UFC: The Evolution of Mixed Martial Arts

Read about the Evolution of Mixed Martial Arts and see how the fighting game has become more dynamic and skilled then ever before. MMA fighters are the most skilled and the best conditioned athletes on the planet. Read this article and begin your journey to becoming a true Mixed Martial Artist.

What is Tai Chi - Not Merely A Martial Art

What I practice is a very specific pattern of movements, attempting to execute a set of principles. The movements have martial implication, if not application, and are sequenced in a way that allows me to practice with a sense of an opponent's attack/defend tactics. Practice time is a period of releasing the incessant, insistent noise of contemporary society, and retreating to a more contemplative personal experience.

Anderson Silva Is The Real Deal

Mixed Martial Arts wizard Anderson Silva will face Ultimate Fighter season 4 winner Travis Lutter in February 2007. Will he have another dominant win, or did he get lucky in his last two fights?

Tie A Karate Belt Well To Avert Disaster At The Dojo

There is nothing as exciting as a child's first karate class. Learning to tie a karate belt is very important to avert disaster in front of the other kids, as I discovered the hard way!

Flexibility and Strength in Martial Arts

The ability to relax and release power at exactly the right moment is what differentiates an average exponent of martial arts from a great one. Strength is required to utilise flexibility to its best advantage, and the combination of both combines with timing and relaxation to produce maximum power to maximum effect.

Discover The Ancient Art of Shaolin Kung Fu

My favorite martial art to watch on a movie is shaolin kung fu. It has an exotic past, and is visually spectacular.

A Kickboxer Discovers Tai Chi

I got bored of the same routine at the gym, and accidentally found a Tai Chi class. My ego told me it was dumb and for old people... but I went anyhow. I have fallen in love with this soft martial art!

5 Tips On Shaolin Kung Fu Exercises

Shaolin Kung Fu is more than just what you see in the movies or TV. Here are 5 simple exercises you should master if you want to be the next Jet Li.

What Does Functional Swords Mean

The term Functional Swords is widely used but not understood. This article may help to explain this confusing term for sword buyers.

Kensei – Sword Saint

He would go on to win over 60 duals defeating or killing all that came before him in combat regardless of weapon. His challengers would use staffs, swords, and a variety of other weapons while he would use his katana or bokken. While many samurai used only their katanas, Musashi pioneered two-sword combat by using his wakizashi and katana together.

Wing Chun Footwork - It's Not Chinese Dancing!

Wing Chun is not difficult to learn and very quickly you can be practicing techniques and footwork to improve your level.

Strength, Flexibility and Power in Martial Arts

The five major attributes of a true exponent of martial arts are strength, flexibility, power, supreme fitness and speed of reflex. The development of strength and flexibility is discussed together with they way they combine to provide true martial power.

Learn the Safe and Correct Techniques of Cardio Kickboxing

Moving to music and incorporating high intensity combinations of upper body drills, kicking routines and heavy bag work this aerobic exercise class will help you increase your physical fitness, stamina, coordination, and strength as you learn kickboxing moves and basic martial arts techniques.

Learn The Devastating Martial Arts That Made Bruce Lee Famous

What were the true secrets behind Bruce Lee's success in martial arts? Take a peek at the man and his technique.