AboutJamey D. Olsen Expertise I can answer a wide range of questions - the pros and cons of many different arts, what works and what doesn’t, the differences between styles, as well as the history of styles or origins. I can advise on proper technique, how to apply techniques, or answer "How would you defend this?" type questions. I also have an extensive library of books and videos, so if you ask me about something I haven’t trained, I have the resources to track down an answer for you. I am also involved in the growing sport of MMA (mixed martial arts).
For more detailed information on me and what I train and teach please check out my website www.keishidojo.com
Experience I've studied the martial arts for more than 27 years. I hold Black Belts in Tae Kwon Do, Shorei-Ryu Karate, American Karate, Aikido, Jiu-Jitsu, Kali, and Zembujitsu. I have also trained extensively in Judo, Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do (JKD), Escrima, Arnis, Wing Chun and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA.) In 2006 the Martial Arts Unlimited Association awarded me my school name the Keishidojo. Which means "Training Place of the Dedicated Warrior." These school titles are granted after Instructorship is achieved. I have been an instructor for various martial arts for over 10 years and have taught seminars on various subjects. I am also a certified BACK OFF! instructor, Seld-Defense Training and Education Program - S.T.E.P. instructor, and Kid Special Abduction Failure Education S.A.F.E. program creator. I have also taught classes to U.S. Military Special Forces, and U.S. and foriegn law enforcement. Currently stationed at Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter South Carolina, I have a martial arts school at the base fitness center. For information about classes, my credentials or other information go to www.keishidojo.com.
Organizations American Martial Arts Association
Progressive Martial Arts Association
United States Martial Arts Association
Martial Arts Unlimited Association
Publications Currenty working.
Awards and Honors 1st Degree Black Belts - Tae Kwon Do
2nd Degree Black Belts - Aikido, Kali, Jui-Jitsu, Karate, Mixed Martial Arts Total Fighting Concepts - Submission Fighting
Expert: Jamey D. Olsen Date: 6/12/2008 Subject: Expanded question on girls martial arts...
Question Hi:
My daughter has developed her mothers appreciation for martial arts and would like to study them. She is small now and would like to learn something that is really effective for girls. I have been told that there is such a technique which was developed by and for women which relies are their natural advantages. However, no one can tell me what exactly that is! Can you? I is supposedly a Chinese form which was developed by some sort of nun or something. I don't want to offend anyone but my first thought was it was yet another "urban" legend but people keep telling me it is real but yet they can't tell me what it is.
I hope you can correct me on this. She is very young (5) but very focused and athletic and has time to learn.
BD
Answer Brundan,
I would look to Wing Chun if you have it in your area. That is the style Bruce Lee studied and I believe it was developed by a woman.
My second choice would be Aikido. Many women like that style as it is based on leverage and not muscle. I teach a lot of girls Aikido and they do really well too.
I hope this helps, good luck.
J.D. Olsen
Instructor Keishidojo Martial Arts Unlimited Academy
Sumter SC, Shaw AFB Martial Arts Classes
Aikido, Kali, Jui-Jitsu, Karate, Total Fighting Concepts, MMA
