Age Is Just A Number, And I Have the Proof To Back It Up
Age Is Just A Number, And I Have the Proof To Back It Up By Kyoshi Alan Condon: 7th Degree Black Belt | 51 Years of Experience | #1 Authority in Adult Martial Arts in Albany, NY Let’s cut through the fluff. In the world of Martial Arts, there is a growing trend I can’t […]
You Don’t Need More Time… You Need More Grit
Everyone’s busy. That’s why making time for adult self defense training is vital. Work. Kids. Chores. Chaos. In the midst of it all, prioritizing adult self defense training can empower you. But let’s cut the fluff and get honest:You are not lacking time.You are lacking fire.You are lacking grit. Adult self defense training can help […]
What’s the Best Martial Art for Self-Defense? (Hint: It’s Not a Sport)
What’s the Best Martial Art for Self-Defense? If you search Google, you’ll see the usual list:MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Muay Thai. Those are great sports. But here’s the truth nobody’s shouting… They are not built for real-life violence. Sport-based systems mean: Rules Weight divisions Legal targets only That’s fine in a ring or cage.But in […]
Kill the Doubt: Move Forward with Real Training
Kill the Doubt: Move Forward with Real Training Doubt is just noise. That voice in your head? Lying. Weak. Full of excuses. You don’t need permission.You need motion. BOOM, move forward. Train.Sweat.Get uncomfortable. That’s where the growth lives. Every second you hesitate, someone else is getting sharper, stronger, and more ready than you. Kill the […]
Train for Bad Days, Not Just the Good Ones
It’s Friday the 13th. While others lean on superstition, we lean into preparation. We don’t fear bad luck. We train for bad days. Because when life hits hard, you don’t need a rabbit’s foot. You need grit. You need real-world skills. You need to become the thing that fear is afraid of. At Empire Defense […]
What’s the Best Martial Art for Beginners Looking for Self-Defense in Albany, NY?
What’s the Best Martial Art for Beginners Looking for Self-Defense in Albany, NY? Let’s cut the fluff. You are not looking to roll around in pajamas, win medals or collect belts like Pokémon cards. You are here because you want to know how to defend yourself…for real. Maybe you are older. Maybe you have got […]
What Krav Maga Did for Me (And Why I Wish I Started Sooner)
What Krav Maga Did for Me (And Why I Wish I Started Sooner) Real Self Defense Albany NY, Latham NY Most people think their best years are behind them by the time they hit their 60s. Greg is living proof they are wrong. At 64, he’s stronger, faster, and more capable than he was two […]
Albany Adults, This Isn’t a Gym – It’s a Mission
Discipline Defends the Mission, and Your Life For Adults Who Refuse to Settle In a world built to distract, discipline is your last line of defense. We are not talking about cheesy motivational quotes or half-hearted goals scribbled in a planner. We are talking about real, mission-driven commitment, the kind that protects your mind, your […]
Modern Self-Defense vs. Traditional Martial Arts: Why Your Dojo Might Be Failing You
You Can’t Fight Modern Violence With Museum Techniques Why Your Martial Arts Training Might Be Outdated, and What to Do About It Let’s be honest. Most traditional Martial Arts schools today are clinging to the past, running on nostalgia and pretending it’s still relevant in a world that’s moved on. They are pumping out generations […]
SWEEP THE LEG: TEACHINGS OF THE MASTER
SWEEP THE LEG: TEACHINGS OF THE MASTER A Manifesto for Modern Warriors. A Field Guide for the Dojo of Life. Let’s get one thing straight. This is not another feel-good martial arts manual.This is a mission brief. A battle plan. A mindset reset for anyone who trains to win in life, not just in class. […]