stslavik

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I'm a web developer, IT consultant, and programmer with a property management firm in Orange County, CA. I also teach and train in Bujinkan Ninpo Taijutsu.

A lot of my side-projects end up rolling into my work life, and feel that the experience I've gained with web development, Ruby, Qt, C/C++, Java, etc. may actually be of use to somebody.

I've recently joined the Martial Arts private beta, and will be answering questions on there with regularity.

Oh, and I really hate when people tell me, "No, it can't be done." You're wrong; It can, it should, it will, so shut up and watch me.

Nothing is true; everything is permissible.
- Hassan-i Sabbah (حسن الصباح‎)
Ruler of Alamut, Founder of the Hashshashin.

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Mar 13	comment	When should I run away? Noted, but my ordering is correct in the time in which it must be considered. Further, my conclusion is misunderstood: Not every situation is life and death, but you must be prepared for it as though it is; one more wrong move and it may well be just that.
Mar 12	comment	When should I run away? Great question. I'm saddened that it even has to be asked...
Feb 29	comment	Helmet for knife fighting sparring @IaroslavKovtunenko Interesting... We may need a protocol for dealing with recommendations internationally (perhaps exchange rates?). Thanks for bringing up that point!
Feb 28	comment	Helmet for knife fighting sparring @IaroslavKovtunenko Think of the BTS High Gear being the optimal solution, whereas the others are work-around solutions. The initial investment is higher, but the end result is a far-safer practice. You might update your question with a budget, though, and you might get other answers with better suggestions in your price range.
Feb 28	comment	Do shock knives make a good 'training' alternative to real knives for knife fighting sparring? As above: "A much less expensive solution that Kevin Secours taught was the scratch stick. He describes in a video here: youtube.com/watch?v=RaHVDSwk6Vs";
Feb 27	comment	Tanto Forms Reference Sadly, the majority of information I've come across has been rather poor. I do rather like Hatsumi Masaaki's material from Knife and Pistol Fighting (ナイフ・ピストルファイティング)
Feb 24	comment	What is misogi? There's no difference between ritual purification's effect and its underlying psychological cause. αρετή (Arete in English) is not the middle way so much... Arete carries almost a connotation of being excellent, or above things. The middle way is more taking the path of least resistance. When Izanagi-no-Kami moved into the river, he chose a part neither too swift nor too sluggish. This would be finding harmony.
Feb 24	comment	What is misogi? I have not practiced it. I know of it because I study Japanese martial arts, and the subjects that touch on them, Shinto being one. I do not believe in ritual purification, but understand the psychology behind such actions.
Feb 24	comment	Adapting karate to stage combat @Paul: I would appreciate it if you posted your view in the meta discussion. This is something that needs to be discussed while we're in beta, and it's good to have both opinions stated to be voted on.
Feb 23	comment	How to overcome fear to jump? Good to hear the update. If you feel you've received an answer that suits your needs and answers your question, please consider selecting an answer by clicking the check mark. If not, then you can wait to see if you receive a better answer.
Feb 23	comment	Why doesn't aikido have kicking techniques? @Aristos: The "harm-ony" was a pun. It was not meant with any seriousness, but as a bit of humor to illustrate a point. This is simply lost in translation. As for your second comment, I'm afraid I don't understand your point. The reason for the "love and harmony" was not to spread the art, but because of a series of epiphanies he had during misogi.
Feb 23	comment	Are students with disabilities tested differently? We train using blindfolds a lot, starting with shoving attacks, and progressing up to striking. The intent, as I was taught, was to train in sakkijutsu, which is necessary for passing our test for godan. This same method can be applied, I'm sure, to training the blind; it's essentially using your other senses and trusting your subconscious to move you to a safe place.
Feb 23	comment	Adapting karate to stage combat @DavidH.Clements et al: Topic broached explicitly on meta.
Feb 22	comment	Adapting karate to stage combat Per a recurring theme on meta, stage combat and the like a trending off-topic. Question may need closing. Perhaps better suited to Theatre?
Feb 22	comment	Correct usage of the title “Master”? Shihan (師範) comes from the characters "expert/master/teacher" and "model". It should *not* be misconstrued solely as "master", but viewed as an exemplary specimen of a -jutsu. Soke is also commonly mistranslated as "Grandmaster", but refers solely to a lineage head (and his associated responsibilities). +1 to @BobCross for nailing this as too localized – propriety would be on a per-school basis.
Feb 22	comment	Are students with disabilities tested differently? Cheers. I like the points you made; I only disagree with a blind person being unable to avoid anything other than a grab. Cheers.
Feb 18	comment	Are students with disabilities tested differently? Yes, so long as they are backed up by either facts or personal experience they are acceptably subjective. I'm not asking for a list; I'm asking if they're tested differently and how.
Feb 17	comment	Are students with disabilities tested differently? @BobCross: Even subjective does not necessarily indicate wiki. See Good Subjective, Bad Subjective
Feb 16	comment	What benefits (if any) are there when listening to music while practicing? And does it depend on the style? @Patricia: It was also posted after the fact.
Feb 16	comment	What benefits (if any) are there when listening to music while practicing? And does it depend on the style? Playing music does not necessarily mean one plays music loudly. Consider the soft music played in department stores; barely perceptible, but effective in creating a suggestible state in shoppers. Music can set a similar state in students if used carefully.