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Articles, News & InsightsAugust 13, 2025August 12, 2025

The Meaning of the Shin Gan Dojo Emblem

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Just as the name Shin Gan Dojo holds deep significance for us, so does our emblem. Every element was carefully chosen to reflect the values we strive to embody on and off the mat. The Heart of the Emblem: Shin (真) At the very center …

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Articles, News & InsightsAugust 4, 2025August 4, 2025

The Meaning Behind Our Name: Shin Gan Dojo

Japanese kanji characters that mean Shin Shin Shin Gan, God's Heart, God's Eyes. and text that says "Have you ever wondered about the meaning behind our Dojo name?"

Have you ever wondered about the significance of our dojo name?  At Shin Gan Dojo, our name is more than just a title; it’s a reflection of our core philosophy, our spiritual foundation, and the ultimate goal we strive for in our training and in …

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ArticlesJuly 20, 2025July 30, 2025

Breaking Free: Kid Self-Defense in Action

Young boy in a karate stance at Shin Gan Dojo martial arts in Liberty Hill Texas

Breaking Free: Kid Self-Defense in Action In martial arts, even the smallest defender can take control. Through focused training, kids learn to stay calm under pressure, think clearly, and respond with purpose — even in challenging situations. By practicing how to react when grabbed or …

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ArticlesAugust 19, 2024August 4, 2025

The Three-Spoke Wheel of Success

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Wheel of Success: Over the years I’ve watched many of our martial arts students come and go. I’ve pondered this question many times: Who sticks with it and why?

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ArticlesJuly 15, 2024August 4, 2025

Principles of Achieving Success

Martial Art students at Urban Defense Academy, Shin Gan Dojo in Liberty Hill Texas.

At the Shin Gan Dojo and Urban Defense Academy, we use the Principles of Achieving Success to reach our goal of obtaining mastery of Ninpo Taijutsu and Armed Self Defense. Black Belt is only the gateway, the first goal. Mastery of the art is the ultimate …

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ArticlesNovember 8, 2021July 30, 2025

Beginnings: How Sensei Found the Martial Arts

Sensei Brian Simmons

For those interested in a little more background on Sensei Brian Simmons beginnings in martial arts, here is some deeper history. Sensei Brian Simmons’ interest in martial arts began around 1990. Lost in a world of confusion, he came to believe that the discipline of …

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ArticlesOctober 11, 2021July 30, 2025

Why Learn to Fall?

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Learn to fall and roll in ways that save your body help prevent or minimize injuries from falls that can happen in our every-day lives.

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