The 4-Elements

The 4-Elements System

A Martial Art System based on Western World Views

When one studies most Asian Martial Arts, one is inundated with the belief systems of the cultures they come from.

You learn Buddhism, Shinto, Daoism, Confucianism as you learn Karate and Gongfu. You learn about a Universe made of the five elements: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood – or the world divided into the 8 symbols…

But what about a system built on a belief system that you already have in the bag?

There is no reason that a martial art or fighting system cannot be built on the four classical elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water used in Greek Philosophy, Golden Dawn, or Wicca.

Four Elements:

1. Fire
2. Water
3. Air
4. Earth

Each of these is a study in some aspect of fighting – an energy, an approach, or an intention.

Seven Planets:

1. Mercury
2. Venus
3. Sun
4. Mars
5. Jupiter
6. Saturn

Each of these is a study of the physical tools of the human body…  Los armas del cuerpo humano!

Twelve Animals:

1. The Ram
2. The Bull
3. The Twins
4. The Crab
5. The Lion
6. The Maiden
7. The Scales
8. The Scorpion and The Eagle
9. The Centaur Archer
10. The Goat
11. The Water Carrier
12. The Fishes

Each of these is a study in strategies, tactics, and attitudes.

Tree of Life:

• Middle Pillar
• Body/Sefirot alignment

Each of these is a study in structure, balance, and alignment.