How Deep The Rabit Hole Goes.....

[Acitic]

This is based off of a balintawak view because that is the foundation of my FMA. When I first started trying in FMA i was always told that is more to the moves then what I see, and what i was initially taught. That there was more combative, more destructive techniques behind what i was taught. I didn't really understand how there was more to it. The thought of having to figure out the "hindge pins" for myself was a rather strange concept. But as time went on and now that I am an Associate Instructor, and i am required to pass on my knowledge I am starting to see some of the less ovious techniques, the little things that make the art so effective. I find is so amazing that everything is there, you just have to figure it all out, and put all the pieces together. What a brilliant way to weed out the wackos looking to learn how to kill.


Has anyone else had a similar experience? Or am i smoking a bad stogie? Your thoughts, comments, and criticism are greatly appreciate. And don't feel limited to FMA, if any other MA's experienced something similar please add.

[Guro Dave Gould]

The Warrior And the Rabbit Hole

Acitic,

Hello there I hope that you are doing well, and that you are keeping quite challenged by your training.

Quite honestly the "Rabbit Hole" goes as deep as the Rabbit is willing to dig it. As does the Pilipino Warrior Arts go in similar manner as deep as each person is willing to research, investigate and experiment its vast philosophy, history and concepts.

If the Rabbit is truely wise he will dig not only the hole but numerous escape routes leading from it. Likewise if the warrior is wise not only will he go in search of the strengths of his dicipline but also the weakness` as well.

Habang maigsi ang kumot, magtiis mamaluktot, kung humaba na`t lumapad saka naman umunat. Sa marunong umunawa, sukat ang isang salita.

Go well Acitic and train as if your life depends on it... because it does. Paalam na.

Guro Dave Gould

https://www.LamecoEskrima.org