Awatea Piripi Edwin's Blog – June 2010 Archive (2)

Two Tracks of Ue-Kaha No Roto



In the warrior school of Ue-Kaha No Roto a complete system of martial skills, art and science is taught. This system is complete with physical skills and drills, philosophy and theories and applied science. However, due to the complex nature of this we teach the system by way of a two-track process.



Track One

The first track of learning involves two levels and is directed at those prepared to become formidable warriors in the field of… Continue

Article for Man Sau Gwoon May 2010



For over a decade its have been an honour to be a part of the Ue Kaha Warrior system and a little later the Man Sau Gwoon Wing Chun system. My Bokega/ Sifu (‘Master’), friend and warrior brother Awatea Edwin who started me on these pathways has been both an inspiration and privilege to train with.



It is an affirmation of inter-generational brotherhood, as our ancestors Tarawhata and Karetai fought along side each other in days gone by.… Continue