The following are testimonials to the martial expertise of Master James Eddings:
I am pleased to offer my opinon as to James Eddings-Sensei's reputation. I have known James for nearly 10 years and have seen his steady devotion to martial arts, particularly Judo and Ju-Jitsu. James earned a Godan (5th Degree Black Belt) in Nana Fukuro Ryu Ju-Jitsu and a Nidan (2nd Degree Black Belt) in Judo while studying with us at Seven Owl Dojo in
Ed Byers
Soke, Nana Fukuro Ryu Ju-Jitsu
Godan (Akayama Ryu Ju-Jitsu)
Sandan (USJA Judo)
Sandan (USJA Ju-Jitsu)
The Vagabond guys really know their stuff. I thought for awhile that I knew what Martial Arts was about, then I realized that I still had a lot to learn. People think they understand Combat until they come across someone even better and more skilled, but practical at the same time. James did this for me, in that he opened the door to real training and what it's all about. There is nothing greater than coming to the realization of how martial arts is about real combat, not pretty technique or any fancy drills. There really are some amazing things about martial arts that can help people grow into outstanding practitioners, in a short amount of time. You won't always find it in a dojo, but it's been there in front of you, the whole time. You can be practicing for years without being aware of it. Vagabond Martial Arts helps you see the light, the ability to understand yourself and whatever else it is you always wanted to know of how to make Martial Arts REALLY work. This attitude definitely puts to rest the idea that the typical martial artist can't defend himself when he goes out of the dojo environment.
Frank Fuller
7th degree Karate
6th degree Tang Soo Do
5th degree Ho Shin Do
I have been training in the Martial Arts since I was five years old. I am turning forty years old this year and I am still striving to improve my knowledge and skill as a Martial Artist. Through the years of studying I have realized how important it is to have a good instructor right from the start. I am grateful to have found Guro James Eddings and have him as my teacher. He is highly skilled in a number of fighting systems and he is one of the most well rounded Masters I have seen. Guro James is an expert both standing and on the ground, as well as, with a weapon or empty hand. More importantly he is a great instructor, he can not only teach a student exactly how to execute a technique properly but he can explain why the technique is done in that particular way. Vagabond Martial Arts is for anyone, from beginner to advanced, searching for a system that is well rounded and WORKS in the gym or on the street.
Jack J. McCrave
8th Degree Vadha Master
I’m really not comfortable ‘tooting my own horn’, but I just want anyone reading this to understand that I’ve got a fair amount of time and experience in the martial arts.
In 1962 I received my black belt in Shotokan karate at the age of 16 along with Bob Servidio, from Sandy Scotch in Erie,Pa. Bob went on to train with GM Bill Reeders and is now Master Servidio. I have an
I met Bill Reeders when I was 18 and saw for the first time what it is to be a true master of the martial arts.
When I met James Eddings I realized almost immediately that he is head and shoulders above anyone that I have seen in the martial arts since I moved from
If you are a beginner or a veteran looking to further your knowledge, no matter what form of martial arts you are interested in, I highly recommend James. From Judo to Jujitsu, Combat Grappling, Self Defense, Kali, Silat, Kun Tao, Taekwon-Do or Kung Fu, the more you know about the martial arts, the more impressed you are going to be when you start training with James.
Dan Smith
Orange Sash-Kun Tao
2nd degree Shotokan Karate
