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  White Supremacist Incidents Are Rising: How Njia Uhuru Kipura Counters Hate on All Fronts Recent reports confirm an alarming rise in white supremacist incidents across the United States. From flash demonstrations to targeted hate crimes, these acts are designed to instill fear, suppress resistance, and enforce systems of racial and economic oppression. But how do African Americans counter these threats effectively—physically, socioeconomically, and politically? Mwalimu Mtaalam Ras Fletcher, through THE ATACX GYM and his Njia Uhuru Kipura system, provides a holistic approach to addressing these challenges. His whole human development methodology strengthens Black communities by integrating combat training, economic empowerment, and political awareness. Here’s how his system tackles the three primary ways hate groups target African Americans : 1. Physical Attacks and Intimidation Hate groups have historically relied on physical violence to terrorize African Americans. From l...

Preventing Systemic Racism Through Education, Media, Employment, and Policy Reform: The Power of Mkakati Ngazi ya Kwanza (Kuzuia) A Racist Incident That Exposes the Urgency of Prevention On November 21, 2024, a horrifying incident in Folcroft, Pennsylvania, laid bare how deep racism runs in our society. John Romano, a 46-year-old former worker for J & P Fencing, was operating a forklift that blocked traffic on Hook Road. When a Black woman, driving a blue Chevy Camaro, honked to express her frustration, Romano exploded into a racist tirade. His response was, “Who the f * are you beeping at? Shut up b****!”** As the woman tried to maneuver around his forklift, things escalated rapidly. Romano jumped out and started hurling racial slurs, calling her a "monkey" and saying, “You know what n ***, go get a f****** banana. I am not dealing with you today.”** He even threatened to find out where she lived, to call for her car to be towed, and to physically assault her, repeatedl...

  Njia Uhuru Kipura, Smai Tawi, and the Fight Against Medical Racism Black Americans have long faced systemic brutality not only at the hands of police but within the walls of hospitals and healthcare institutions. Medical racism has deep historical roots and continues to manifest in both subtle and deadly ways. However, holistic systems like Njia Uhuru Kipura and Smai Tawi , with their foundations in spirituality, physical training, and self-defense, offer both preventive and corrective solutions to the physical and psychological toll inflicted by these injustices. This blog explores how these Afrocentric traditions, emphasizing fitness, agility, meditation, and resilience, directly address medical disparities. We also expose the deep history of medical brutality, linking specific incidents to the present-day need for holistic, empowering training that dismantles the structures of oppression. The Legacy of Medical Racism: A Grim History The story of Bruce Tucker , whose hear...

#### Aplicando las Estrategias del Nivel 1 para Enfrentar Golpes, Patadas y la Violencia Juvenil   El **ATACX Gym**, liderado por **Mwalimu Mtaalam Ras Fletcher**, enfatiza las  **Estrategias del Nivel 1**—**Prevención, Evitación, Escape, Evasión, Desescalada, Control, Destrucción**— como herramientas fundamentales para enfrentar la violencia física, especialmente las formas más comunes como golpes y patadas. Estas estrategias también sirven como principios universales para abordar los desafíos sistémicos que enfrentan las comunidades en riesgo. Aquí te mostramos cómo se aplican las Estrategias del Nivel 1 : ---   # ## 1. **Prevención** **Objetivo:** Evitar situaciones violentas antes de que ocurran. - **Para la Violencia Física:**   - Enseñar habilidades como el manejo de la ira, la resolución de conflictos y la inteligencia emocional.   - Implementar sesiones de entrenamiento estructuradas de **Njia Uhuru Kipura**, enfocadas en el auto...

  Samori Touré: The Lion of the Mandinka and Master of Resistance Samori Touré: The Lion of the Mandinka and Master of Resistance Samori Touré (c. 1830 – June 2, 1900) was a legendary West African military and spiritual leader, known for founding the Wassoulou Empire and leading one of the most formidable anti-colonial resistances against French expansion in the 19th century. His story is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of African resistance movements during the era of colonial conquest. Early Life and Rise to Power Born in the early 1830s in what is now Guinea, Samori belonged to the Mandinka ethnic group. His early years were shaped by the political and military conflicts that followed the decline of great African empires such as Mali, Songhai, and Wagadu (Ghana). These regions had earlier been influenced by Islamic expansion through invasions led by Arab and Berber traders and warriors during the Almoravid and later campaigns across the Sahel. Samori’...

#### Aplicando as Estratégias de Nível 1 para Enfrentar Socos, Chutes e Violência Juvenil   O **ATACX Gym** , liderado por **Mwalimu Mtaalam Ras Fletcher**, enfatiza as  **Estratégias de Nível 1**—**Prevenção, Evitação, Fuga, Evasão, Desescalonamento, Controle, Destruição**— como ferramentas fundamentais para lidar com a violência física, especialmente as formas mais comuns como socos e chutes.  Essas estratégias também servem como princípios universais para enfrentar desafios sistêmicos enfrentados por comunidades em risco.  Veja como as Estratégias de Nível 1 são aplicadas a essas questões:   --- ### 1. **Prevenção** **Objetivo:** Evitar situações violentas antes que surjam. -  **Para Violência Física:** - Ensinar habilidades como gerenciamento de raiva, resolução de conflitos e inteligência emocional. - Implementar sessões de treinamento estruturadas de **Njia Uhuru Kipura**, focadas em autocontrole e consciência situacional. ...

Então você acha que não devemos chutar alto em uma briga de rua, hein? Esses são apenas dois exemplos que me levam ao ponto principal: Se você treina uma técnica adequadamente, você pode e irá usá-la corretamente. Ponto final. A Verdade Sobre Chutes em Brigas de Rua e Autodefesa Contagem de Palavras: 1.230 | Tempo Estimado de Leitura: 6 Minutos A Verdade Sobre Chutes em Brigas de Rua e Autodefesa Os chutes muitas vezes são mal compreendidos e subestimados em brigas de rua e cenários de autodefesa. Muitas pessoas acreditam que os chutes exigem muito espaço para serem eficazes ou que demoram demais para serem executados. Essa crença não é apenas completamente falsa, mas também destaca o problema raiz: treinamento inadequado de chutes. Os Principais Problemas com Chutes no Combate A ideia de que os chutes são impraticáveis decorre de erros comuns no treinamento: Treinamento Ruim de Chutes: Falta de foco na técnica, geração de força e controle. Escolha Ruim de Alvos: Fal...

  Alors, vous pensez qu’on ne devrait pas donner de coups de pied hauts dans une bagarre de rue, hein ? Ces deux exemples suffisent à démontrer mon point :  Si vous entraînez correctement une technique, vous pouvez et allez l'utiliser correctement. Point final. La Vérité sur les Coups de Pied en Bagarres de Rue et en Autodéfense Nombre de Mots : 1 230 | Temps de Lecture Estimé : 6 Minutes La Vérité sur les Coups de Pied en Bagarres de Rue et en Autodéfense Les coups de pied sont souvent mal compris et sous-estimés dans les bagarres de rue et les scénarios d'autodéfense. Beaucoup pensent que les coups de pied nécessitent trop d’espace pour être efficaces ou prennent trop de temps à exécuter.  Cette croyance est non seulement complètement fausse, mais elle souligne un problème fondamental : un mauvais entraînement des coups de pied. Les Principaux Problèmes avec les Coups de Pied en Combat L’idée que les coups de pied sont impraticables découle d’erreurs courantes dans l’en...

  ¿Así que crees que no deberíamos patear alto en una pelea callejera, eh? Estos son solo dos ejemplos que me llevan al punto principal:  Si entrenas una técnica adecuadamente, puedes y la usarás correctamente. Punto final. La Verdad Sobre las Patadas en Peleas Callejeras y Autodefensa Conteo de Palabras: 1,230 | Tiempo Estimado de Lectura: 6 Minutos La Verdad Sobre las Patadas en Peleas Callejeras y Autodefensa Las patadas a menudo son malentendidas y subestimadas en peleas callejeras y escenarios de autodefensa. Muchas personas creen que las patadas requieren demasiado espacio para ser efectivas o que toman demasiado tiempo para ejecutarse.  Esta creencia no solo es completamente falsa, sino que resalta el problema principal: mal entrenamiento de patadas. Los Problemas Principales con las Patadas en el Combate La idea de que las patadas son imprácticas proviene de errores comunes en el entrenamiento: Mal Entrenamiento de Patadas:  Falta de enfoque en la técnica, ge...

  Unadhani hatupaswi kupiga teke la juu kwenye mapigano ya mitaani, sivyo? Hili ni somo rahisi: Ukijifunza mbinu ipasavyo, unaweza na utaweza kuitumia ipasavyo. Na hilo halina mjadala. Ukweli Kuhusu Mateke Katika Mapambano ya Mtaani na Kujilinda Idadi ya Maneno: 1,230 | Muda wa Kusoma: Dakika 6 Ukweli Kuhusu Mateke Katika Mapambano ya Mtaani na Kujilinda Mateke mara nyingi hueleweka vibaya na kupuuzwa katika mapigano ya mitaani na hali za kujilinda. Watu wengi wanaamini kwamba mateke yanahitaji nafasi kubwa sana ili kuwa na ufanisi au yanachukua muda mrefu mno kuyatekeleza. Imani hii siyo tu kwamba ni potofu kabisa, bali pia inaonyesha tatizo la msingi: mafunzo mabaya ya mateke. Changamoto Kuu Kuhusu Mateke Katika Mapigano Wazo kwamba mateke hayafai hutokana na makosa ya kawaida kwenye mafunzo: Mafunzo Mabaya ya Mateke: Kukosa msisitizo kwenye mbinu, nguvu, na udhibiti. Uchaguzi Mbaya wa Malengo: Kushindwa kulenga maeneo muhimu kama magoti, kinena, tumbo, au ndam...

So. You think we shouldn't kick high in a street fight, huh? These are just two instances that bring me to my point: If you train a technique properly? You can and will use it properly. Period.    ### The Truth About Kicks in Street Fights and Self-Defense **Word Count: 1,230 | Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes** ---   ### The Truth About Kicks in Street Fights and Self-Defense Kicks are often misunderstood and underestimated in street fights and self-defense scenarios. Many people believe that kicks require too much space to use effectively or take too much time to execute. **This belief is not only completely untrue but underscores the root problem: poor kick training.**   --- ### The Core Issues with Kicks in Combat   The idea that kicks are impractical stems from common mistakes in training:   1. **Bad Kick Training:** Inadequate focus on technique, power generation, and control.   2. **Poor Target Selec...