Welcome

Welcome to Bugei Fever! “Bugei” (武芸) is a Japanese word for martial arts (literally “warrior arts”) and “Bugei Fever” is a play on words, comparing “Boogie Fever”, the hit song from the mid-70s, with my feelings about the martial arts.

In the song, the singer’s girlfriend can’t stop dancing - “She’s got the boogie fever.” Likewise, I can’t get enough of the martial arts. I’ve got the bugei fever! (And I hope you do too.)

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Ed

Ed

Founder

About Ed

Ed Chandler is a martial artist, IT professional, world traveler, and all-around nerd. Originally from Central Illinois, he now lives in Mesa, Arizona, with his wife and two dogs.

Ed’s martial journey began at age 7 when he enrolled in Judo at his local YMCA. He switched to Shotokan karate when his Judo coach moved away, and has been training and teaching ever since.

Ed holds a 5th-degree black belt in Shotokan karate and “dabbles” in Aikido.

Interests
  • Karate
  • Travel
Education

  • B.A. Mathematics Education, 1995

    Illinois State University

  • B.A. History, 1995

    Illinois State University