December 13, 2023
Martial Arts, Self Defence, Combat Sports and Combatives
A clear look at the distinct practices that make up the martial path—and why comparing them as if they are the same misses the point.
From Roots
Notes from the path.
Training notes, reflections, and announcements from Roots Dojo.
September 15, 2020
Return to the Wrestle
A reflection on practice, pressure, and the work of returning to what matters.
February 27, 2020
Top 10 Reasons You Need Roots in Your Life
Notes on training, community, and the value of staying close to the work.
2019–2020
Deep Mastery · Get Outside · Stirring the Pot
Reflections from the later Roots archive on practice, training, and the value of sustained work.
2018
The Roots of Violence · The Pebble in Your Shoe · The Myth of Violence
Training notes on fear, awareness, and how people meet pressure.
2017
Taking the Plunge · Recovering · Teaching Situational Awareness to Kids
Posts from the mat and wider Roots community on recovery, learning, and practical awareness.
2015–2016
Hello Dear Friends · Martial Leadership Program · Learning to Heal
The early Roots journal: introductions, leadership, attributes, and healing practice.
The original archive contains more posts. Individual article restoration will follow as each legacy entry is prepared for the new site.
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