So this is what happens when an assailant does not heed the warning to Back Off! More than an ouch!, as Christa demonstrates one way to manage an attacker (hubby Mike). Come join us this coming Saturday, 5 April from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. at the Orange Public Library for a FREE self-defense Talk and Demonstration. 407 E. Chapman Ave. Orange, CA 714-288-2410 Download the Event Flyer

Exhibiting the ferocity and assertiveness of a tiger, Christa sends an unmistakable message to her would-be attacker to BACK OFF! This type of role playing taught in Karate Institute of America self-defense workshops helps women develop a sense of empowerment and skill. Still, hubby Mike, playing the part of the assailant, got the message! Teens and above are welcome join us at the Orange Public Library on 5 April 2014, Saturday, 10:30 a.

Self-defense training is never obsolete—like old cars, old phones, old pagers, and pot-bellied stoves. One must always be ready and willing to defend oneself from the unwanted and potentially fatal aggressions of others. Just ask Ashlee! Come join us at the Orange Public Library on 5 April 2014, Saturday, from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. for a FREE self-defense talk and demonstration by Kiado-Ryu Grandmaster Richard Andrew King.

The Karate Institute of America and the Kiado-Ryu system of martial arts teaches that in a self-defense situation the five power targets related to an assailant are: Mind Eyes Neck/Throat Knees Groin Come join us at the Orange Public Library on 5 April 2014, Saturday, 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. for a FREE self-defense talk and demonstration by Kiado-Ryu Grandmaster Richard Andrew King.

Richard Andrew King, Grandmaster of the Karate Institute of America and creator of Kiado-Ryu Karate, will be giving a free two-hour self-defense talk and demonstration at the Orange Public Library on Saturday, 5 April 2014, from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.

One of the most important ingredients in self-defense is Critical Distance. Being too close to an adversary (photo 1 on the left) allows the assailant to execute a hand strike, which can be too fast to defend (photo 2, center). However, by simply extending the distance between you and the assailant (photo 3, right) to at least a two-arm length, you create a safety barrier of time, time which allows you to react positively and avoid being struck.

This class photo was taken during a testing at the Karate Institute of America in 1986, twenty-eight years ago during the Golden Years of the KIA. Back then there were no computers, cell phones, tablets, social media such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn. It was a very different time, but as time goes, not that long ago in relation to the massive changes our world has gone through since then.

Annette “Warrior” Dale is a cannon maker. “How so?” you ask. Warrior is the mother of Sofia “Cannon” Dale featured in our previous photo of the week. Annette holds a Green Belt ranking from the Karate Institute of America, and she is tough. Warrior was a state champion long distance runner in high school, as well as a gymnast in her youth. She holds a Master’s Degree in psychology and advanced certifications in her field.

Sofia “Cannon” Dale delivers a palm-claw to Bob during a lesson. Cannon is the daughter of Mark and Annette “Warrior” Dale, and she did not get her call sign of “Cannon” without merit. This young lady has power to spare, so beware to anyone attempting to mess with this powerhouse! “Are you okay, Bob? You don’t look too happy.”

Dr. Kenneth “Ramjet” Anderson, Karate Institute of America Black Belt #11 (1990) was one of the toughest, most honorable, hard working, and dedicated students in Kiado-Ryu history. A champion fighter, Ramjet exhibited a quiet power and humility. He was never arrogant, never boisterous, never forsaking his Marine Corps military bearing. Ramjet was so tough he went through an entire brown belt testing with broken ribs, a fact not known until another student revealed his injury after the test.