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“I cannot graduate higher than my sensei.” When it comes to his principles, Olaf Bock is very consistent. And loyalty…
Start into the Sifat heaven
It’s amazing how time flies. Almost exactly one year ago I could lure Sifu Olaf Bock to Kalletal for the…
The black sheep among white ghosts
Last weekend I was (once again) out and about in martial arts. This time, however, rather to meet organizational hurdles…
From trainer to master
What am I – a student? – a trainer? – even a “master”? I don’t know how other martial artists…
2. DAN — Mission completed
DAN 2: There you go. That worked. The exam for the 2nd DAN is done. And the second strip on…
Crunch bones
Preparation 2nd DAN – the hot phase. Man, oh, man, my knees hurt. And I’m limp too. Which is probably…
The solid stand – everything in motion
The solid stand – or is the movement and rotation rather the central theme? Why is so much emphasis placed…
Which style works on the street? None. All of them.
Which style is the best on the street? Is this or that technique really effective? That never works in reality!…
Olaf in Kalletal – Visit from the Sensei
It’s right before Christmas. What could be more natural than to give yourself a present during this time? I did.…
Why I don’t use “Oss”
I do not “oss” – on the contrary: the inflationary use of this little word hurts my poor ears. But…
Sifu Olaf Bock – Kempo with a beard
A new martial arts teacher has entered my tranquil life as Kempoka. One who is very close to the origin…
On the journey
On the way, but sometimes beside it. Here’s a short update on what’s going on in terms of training, progress…