Posts By: Somnath Sikdar

How to be better at everything you do

In our day-to-day we often come across folks that just seem "better" at certain things than others.   Often, we chalk this up to talent or ability, and perhaps, sometimes that is true. However, rather than being more talented, maybe they have a way of making things easier.  And, this "way" is likely unconscious to... Read more »

Martial Arts Classes in West Chester Pa | West Chester Taekwondo, Kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu Classes

A Quick Guide To Choosing The Right Martial Arts School in West Chester, PA and Instructor for You or Your Family Dear Prospective Martial Arts Student and Family:   Choosing a martial arts program and instructor isn’t just about finding something close to West Chester, class times and costs. There’s a lot more to consider... Read more »

Some further insight on what being a "Good" Martial Arts Student means

The other day, my friend Charlie Cottone of 8 Limbs Muay Thai in West Philly put up a really great post about what it means to be a good Muay Thai Student.  Check it out at the link below: http://www.8limbsacademy.com/a-good-student/ I'm going to slightly modify then elaborate on some of the questions he posed when... Read more »

Adult Martial Arts Classes in Exton, PA -- Take down series preview

Head Instructor Somnath Sikdar with student Pablo Camargo demonstrating some of the basic takedowns in our beginner's take down series for the Adult Martial Arts program at the Dragon Gym in Exton, PA The adult martial arts program is based on traditional korean tae kwon do and hapkido while incorporating some of the realities and... Read more »