15 Dec 2010
Written by: Gian
Confusion and the need to sort it out
One of the many fascinating aspects of martial arts is the variety of styles that co-exist under the same name.
Nevertheless, this huge assortment of styles can easily turn the fascination into confusion, and not only to the novice but even to the expert on the matter.
Read more → 23 Nov 2010
Written by: Gian
What is the "4 Axes Matrix"?
Martial arts, as I often say, are essentially about motion. With this article I'd like to cover a few basics about some main paths of motion, be it for attack or for footwork.
Read more → 15 Nov 2010
Written by: Gian
This is my personal review of Daniele Bolelli's book "On The Warrior's Path", something that every martial art lover should read.
Read more → 10 Nov 2010
Written by: Gian
So, here we go, Manonuda is finally online!
But what is, actually, Manonuda? Manonuda is Jeet Kune Do, Manonuda is Filipino Kali, Manonuda is Silat, Manonuda is Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts.
But Manonuda is so much more than just that. Manonuda is the soul and the practice of the warrior, and also the process of personal liberation. Yeah, indeed so! Manonuda is the way to unleash the warrior inside of you. Manonuda is some pure martial creativity, we might say.
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