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Note that Rick Tew’s Mixed Martial Arts and the Martial Science - Ninjitsu is ever-changing and we want to focus on your own strengths and weaknesses.
Although we offer a complete system in the martial arts it is really just a guideline to help you master your own personalized system. However, Mr. Tew has spent more than 20 years in the field of the Martial Arts and Ninjitsu and this system is exactly what you need to excel in the martial arts or personal development. People that attempt to offer similar programs are usually copying what we have created for you. If you are a member of RTMS then you are one of the few to get it from the source.
As a Member you will use a Levels Guide that is designed to record your progress. It is essential to the growth of your martial arts training. Use it as a guide for achieving mastery in the Martial Arts.
LEVELS
There are 5 levels required for Instructor Status (see the left sidebar), each with 18 individual lessons. The 18 lessons are made up of 2 skills or techniques from the following 9 areas of focus in the Martial Science:
01 Martial Art Stances
02 Rolls used in the Martial Arts
03 Martial Art Falls
04 Strike used in the Martial Arts
05 Martial Art Kicks
06 Body Movement used in the Martial Arts, Free Running etc.
07 Martial Art Knowledge for personal security and self-growth
08 Martial Arts Combat Training tactics and strategies
09 Weapons of the martial arts
TESTING
There are two boxes next to each specific technique. Mark the first box when you have been taught or studied the specific skill. You mark the second box when you receive a passing grade from an instructor on that specific lesson. When performing for the instructor to TEST, you must demonstrate the following:
1. Demonstrate the skill
2. Apply the skill
3. Show knowledge of the skill
For example, if you’re testing on a forward roll, you might:
1. Show the roll alone = demonstrating competency
2. Show how the roll could be used when pushed = application
3. Show how to teach a person to do a proper roll = knowledge
There are also lines and spaces for you to take notes and keep personal records. These will assist you in your training. So be sure to make use of them and review your notes daily.
Use the class sheets to take notes for each of your classes. You will need to make copies for future classes.
You may test one skill at a time in any level.
First, read the text for any technique / lesson and then watch the videos. Master physically the skill and then teach it to the camera as if you were Mr. Tew. Later, you will form your own unique way of teaching, but for now stick the our format to ensure that you PASS each lesson. When testing, run your lesson through the following filter:
- What is the Technique
- When do I use this Technique
- Where do I use this Technique
- Why do I use this Technique
- Who is this technique for
That is what we want for every technique, using the 5-W System and filter it through and talk about each section how it applies to the Technique.
What
This is where you demonstrate the technique from all sides and explaining as clearly as possible what the technique is. It is also the section where you teach how to perform the technique.
When and Where
Some concepts will be similar such as, where and when. Mostly they are used for the applications.
Why
These are all of the reasons why it is important to learn this skill or technique.
Who
The who is often obvious and will not apply directly at all lessons. However, clarifying that a jab is an important tool for a boxer is key information you would need to know and how you might apply using the who part of the 5W Filter.
You will find most of what you need to know right in the text we provide. It comes down to how well you know the material and can perform the techniques. Then, all the questions will just fall into place, but it will take some time to get used to teaching - just stick to it.
Here is an example of a student testing for Flat Fall Forward:
Ranking
When you have passed each lesson or all the lessons for each level, you will receive certification for that lesson or level and in turn be able to teach RTMS up to that level.
You can test for your next rank by either:
- Attending a live training event
- Uploading your video for an instructor to view
When you are ready to test, contact a NinjaGym representative. Be sure to include your name, test level and lesson # and technique.
Video Tips
Most likely your files are TOO BIG!
If you are preparing your video to upload, please remember that you want to keep the file size as small as possible. You may need to do some testing on your computer by making a few different versions before selecting the set format for all your videos in the future.
It simply needs to be viewable so that we may can test you.
For any members out there with video experience, please feel free to share your tips so members have all the information they need to get the most out of this Web site. What you need to do is compress your videos so that they are smaller file size. Almost any video program will be able to do this.
In Adobe Premier I select export€ť then choose a 512 format which is small enough to upload.
Since many people will be using MS Windows, it should have the program: Movie Maker on it: start -> all programs -> movie maker
In Windows Movie Maker you:
- Import the video
- Edit it (if you need to)
and when you are ready to make a smaller version you select
- Finish Movie and the choice -> Send To The Web.
After you give your new file a NAME you will have options to choose from. Depending on the length of your video the first or second option might work. Otherwise choose:
- Show more choices -> then Other Settings
HERE are some great tips from Windows on deciding what to do. Note that most this information is the same for other video editing software:
Choosing a movie setting for the Web
This page lets you select a movie setting for your saved movie so you can best match the total bandwidth your audience has available to connect to the Web and watch your movie. By selecting the right setting, you can ensure that your movie plays at a quality level that is acceptable, regardless of your audience’s connection speed. For information about choosing movie settings and the role Internet connection speeds play in choosing a setting, see Understanding connection speeds.
The following options are available when saving a movie that contains both video and audio.
Dial up modem (56 Kbps)
Specifies that your audience will most likely use a dial-up modem (at approximately 56 Kbps) to connect to the Web and watch your movie.
ISDN (64 Kbps)
Specifies that your audience will most likely use an ISDN connection (at approximately 64 Kbps) to connect to the Web and watch your movie.
DSL, cable modem, or higher (384 Kbps)
Specifies that your audience will most likely use a broadband connection (at approximately 384 Kbps or higher) to connect to the Web and watch your movie.
Best fit to file size
Specifies that you want your movie file size to fit within a certain size. This is helpful to use if the video hosting provider places any file size limits on movies that are sent to their server. You can then choose a maximum file size. This option appears if you click Show more choices.
Other settings
Provides additional movie settings for your movie. This option appears if you click Show more choices. 5 MB is actually the biggest I would let it get, some of the videos can be up to 7 MB, but I don’t recommend getting it too big.
Something else to note, you will (probably) be converting your MPEG files into .wmv files. Also another good format is mpeg4 or what we use is .flv
Have Fun
The main idea is to enjoy the process. I call it, Riding the Rainbow. Where you focus on the trip as opposed to the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. So get involved - show us your talents and help others achieve greatness while they help you improve your skills as well.
You may ask yourself, "What if I don't have a video camera?" Here are a few quick and easy solutions for you to get started right away:
 Borrow a camera from a friend or someone you know
Purchase an inexpensive digital webcam
If you own a laptop, it might also have a built in Web cam and if you are in the market for a laptop - be sure to get one with a web cam.
Use your digital photo camera. Sensei Tew carries an Adventure Camera that has over an hour video recording - it is the (Olympus - Stylus 770) Shockproof, Waterproof and Freezerproof. Perfect for your everyday Ninja needs :-)
You may want to pick up a Video camera with Built in Hard Drive which saves time and money.
If your looking for a used camera, try craigslist.com or ebay.com
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