“Teaching Tomorrow’s Samurai Today” - The Sword Guy - Ancient Samurai Secrets on DVD

Aug. 18, 2011 - PRLog -- THE SWORD GUY
“TEACHING TOMORROW’S SAMURAI TODAY”
Ancient Samurai Secrets on DVD, August 31st, 2011

The Disc Includes Black Belt Certification, and Cool New Bonus Featurettes:
A History of the Samurai Sword, Sword (Katana) Anatomy, Batto-Do Origins and More!

August 18, 2011 -- Master sword instructor John D. McGraugh, Shihan, sixth degree black belt and star of the upcoming release The Sword Guy, has returned from many years of martial arts study in Japan and has formulated a proven method of samurai sword instruction.  He now offers these secrets to everyone through The Sword Guy Video Instruction Series premiering on August 31st.

Student Tony Boucher says, “The study of the sword has greatly improved my life."

New method of teaching revolutionizes martial arts instruction -- The Sword Guy series offers a continuing education program in the art of the Japanese Sword through video target practicing, seminars, clinics, tournaments, and other learning opportunities for all levels of martial arts student.

Student Chance Ward says, “Very clear & precise, great explanations, history, nice touch of personal association, subtle blend of colors and anime, a dash of levity (which I love) and just the right amount of seriousness. One of the best training videos I’ve seen (and that’s saying a lot) I’ve seen literally hundreds in the last 30 year!”

Now you can live anywhere and receive quality martial arts training for less.  If the requirements are met, The Sword Guy Series offers genuine certification in Ryuseiken Batto-Do, a contemporary samurai sword system founded by world-renowned Japanese Swordsman Mitsushiro Saruta, a martial artist of samurai lineage. This certification can also offer the chance to instruct this art form.

Sensei Monica Voge:  “I’ve gained incredible strength in mind, body and spirit after studying with Shihan McGraugh for many years.”

Former teacher blends knowledge of curriculum development with martial arts instruction. Master Sword Instructor, John D, McGraugh, Shihan, has combined his knowledge gained from over a decade of teaching in public schools with his knowledge acquired from 30 years of martial arts experience. Having the knowledge to correctly structure learning improves and increases how much a martial arts student can learn from a DVD. Clear objectives, proper pacing and strict assessment are just some of the principles acquired from education methods and applied to martial arts instruction in The Sword Guy Video Instruction Series. When a student studies martial arts with Shihan McGraugh, they maximize their learning potential due to the professional quality of instruction provided.

Student Ray Cruz:  “Shihan McGraugh is simply the best teacher I’ve ever worked with.”

In a modern world, the martial arts instruction helps children and adults deal with bullying and abuse. Statistics show that a physical assault takes place every 60 seconds in the United States alone. Shihan John D. McGraugh, master instructor teaches his students about preparedness, awareness and surviving a confrontation. Martial arts instruction saves lives. Throughout his 30-year career in teaching the martial arts Shihan McGraugh has helped numerous victims of abuse and bullying defend themselves from further attacks and recover from the impact of past experiences. Donating time and resources to helping these students, Shihan Mcgraugh has given his students the power to successfully deal with dangerous situations. Whether it’s defense from bullying, domestic violence or serious assault martial arts training has proven again and again to be a necessary survival skill.

61 Years of Age Student Jack Schrader shared, “This DVD is also invaluable as a means of continuing to train and practice at home. It is a fantastic introduction to all aspects of the Japanese katana or Samurai sword. This is a DVD that will be a permanent part of my library.”

Film Synopsis:  Shihan John McGraugh, 6th Dan, gives you the ancient Samurai sword training secrets and the history of the Japanese Katana and martial arts origins in this sword instruction DVD series that brings you to the level of Black Belt Certification. A look into the Samurai warriors heart and Japanese culture is included with professional quality instruction and ongoing learning opportunities.

About The Sword Guy:  John D. McGraugh, Shihan, has studied Japanese martial arts and culture his entire life. After over a decade learning and practicing various martial arts including Jujitsu, Judo, Karate, and others Shihan McGraugh moved to Osaka, Japan and continued his study of the Japanese sword, martial arts, language and culture there. An educator by profession, Shihan McGraugh returned to the U.S. and taught in public schools in the Tucson area while at the same time founding the Ryuseikan of Tucson sword institute and teaching various martial arts for students of all ages and abilities. Shihan John McGraugh currently lives in Tucson, AZ and continues to teach martial arts on a full-time basis at his dojo The Kodenkan Martial Arts Academy.

About The Dojo:  The Ryuseikan of Tucson, founded by Shihan John McGraugh, is a branch of the world renowned International Batto-Do Japanese Sword Training Association. This sword school is housed within Shihan McGraugh’s dojo The Kodenkan Martial Arts Academy located in Tucson, AZ. Here students come to learn the Japanese sword, self-defense, mixed martial arts and more. A new, larger facility is planned to open within the next year that will be able to bring the Japanese martial arts and culture to many more satisfied students.

Bonus Features:
  • Black Belt Certification
  • Sword Safety Procedures
  • History of the Samurai Sword
  • Ryuseiken Batto-Do Origins
  • Sword (Katana) Anatomy
  • Target (Goza) Preparation
  • Meditation (Mokuso)
  • The Making of “One Samurai in Tucson”
  • Trailer Collection
  • Cleaning Your Sword

Social Media --  those wanting to stay connected with upcoming events of  The Sword Guy are encouraged to:
  • “Like” the Facebook page at  http://www.facebook.com/TheSwordGuy
  • Follow the blog  http://www.TheSwordGuy.tv
  • Get Twitter updates at http://www.twitter.com/TheSwordGuy
  • View exciting trailers, video clips and more at  http://www.youtube.com/TheSwordGuyLibrary

Street Date:             August 31, 2011
Feature Run Time:          60 minutes
Aspect Ratio:             3:4 (1.33:1)
Language:             English
Suggested Retail Prices: 1-Disc = $19.95 USD = For additional information and pricing, please contact.

UPCOMING EVENTS:
  • The Sword Guy DVD to be released this month
  • New videos and information available on the SwordGuy.com
  • New Southwest headquarters for sword instruction to be opened up later this year.
  • Shihan McGraugh now available for seminars and consultation regarding the Japanese sword.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
John McGraugh
John@TheSwordGuy.com
Arizona Martial Arts LLC
520-869-2444
520-323-9424

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About The Sword Guy: Founded by Shihan John McGraugh, of the Internationally renowned Batto-Do Japanese Sword Training Association, Dojo of Japanese sword Katana training facility in Tucson. Where students from around the world come to learn the Japanese sword and culture. Shihan McGraugh, has studied Japanese martial arts and culture his entire life. After decades of learning and practicing various martial arts including Jujitsu, Judo, Karate, and others Shihan moved to Osaka, Japan and continued his study of the Japanese sword, martial arts, language and culture there. An educator by profession, Shihan McGraugh returned to the U.S. and taught in public schools in the Tucson area while at the same time founding the Ryuseikan of Tucson sword institute and teaching various martial arts for students of all ages and abilities. Shihan John McGraugh currently lives in Tucson, AZ and continues to teach martial arts on a full-time basis at his dojo The Kodenkan Martial Arts Academy.