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HISTORY OF
LOTUS
LOTUS is a great style of martial art to learn, not
only for self-defense, but also to improve your level of health as well as
to meet other great people. Learn the history of LOTUS and the people
who have helped make it what it is today.
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LOTUS
BLACK BELTS
Each LOTUS black belt holds a unique position in the
LOTUS family tree. He or she holds this special position because of
the tireless training and dedication put forth to the style and the
instructor in order to earn the black belt. The LOTUS black belt is
also tasked with ensuring the continuation of LOTUS by promoting it by
teaching, training, promoting, or through encouragement.
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LOTUS'
UNIQUE BLACK BELT NUMBERS
Each LOTUS black belt receives a unique black belt
number. This number will identify the black belt student and his
instructor.
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LETTER
FROM AJARN TO STUDENTS
This webpage displays letters written by Ajarn
Precha to his LOTUS students.
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HISTORICAL LOTUS STUDENT APPLICATION This
webpage shows a copy of Ajarn Precha's student application. He sent a
copy to Robert Price in the United States to be used to document all new
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LOTUS PATCHES FROM
DIFFERENT SCHOOLS
A patch is an emblem of honor worn on clothing.
The martial arts are no stranger to honorable men and women who strive to
better themselves and the community. Each LOTUS school has the option
of creating their own unique school patch. It is interesting to look
at the different patches.
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WHAT DOES "BODY, MIND, SPIRIT" MEAN IN LOTUS?
"BODY, MIND, SPIRIT" is a core philosophy in LOTUS.
Learn what it really means.
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LOTUS BELT
RANKING SYSTEM
The color belts in LOTUS are a visible representation
of a student's progress though the training of LOTUS. Learn the belt
ranking system and a broad overview of what is expected at each belt level.
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GLOSSARY
Learn common terms you will hear in a LOTUS class.
You will also learn how to count in Thai and pronounce techniques 1-10.
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BOWING IN LOTUS
Why do we bow in martial arts, especially in LOTUS?
When do we bow? Learn about the LOTUS bow.
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HOW TO TIE THE BELT, LOTUS STYLE
Many martial arts styles have a unique way of doing
things, and LOTUS is no different.
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IS KATA TRAINING BENEFICIAL?
There are 10 katas in LOTUS and they are practiced
often in class. Is it beneficial or a waste of time to practice katas?
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RECOMMENDED MARTIAL ARTS BOOKS TO READ
Here you will find a list of martial arts books that I
have read and benefited from reading. |
