The University of New Mexico's Institute of Traditional Martial Arts is an organization of accomplished martial artists from many different styles. Its goals are to teach, document, and promote the legacy of the hundreds of years of dedication and skill found in the martial arts as they were practiced in the past.

Sifu Romero is a founding board member of the Institute.

UPCOMING ITMA EVENTS

Crossing Boundaries
October 21st, 22nd and 23rd

A weekend clinic focusing on Traditional Kodokan Judo, Wing Chun, Karate Jutsu, Classical Jujutsu and an interdisciplinary session in which we shall be exploring similarities and differences among several martial arts.

Johnson Center, University of New Mexico Campus, ABQ, NM
October 21st, 22nd and 23rd
$40 for a single or $100 for all five sessions
Open to all ages 18 and over.

Instructors

• Linda Yiannakis, 4th Dan Traditional Kodokan Judo, 4th Dan Jujutsu
• Sifu Phil Romero, Wing Chun
• Ron Breines, 6th Dan Karate
• Dr. Andrew Yiannakis, 7th Dan Jujutsu, 6th Dan Judo
• Andrew Frye, 5th Dan Jujutsu, 4th Dan Nihon Goshin Aikido

Wing Chun Longpole Article

An article by Sifu Phil Romero and student Jason Smith (with photos by Jason Smith) has been published in the July/August 2011 issue of Kung Fu Tai Chi Magazine.

The article discusses use of the longpole (luk dim boon kwun) as a tool for training core strength, structure, and accuracy, not just as a specialized weapon. The article urges earlier inclusion of longpole earlier in training than is usually the case.

This article is the first in a series. Copies of the magazine can be ordered here, and subscriptions can be ordered here.

Qi Gong Breath Control

Location: Coaches Korner - 525 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Date: Saturday, June 25th, 2011
Time: 11:00-3:45
Cost: $68 dollars
For Tickets: Coaches Korner Shop

The seminar includes a 1 hour lecture and 3 hours of practice wiht a 45 minute lunch break.