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The Cane for Health

By Jo Gardner | July 29, 2021

First of all, always consult with a medical professional before taking on a new exercise program.  Even though these exercises use the cane for health, your physician can guide you on how much to take on. More than Mobility Aid But those who use a cane as a mobility aid, already know the cane has…

Something Cane-pletely Different

And Now for Something Cane-pletely Different

By Jo Gardner | June 29, 2021

Take a moment to consider that: GM Mark Shuey is an 8 times world champion competitor. Now consider the training system that is something “cane-pletely” different.

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The Difference Between Cane Exercise & Other Workouts

By Jo Gardner | June 24, 2021

“Stretching is one of the most beneficial exercises for the body. It helps relax tight knotted muscles and helps increase blood circulation to the muscles.” – from The Cane Exercise, Wellness, and Rehabilitation Manual Vol. 1

Safe training that packs a powerful punch

Pick up Your Cane and Let’s Move!

By Jo Gardner | May 28, 2021

Cane training under powerhouse Grandmaster Mark Shuey offers safe training that packs a powerful punch.

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Why Seniors Should Use Canes

By Jo Gardner | May 25, 2021

The cane is a mobility aide as well as a medical aide, but a cane is also a weapon.

KATA Wares 2021

KATA Wars 2021- And The Grand Cane Master Mark Shuey

By Jo Gardner | April 28, 2021

on May 8th, National Sport Karate Museum Presents: KATA Wars Championship, a PKA recommended elite event.

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The Best Form of Martial Arts for People Over 50

By Jo Gardner | April 22, 2021

The American Cane System was developed specially for older students of Martial Arts.

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Zoom Opens Martial Arts Training Across the Nation

By Jo Gardner | March 17, 2021

Grandmaster Mark Shuey, of North Lake Tahoe Martial Arts, & The American Cane System now streams Zoom yoga and Cane techniques.

Martial Arts Effect on the Brain

Martial Arts’ Effect on the Brain

By Jo Gardner | March 10, 2021

It is the Martial Arts’ effect on the brain that I find stunning.

Why The American Cane System

By Jo Gardner | February 26, 2021

The American Cane System is an exciting and fun, way to learn self-defense techniques, while gaining strength, independence and confidence. But I wondered why the American Cane System was created.

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