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The Passing of a Master
Hanshi Sid Campbell was known for his quick wit, passion for the martial arts, and his humor.

Jeet Kune Do Resource

Bruce Lee's Fighting Method: The Complete Edition
This definitive nearly-500-page hardcover presentation of Lee's classic fighting series is now available for pre-order!

Look Who Stopped By

Swordsmen, Grapplers and More Visit Black Belt
James Williams, Alain Cohen, Jean-Jacques Machado and many others!

Hall of Fame

Jim Wagner: 2006 Self-Defense Instructor of the Year
The reality-based pioneer has served his country as as a soldier, sheriff and SWAT team member.

From the Archives

Muay Thai Killer Kicks!
In this November 2007 article, Daniel C. Docto how to get the most power from your kickboxing techniques.

Essential Gear

Tiger Claw Featured in The New York Times
Taekwondo black belt tests several top brands of face shields and the results are in!

Who's Who

Floyd Burk

Black Belt Contributing Editor / Martial Arts Instructor

Celebrity Watch

Andy Summers: Rock Star Does Tai Chi Chuan
Guitarist for The Police talks with Black Belt about the art's discipline and its effect on his music.

Mixed Martial Arts

Tito Ortiz Flirts With Affliction
According to the Huntington Beach Bad Boy, Donald Trump just made his former apprentice the highest paid fighter in MMA history.