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Expert Profile: R. Baker

Expertise:   I can answer virtually any question pertaining to the practice or instruction of any martial art. I am also well versed in the "ins and outs" of martial arts organizations as I have served in executive positions in many. I can also answer questions related to demonstrations and seminars

Experience in the area
I hold high ranking Black Belts in several different martial arts including: 7th Dan American Kempo, 6th Dan saijutsu, 6th Dan Budoshin Karate, 2nd Dan Iaido, 1st Dan Kodokan Judo.

Organizations
TBDK-Martial Arts Society International. The Paladin Foundation: Senate for Integrity Based Martial Arts. Cobra Martial Arts Association International (UK). Shambhala Masters.

Publications
Selected pieces used in Martial Arts Books published by Charles G.B. Evans in Canada,

Awards and Honors
27 Grandchampionship trophies for Kumite, 4 Black Belt Hall of Fame inductions Internationally Certified Master Instructor Internationally Certified Tournament Referee

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 280
Knowledge   10.0   Best of the best
Clarity of Response   10.0   Best of the best
Timeliness   10.0   Best of the best
Politeness   10.0   Best of the best
Number Of Questions
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0
Max Questions to be Asked
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5
Total Questions
(since joining AllExperts)
14
Recent Reviews from Users
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User Comments
Thank you R. Baker. This was my first time using All Experts and it was such a pleasant and moreso informative experience! R. Baker is knowlegable on
(Elle on 04/17/07)
Thanks for your answers!
(Luke on 03/05/07)
thank you for the answer!
(Luke on 03/04/07)
Thank you Mr. Baker, much obliged.
(David on 01/27/07)
RFB: Thanks for the comprehensive and quick answer. This gives me hope that I can participate in self defense at my own level. Have a great day.
(Jim on 12/07/06)
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Recent Answers from R. Baker
2007-10-29  school report Alec, As with all martial arts techniques throwing a person has largely to do with mechanics. More specifically to throw a larger opponent you would need to break their center of balance then apply...
2007-04-17  Choosing a Martial Arts program Elle, Thank you for your question. I would recommend that you find a TRADITIONAL Karate school for your son. Systems like Shotokan, Goju Ryu, Isshin Ryu, Uechi Ryu, and so on would be a great start...
2007-03-04  kempo Luke, well then, in this case I would suggest you look into a hybrid type system. Or possibly train in two systems at one time. I caution you though, finding a good hybrid system these days is hard...
2007-03-03  kempo Luke, Traditionally there is very little if any ground fighting, but as Brazilian Jujitsu has become increasingly popular many styles of kempo have incorporated ground fighting techniques, especially...
2007-02-04  adrenaline and pain The amount of pain you feel in a boxing match is absolutly determined by your "excitability" level. That is, if youre pumped up and ready for the fight, full of adrenaline, no doubt your pain tolerance...
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