Ron Van Clief on the August 1999 Cover Known worldwide as "The Black Dragon," Ron Van Clief retired as a 5-time world karate/kungfu...

By Terry L. Wilson More than four decades ago, Linda Denley made history when she became the first Black woman inducted into the Black...

After a certain number of years in karate-do, I sometimes imagine that nothing can surprise me. However, when a friend related a...

Donnie Williams hails from Savannah, Georgia, USA. Before embarking on his journey in martial arts and acting, Donnie served in the...

by Don Warrener Photos by Rick Hustead Ever since 1945, Okinawa, a tiny island in the Pacific, has been familiar to Westerners,...

As a striking coach, I try to make sure my fighters have the best and most efficient training possible. As such, I’ve designed a martial...

As we gear up for the big game, we are celebrating those gridiron warriors who not only had a passionate dedication to martial arts, but...

Howard Jackson's April 1974 Cover Howard Jackson, the "California Flash,'' is a former kickboxing, Muay Thai, and point karate world...

Considered the GOAT of women's sport karate, Linda Denley is an American karate champion who was born in Houston, Texas. She was rated...

To San 도산 Hyung 형 By Eric San Jose To San Hyung is a Beginner Form with great basic movement that has direct self defense applications. ...

By Terry L. Wilson More than four decades ago, Linda Denley made history when she became the first black woman inducted into the Black...

Black Belt Publisher George Chung sat down with Jesse Enkamp who calls himself “The Karate Nerd.” Jesse is a  #1 Amazon.com best-selling...

In the 1960s, the relationship between mainstream and marginal cultures was shaped by mutual borrowing and rejection. The 1960s was a...

Chung Gun Hyung by Eric San José Chung Gun Hyung for intermediate level. Introduces the cat stance for an easy transition to kicking.  I...

Black Belt Publisher George Chung sat down with Jesse Enkamp who calls himself “The Karate Nerd.” Jesse is a  #1 Amazon.com best-selling...

Black Belt Publisher George Chung sat down with Jesse Enkamp who calls himself “The Karate Nerd.” Jesse is a  #1 Amazon.com best-selling...

Po Eun 포은 Hyung 형 by Eric San Jose Black Belt form Po Eun 포은 Hyung 형 is done as if the practitioner had their back to a wall.   The fast...

“Judo isn’t really good for self-defense.” “Traditional karate competitions that don’t have any contact aren’t very exciting.” “Tai chi...

If you are competing in sport karate or have been following the expansion of traditional karate on the open circuit over the past few...

Ron Marchini, karate champion of the blood and guts era in the 1960s, graced the cover with a signature front kick! The article featured...

Best known to MMA fans as the “Warmaster,” Josh Barnett is the youngest UFC heavyweight champion in the history of the league. He is a...

THE KARATE BREAKER - MOVIE Released late 2023 - Worldwide Starring and Directed by Karate Star/Film Director Gary Wasniewski The Karate...

Some martial artists might decide to skip this Karate Way column because they figure they already know what a Kiai is. It’s the shout you...

Ed Parker, the "Father of American Kenpo Karate," featured on the February 1975 issue of Black Belt Magazine. Parker's cover story...