial Arts School Best Suited to Meet Your Needs." If you are seriously considering a martial arts school, it is important to find out whether the teacher and senior instructors have ever experienced a real confrontation where their knowledge was truly tested. Some instructors may believe and even try to convince you that sparring in a school, dojo, or even a competition is the same thing. Do not believe them. In the school or in a competition the environment is almost always controlled. The rules not only govern the types of strikes you may use, but also how and where you may use them. Although self-defense is used in competitions the main goal is to score points. This is why the true art and how it is applied can only be tested in a real-life, uncontrolled environment. Competitions and sparring are in reality only glorified practice sessions. If your teacher or instructor has never experienced a real confrontation, you have to ask "How they can possibly teach you how to defend yourself?"

Some schools require their students to teach classes before they are eligible for their black belts. This may seem like a good idea. However, this does take away from the students’ time to study and learn. Some may argue that to teach is to learn twice. However, not every individual is cut out to be a teacher. A poor teacher can jeopardize the quality of the art and jeopardize the safety of the students. Teaching classes can be a good, productive experience, but it should not be required.

Most martial arts schools out there ask their new students to sign a contract that varies in length from a few months to a year. There are a couple of things to keep in mind when it comes time to sign a contract. Initially, when signing for the first time, always choose the shortest term that is available. Three to six months is usually best. Second, do not sign up with a school solely because they are offering something for free. Free uniforms and free months are ways of attracting people to a school that may be lacking in quality and must compensate by using gimmicks. They usually make up their loss by charging exorbitant fees for testing and new belts that come along with them. Remember, "There is no such thing as a free lunch."

Do not choose a school solely because someone you know is already a member. Although they can be used as a reference, there are several good reasons to explore your options. Just because a school is right for one particular person does not mean that it is the right school for you. They may have chosen the school because it offers a great physical workout for themselves while you are looking for more spiritual development. What happens when the person who brought you to the school decides that they no longer want to train?

There are a number of different schools offering a wide range of very unique and special arts. Every school, regardless of their style, can be broken down into three groups: Mental, Physical, and Spiritual. Whichever of the three it is you seek, make sure that when you find it, it can offer you the other two as well. By doing this you will eliminate the need to jump from school to school and can start building a strong foundation for your body, mind, and spirit. There is a simple formula to keep in mind when choosing a school. The school should offer physical, mental, and spiritual development. If it only offers one or two but not all three then it tells you that there is something wrong with the school and you should consider joining very carefully.

In the old traditional schools the teacher is more than just a teacher. He acts as a figure to help guide students through both the martial arts and everyday life as well. He is not there to replace the students’ family but to act as a guide or an additional resource of development.

As I stated earlier, you may be tempted to choose a school because a friend is already a member. You should choose a school based on two reasons. The first reason is it has what you need. And the second is because it has what you want. If you choose based on BOTH of these principles it will not matter if your friend remains a student or not.

In the martial arts, just as in life, there is no such thing as a short cut or free lunch. The only way to get to the top of a mountain with the most satisfaction is to climb it inch by inch. Anyone who offers you a short cut is either lying to you to ensure you do not become as good as they are or just does not understand the truth of what they are trying to teach you.

There are so many martial art schools in today’s market, picking the right school can be compared to trying to decipher between a real diamond and a cubic zirconium. To the naked eye there is virtually no difference. Not until they are examined under a microscope can their true value be determined. You have to do the same thing when you are trying to pick a school. Look at every school in your area very carefully. Then put each one under a microscope and examine them very closely. Once you have done this you will know which one is right for you.

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The Defunkin' The Funk Blog by Capkido.com

2008-03-15T22:29:00Z

Grandmaster Caprio has started this Blog and would like YOU to participate. The purpose of this BLOG is to inform, educate, and entertain, and most of all to Defunk The Funk.

The Caprio Academy for Martial Arts Inc. provides it's students with a blend of physical, mental, and spiritual training that is very difficult to find anywhere else. The intention of this BLOG is to provide information about the various aspects of our way of training and of course to Defunk the Funk.

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