When it comes to planning your martial arts goals, there are two things I always like to consider. That’s time and options. Did you know seeing all your options 1 year in advance helps structure your time? If you knew what was listed ahead, ironing out the current schedule would be easier and less stressful. …
When it comes to training, I’ve witnessed many talented students do one of two things. It’s either train to full potential or hold back. Training at full potential can be balanced so not to burn out. That’s a technicality and very common. But…holding back needs some spotlighting. Here are two ideas to meditate on. …
I started writing a daily post to my school’s Facebook Group Page and thought the messages being written could do some use as an article someone may find for anyone that needs it. So this blog post is for you. Good evening everyone! Hope everyone had a productive day today. Did you know this …
As a life long martial artist, the reason to train is a long and consistent question asked commonly by those who do not train and those who are in the intermediate stages of training. Yes, I do mean that the question is the actual reason because the question itself will reveal intentions. Those intentions will …
The world today is constantly in an emotional tug of war and social media is a breeding ground for the wildest ones to occur. Personally, I see narcissism and depression being promoted as fashionable. To the sufferer, it only strengthens the blindness. So, here’s a question all of us need to consider. Is there an …
In this video clip, I share with my apprentice instructors how to break through their limits of energy presence through demonstration. I’ve seen it many times where beginner level instructors hold back their skill and substitute it for higher level explanation or struggle through stage fright. It doesn’t matter, black belts, fighters and enthusiasts all …
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Here are a few favorite ways to counter the Muay Thai teep. Try these out and see how it can help your practice.
Ervin Quintin is praised as one of the best technical instructors in martial arts, personal development, leadership and defensive tactics in Virginia Beach. With over 25 years of experience across the three categories of martial art disciplines (striking, grappling and weapons), you will not find a more diverse instructor and practicioner. Some of Ervin’s accolades …
Reading Habits As an entrepreneur, business owner and martial artist, I firmly believe in the constant and neverending improvement of the mind. Here is my personal reading list that I’ve gone through from paper version to the audible book. If you’re like me, where time is a challenge to sit down and read, then listen …