FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions  (answers by Master Instructor Dave Pryga)

1. What type of Martial Art do you practice/teach? What is PaSaRyu?

We instruct an eclectic curriculum that includes concurrent instruction based on several martial art styles. The primary styles are: Karate, HapKiDo, Chuan-Fa (Kung-Fu) and TaeKwonDo. Additionally, our system includes aspects of  Tai Chi and Yoga. The teaching method is called “PaSaRyu” , which means “Way of Honor”  We use natural, logical movements called basic body motion to complete the techniques of the above styles. Additionally, through a system called the “Philosophy of Sun“, students learn how to apply their education to lead non-violent and successful lives.  

 2. How can you teach different martial arts in one place at the same time?

 No matter which style of martial arts that is practiced, or where it came from, people are limited to moving in a manner that is natural to the design of the human body.  Natural motions could include pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, running, etc. and are used every day in normal activities.  These motions are what we consider the common denominators of most martial arts. PaSaRyu is based on these motions. An understanding of this natural motion makes the study of  martial arts easier and training in multiple “styles” possible. Experienced PaSaRyu students  realize how similar these “different”  martial art styles really are to each other.

 3. Wouldn’t it be better to specialize in one art, rather than study several?

 Maybe…..It depends on the intent of the training. Each martial art has its own purpose or use. Most people probably have many tools in their tool box: wrench, screwdriver, pliers, hammer, etc. One tool is no better than the other, each is designed for a purpose and works very well if used correctly.. Martial arts are the same way. You need different tools to fit the situations you are dealt. No one art has all the answers. We choose to acknowledge the fact that most modern martial arts have many influences. You wouldn’t want to seriously injure your friend for getting a little to rowdy any more than you wouldn’t want to be to gentle to someone assaulting you or someone you love. You need multiple skills to deal with all situations appropriately.  

                                                      4. What do you mean by “Real Health enhancing self-defense, not a sport”

Again, this means our  focus is not on fighting each other, winning at all costs, creating ego-maniacs, etc. We are educating our students with martial  arts techniques that were originally used for survival. As the physical aspect of the martial arts was needed less and people enjoyed  longer lives, they found additional benefits from training such as better health, lower stress and increased confidence. We emphasize  both the physical and non-physical benefits of training.

Understand, our students sweat and train very hard. We spar, we grapple, and we place a great deal of emphasis on conditioning. But  through a system of etiquette and philosophy, our students enjoy a disciplined and friendly, ego-free environment.