Online Education

Online tutorial for Kung Fu

Since I'm a fat bastard I decided to lose some weight. I watched a nice Shaolin program on Natiolal Geographic channel and I was astonished with what I saw. Zen and all that I'd like to ask all of you on this newsgroup if you know a good book on Kung Fu or an online tutorial. I'd be happy to do some exercises and if it's on Kung Fu I'd be twice happy! I'd prefer anything that has to do with taoism. I've heard that Shaolin Kung Fu is closely related to boudism. Is there a kung fu genr...

Are Minnesota drivers much dumber than those in the other states?

One of Jesse's justifications for vetoing the stay-right-except- to-pass bill is that it would 'unnecessarily confuse drivers in the metropolitan area'. This despite the fact that the law works well in many other states not known for their intelligent residents, such as New Jersey. Apparently, he thinks that Minnesota drivers are much dumber than those in the other states. He apparently feels congestion makes it too confusing. But really it's not at all complicated. If the road...

Have you done Skip Barber's Hi Performance Driving school?

Now, that the divorce is done I can finally do anything I want! One item close to the top of that list (behind subscribing to some, new reading material) is to learn some new driving skills. Skip Barber's Hi Performance Driving school came immediately to mind but I thought I would run it past this group before I sign up.Anyone here done this? Where did you go? How was the experience?I've never taken a Skippy School. But here are some facts: In terms of cost, a 2-day Barber school is abo...

What exactly should be taught in Driver's Education?

There was the recent scandal in the State of Illinios where the Governor received political contributions to allow unqualified truck drivers to obtain a driver's license to drive a truck. Such a truck driver caused an accident in Wisconsin killing children in an automobile. There are counties in southern states where people can obtain a driver's license without even taking a test with a bribe to a public county official. It should not be possible to get a license without a test or get a...

In the mood for a good sim driving game.I know this may not be the right newsgroup,but this group I read often.Anybody try these?

In the mood for a good sim driving game.I know this may not be the right newsgroup,but this group I read often.The 2 most popular I read about is GTR2 anf iFactor.Anybody try these?Both excellent driving sims.They have aids for less-experienced players,but are really aimed at more serious players.A good litmus-test-do you have a wheel for your PC, or plan on getting one? If yes,you qualify-plenty of people enjoy them without,though. GTR2 (and it's classic-cars cousin,GT Legends) are polish...

Is it a good deal to have truck driving?

I am cosidering a job in truck industry, but I do not have my driver licence yet. The thing is that the other day I called Schnider National, and they told me they are going pay for the School, and after I get my driver licence they are going to start paying me .27 cents a mile. plus $80.00 each time I unload the truck. Do you think this is a good deal? Actually, I live in Los Angeles, California and I have a job getting $ 9.50 per hour, but the thing is that the little money I earn g...

What I should pay attentiont o in order to pass Drivers Ed Written Test?

I'm taking my written test soon and wanted to know if anyone knew of any areas that I might want to pay special attention too (and not just the whole book. I can see that coming)I'd be inclined to say no. To pass the written test, just study the DMV Mot. book. To really get to know how to ride, there are some other excellent sources, but since the DMV test comes right out of their book (word for word sometimes), that makes it the best source for study....

Is there drivers education in Georgia?

Is there drivers education in Georgia? I grew up in Illinois where you were required to take drivers education in order to receive a license. If you did not take the class, you were eligible to take the test once you turned 18 (which may be a better age to start kids off in this state judging by the way they are killing each other).Driver's ed was taught in Dekalb Co. high schools as a standard course in the 1970s. There was a Tilly Mill Rd. exit, right after Buford Highway and I-285 Wes...

How long can I drive using my full US license before I have to apply for an Irish provisional & take the Irish test?

How long can I drive using my full US license before I have to apply for an Irish provisional & take the Irish test?I'm not sure what the time limit is (or even if there is one). I know that if you are resident here, you have to have an Irish license. Since getting a provisional license doesn't involve surrendering your Canadian (or whatever) license, you should get one as soon as you get here. Technically, this allows you to drive but only accompanied by a fully-licensed driver. Prac...