Crazy Monkey Boxing, now better known as the Crazy Monkey Defense (CMD) is a unique approach to boxing principles meant to be incorporated primarily in Self-Defense applications but has evolved to include Mixed martial arts. It was developed by South African martial arts coach Rodney King (not the same and no relation to Rodney King).
The Crazy Monkey Defense draws its main influence from boxing and the founder’s experience on the streets of Johannesburg but has incorporated elements from other martial arts such as Muay Thai , Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Greco-Roman wrestling and Mixed-Martial Arts.
The Crazy Monkey derived its name from a friend of Rodney’s who observed a troop of monkeys in South Africa that adopted a similar stance while being attacked by another troop. There is no relation or any influence from Monkey Kung Fu.
Key Principles
The CMD places a strong emphasis on self-preservation and practical application. Its techniques seek to use a human being’s natural instincts to augment its application and as such remain technically simple so that it can be used in high stress situations. There is a strong focus on challenge and personal mastery over the more traditional martial arts focus on competition and gradings.
Early training focuses heavily on developing a strong defense for a stand-up game. Training then proceeds to learning how to close the distance, clinch-fighting and finally grappling with an aim to returning to a stand up game. This training initially taps in to the individuals desire for survival, before moving through to success and finally personal mastery.
Stance and Posture
The stance is very squared, with the lead leg only slightly forward. This makes it easy for the practitioner to shoot or sprawl and also provides a solid platform to deliver punches from either hand.
When entering into punching range, the back is hunched, neck tucked in with shoulders shrugged, chin down, and the hands kept close to the body with the aim to reduce the surface area exposed while protecting vital parts of the body such as the chin, neck and body. This is what CMD practitioners call the ‘hunchback stance’.
Punches are delivered from the hunchback stance with the shoulders lifted up to protect the side of the head and chin and due to its similarity to a diver's movement when entering the water, it is called ‘diving-board punching’.
Coaching Methodology
While the stance and posture are the most obvious elements of Crazy Monkey Defense, there is an in-depth coaching methodology behind the delivery of it. This method has allowed the system to be used for sport, self-defence, law enforcement, military training or as a tool for self development.
The CMD program also places a strong emphasis in creating an environment where practitioners view training as playing rather than as a test of strength and ability. There is a downplay on physical dominance over another person as the main objective for training.
Clients are encouraged to co-create their training program and thus be an indispensable part and responsible for their personal growth.
The Crazy Monkey Defense draws its main influence from boxing and the founder’s experience on the streets of Johannesburg but has incorporated elements from other martial arts such as Muay Thai , Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Greco-Roman wrestling and Mixed-Martial Arts.
The Crazy Monkey derived its name from a friend of Rodney’s who observed a troop of monkeys in South Africa that adopted a similar stance while being attacked by another troop. There is no relation or any influence from Monkey Kung Fu.
Key Principles
The CMD places a strong emphasis on self-preservation and practical application. Its techniques seek to use a human being’s natural instincts to augment its application and as such remain technically simple so that it can be used in high stress situations. There is a strong focus on challenge and personal mastery over the more traditional martial arts focus on competition and gradings.
Early training focuses heavily on developing a strong defense for a stand-up game. Training then proceeds to learning how to close the distance, clinch-fighting and finally grappling with an aim to returning to a stand up game. This training initially taps in to the individuals desire for survival, before moving through to success and finally personal mastery.
Stance and Posture
The stance is very squared, with the lead leg only slightly forward. This makes it easy for the practitioner to shoot or sprawl and also provides a solid platform to deliver punches from either hand.
When entering into punching range, the back is hunched, neck tucked in with shoulders shrugged, chin down, and the hands kept close to the body with the aim to reduce the surface area exposed while protecting vital parts of the body such as the chin, neck and body. This is what CMD practitioners call the ‘hunchback stance’.
Punches are delivered from the hunchback stance with the shoulders lifted up to protect the side of the head and chin and due to its similarity to a diver's movement when entering the water, it is called ‘diving-board punching’.
Coaching Methodology
While the stance and posture are the most obvious elements of Crazy Monkey Defense, there is an in-depth coaching methodology behind the delivery of it. This method has allowed the system to be used for sport, self-defence, law enforcement, military training or as a tool for self development.
The CMD program also places a strong emphasis in creating an environment where practitioners view training as playing rather than as a test of strength and ability. There is a downplay on physical dominance over another person as the main objective for training.
Clients are encouraged to co-create their training program and thus be an indispensable part and responsible for their personal growth.
Pictish Mithraism is the belief system in the meanings of the Symbols carved on Pictish Stones in geographically what is now North East Scotland. It evolved from Roman Mithraism - a form of Mithraic Mysteries practiced in the time of the Roman Empire.
Incised carvings appeared on theses Stones after the Roman withdrawal and End of Roman rule in Britain at the beginning of the 5th century CE and have been deciphered as representing Mithraic beliefs.
A significant difference between the Roman and Pictish versions of Mithraism is that the former used an enclosed space as a place of worship (a temple or Mithraeum such as Rudchester ) whilst Pictish Mithraism utilised the Symbol Stones and the view beyond as Open Air Mithraea. This results in some of the astronomical iconography seen in a Roman Mithraeum (such as the celestial stars on Mithras’ cape) not requiring to be carved on the Stone as the Zodiac, for example, can be seen in the sky.
Garib Nagar - a slum area adjoins the Bandra East railway station in Mumbai was completely gutted out after a major fire broke out at the area on Friday, Mar 4 2011. Sources reported that more than 11 people are severely injured. The report stated that nine people are injured and have been rushed to Bhabha hospital. Fire destroyed more than 500 shanties.
Child actor Rubina Ali, who featured in the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire has lost her home in the major fire including her memories and awards of Slumdog Millionaire, that gutted several shanties in suburban Bandra. Earlier in June 2009, similar fire was broken out there Bandra near Behrampada area.
Background
The fire department is still to predict the cause of the fire even after few days of the incident. According to officials, the fire started from the centre of the plot at 7.45 pm on March 4 night and spread to the north and south because of multiple cylinder blasts. They also described the blaze as one of the biggest in the city in the last two years. More than 30 fire engines and 10 water tankers had been pressed into service.
The train services had also been affected due to fire.More than 500 huts have believed to be destroyed.
Response
Maharashtra government announced an interim relief of Rs 1000 each for those who have been rendered homeless in last night's blaze in a Bandra slum colony along the railway line. MaharashtraChief minister Prithviraj Chavan visiting Garib Nagar on Sunday(March 5) announced a compensation of Rs 25,000 to each family whose home was reduced to ashes in Friday's fire at Garib Nagar slum. CM has also set up a committee to look at the possibility of providing permanent rehabilitation to the victims. Western Railway on the other hand said that the portion of the middle Foot-Over-Bridge (FOB), which was damaged in the blaze, would be set right in the next three months.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleged that the fire in Garib Nagar slums was a "conspiracy". He also targeted child actor Rubina saying, "Rubina was provided a free house by the government after the success of the movie, why was she staying in the slums?"
Refences
Child actor Rubina Ali, who featured in the Oscar-winning Slumdog Millionaire has lost her home in the major fire including her memories and awards of Slumdog Millionaire, that gutted several shanties in suburban Bandra. Earlier in June 2009, similar fire was broken out there Bandra near Behrampada area.
Background
The fire department is still to predict the cause of the fire even after few days of the incident. According to officials, the fire started from the centre of the plot at 7.45 pm on March 4 night and spread to the north and south because of multiple cylinder blasts. They also described the blaze as one of the biggest in the city in the last two years. More than 30 fire engines and 10 water tankers had been pressed into service.
The train services had also been affected due to fire.More than 500 huts have believed to be destroyed.
Response
Maharashtra government announced an interim relief of Rs 1000 each for those who have been rendered homeless in last night's blaze in a Bandra slum colony along the railway line. MaharashtraChief minister Prithviraj Chavan visiting Garib Nagar on Sunday(March 5) announced a compensation of Rs 25,000 to each family whose home was reduced to ashes in Friday's fire at Garib Nagar slum. CM has also set up a committee to look at the possibility of providing permanent rehabilitation to the victims. Western Railway on the other hand said that the portion of the middle Foot-Over-Bridge (FOB), which was damaged in the blaze, would be set right in the next three months.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleged that the fire in Garib Nagar slums was a "conspiracy". He also targeted child actor Rubina saying, "Rubina was provided a free house by the government after the success of the movie, why was she staying in the slums?"
Refences
Gospo-Fella Entertainment is a Baton Rouge, Louisiana based independent gospel record company founded by Alton Lang, Jr., MBA and Loretta O’Neal, MBA. Their work encompasses the areas of production, marketing, and promotion of their artist’s recordings, videos, and movies. Their artists range from contemporary to rhythm and praise, from pop to urban contemporary.
History
In 2010, Alton Lang, Jr. and Loretta O’Neal founded Gospo-Fella Entertainment. In March 2011 Gospo-Fella Entertainment became the first gospel label to partner with indieExtreme, which provides marketing, management, and administrative services for independent artists and record labels.
Gospo-Fella Entertainment's debut release, "Gospo-Fella Entertainment presents The CountDown", was released on July 5, 2011. The compilation was distributed through indieExtreme/Universal Music Group/Fontana Distribution.
After the success of "The CountDown", Gospo-Fella Entertainment partnered with the Virginia Gospel Announcers Guild to sponsor the 2011 Virginia Gospel Announcers Guild Luncheon on September 17th, 2011. Gospo-Fella artists including Kevin G “The Music Maker,” Souled Out and Alayna Mayberry performed at the event and were joined by Earnest Pugh, Lucinda Moore and Norman Hutchins for the nighttime event.
On November 10th, 2011 "The CountDown" was nominated for 4 Rhythm of Gospel Awards. Nominations include:
*Alternative Gospel CD- “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”
*Alternative Christian Song of the Year- “Invincible featuring Alayna Maberry”
*Best Recording Artist with a featured Soloist- “Chosen to be Separated Featuring Kevin G The Music Maker”
*Special Event CD of the Year- “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”
On January 13th 2012, Gospo-Fella Entertainment served as a sponsor for R.I.T.E Marketing Firm’s Reception/Showcase during Stellar Awards weekend in Nashville, TN where Gospo-Fella recording artist Souled Out performed.
Artists
*Alayna Maberry
*Anthony Hall
*Kevin G
*Souled-Out
*Justin “Jay Fam” Scott
Releases
Compilation “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”- Various Artists,
July 5, 2011
*1. Gravity- Anthony Hall
*2. Love Revolution- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*3. Constantly- Kevin G The Music Maker
*4. Tear Down da Roof- Souled-Out
*5. Fall-Anthony Hall
*6. Change Me- Kevin G The Music Maker
*7. Invincible- Alayna Maberry
*8. Thank Ya- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*9. Chosen to be Separated (C2BS)-Kevin G the Music Maker
*10. Always- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*11. Your Love- Alayna Maberry
*12. Don’t Pray and Worry- Souled Out
*13. Blow Up- Kevin G the Music Maker
*14. Take Off- Anthony Hall
*15. Out of This World- Justin “Jay Fam” Scott
*“Constantly”- Kevin G The Music Maker, September 9, 2011- Music Video
History
In 2010, Alton Lang, Jr. and Loretta O’Neal founded Gospo-Fella Entertainment. In March 2011 Gospo-Fella Entertainment became the first gospel label to partner with indieExtreme, which provides marketing, management, and administrative services for independent artists and record labels.
Gospo-Fella Entertainment's debut release, "Gospo-Fella Entertainment presents The CountDown", was released on July 5, 2011. The compilation was distributed through indieExtreme/Universal Music Group/Fontana Distribution.
After the success of "The CountDown", Gospo-Fella Entertainment partnered with the Virginia Gospel Announcers Guild to sponsor the 2011 Virginia Gospel Announcers Guild Luncheon on September 17th, 2011. Gospo-Fella artists including Kevin G “The Music Maker,” Souled Out and Alayna Mayberry performed at the event and were joined by Earnest Pugh, Lucinda Moore and Norman Hutchins for the nighttime event.
On November 10th, 2011 "The CountDown" was nominated for 4 Rhythm of Gospel Awards. Nominations include:
*Alternative Gospel CD- “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”
*Alternative Christian Song of the Year- “Invincible featuring Alayna Maberry”
*Best Recording Artist with a featured Soloist- “Chosen to be Separated Featuring Kevin G The Music Maker”
*Special Event CD of the Year- “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”
On January 13th 2012, Gospo-Fella Entertainment served as a sponsor for R.I.T.E Marketing Firm’s Reception/Showcase during Stellar Awards weekend in Nashville, TN where Gospo-Fella recording artist Souled Out performed.
Artists
*Alayna Maberry
*Anthony Hall
*Kevin G
*Souled-Out
*Justin “Jay Fam” Scott
Releases
Compilation “Gospo-Fella Entertainment Presents The CountDown”- Various Artists,
July 5, 2011
*1. Gravity- Anthony Hall
*2. Love Revolution- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*3. Constantly- Kevin G The Music Maker
*4. Tear Down da Roof- Souled-Out
*5. Fall-Anthony Hall
*6. Change Me- Kevin G The Music Maker
*7. Invincible- Alayna Maberry
*8. Thank Ya- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*9. Chosen to be Separated (C2BS)-Kevin G the Music Maker
*10. Always- Ernest & Ericka Jackson
*11. Your Love- Alayna Maberry
*12. Don’t Pray and Worry- Souled Out
*13. Blow Up- Kevin G the Music Maker
*14. Take Off- Anthony Hall
*15. Out of This World- Justin “Jay Fam” Scott
*“Constantly”- Kevin G The Music Maker, September 9, 2011- Music Video