Reishiki - the Etiquette of Judo

The Reasons behind Judo's Stict adherence to Etiquette

Five Reasons Every Mom Needs Martial Arts

You’ve tried every class your gym has to offer: spin, cardio, yoga and they’re fun for a while, but you find yourself looking at the clock, thinking about all the things you need to do. Soon working out is just that, working out. It’s another chore on your list. If You’re looking for something that will challenge and inspire you, you will find it in a good martial arts school.

Knockout Kicks

I've seen fights ended because repeated leg strikes caused the leg to fail. If you can't stand on your leg, you can't effectively punch.

The Legend of Masamune Sword Smith

Just like in music there are such classics as Bach and Beethoven, Japanese sword-making exist some names that are associated with exquisite perfection and art. Masamune is definitely one of them. His swords are famous for quality and originality and are considered as an example of that fine art of sword-making.

Defining The Female Role In Japanese Fight Clubs

This article talks about Japanese fight clubs, and the way females are involved and react in them.

Weight Training and Martial Arts Training- Should You Do Both?

The first determination of whether or not you should do separate weight training is how it will affect your martial arts training. If weight training will take the place of your martial arts training, then I don’t recommend it (especially for beginners). Advanced martial arts students can make the determination depending on their personal goals.

Does Effective Self-Defense Require You Know How To Kill?

It is inconcievable that you can train someone in self-defense, self protection and yet ignore the subject of killing. How to use violence as an answer to a life threatening situation.

Krav Panim El Panim - The Israeli Elite Combat of Kapap

Israeli Special Forces Martial Arts applied into simplicity and lethalness way of Self Defense. The only True Reality based Martial arts that has been put to the test on daily basis. Hear what the system is all about.

What Women Need To Know To Survive An Attack

Women's Self-Defense Doesn't Have to be Difficult. Women and teens are gaining the knowledge and skills of the professionals, all from watching a DVD, listening to some CD's and using this unique self-defense flash card memory system. It's that easy!

Samurai Sword Handling

Sword in Japanese culture played a significant part throughout the history. Japanese sword was believed to have a kind of mystical air about it. A warrior approached his sword like a thing, or rather a person, imbued with the power and supernatural properties with utmost awe and respect.

Braziilian Jiu Jitsu for Beginners

Article on Jiu Jitsu. Jiu Jitsu is a Japanese martial art that is very effective against attackers. There are many Jiu Jitsu clubs in Orange County where it can be learned.

Mixed Martial Arts - The New Age Boxing

Article on mixed martial arts and the new age boxing which explains the origin, techniques used and training aspects these arts.

Capoeira Safety

Capoeira is very hard on the body, especially the knees and joints. Beginners often find out that after a short time of practicing capoeira moves, their bodies become tense and sore. Therefore, it is very important to stretch thoroughly after warming up, and again after your capoeira workout.

Gymnastics and Capoeira

Usually when one sees capoeira (regional) for the first time they notice fast kicks, the strange ground movements and the high flying acrobatics. Even though these flips look like showing off (many times they are), in capoeira, a flip can also be a dangerous weapon. A well-timed floreo (acrobatic move) is not only pretty, but it can also be used to cover distance, surprise your opponent, or can even be turned into a devastating attack.