Fighting Stars Cover Story Throwback: William Shatner
The 1974 cover celebrated his climb to fame and love of the martial arts...
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Black Belt Team
Jun 14
Are Martial Arts Classes Expensive? Asked and Answered
Are Martial Arts Classes Expensive? The cost of martial arts classes can vary based on three main factors: location, type of lessons, and...
Black Belt Team
Mar 9
How to Treat Epilepsy through Martial Arts Training?
Epilepsy stands as the most widespread chronic neurological condition globally, with an estimated 50 million people affected, according...
Black Belt Team
Oct 25, 2023
Stunt Doubling for Jackie Chan, Training Celebs and Dedication to Martial Arts with Simon Rhee
Master Simon Rhee is a World Taekwondo Kukkiwon certified 7th degree black belt and Tournament Grand Champion, a professional stuntman,...
Black Belt Team
Sep 29, 2023
Amir Aliakbari Talks July 14 Meeting With Dustin Joynson, Hopeful For Malykhin Rematch
Amir Aliakbari got off to a rough start when he joined ONE Championship, but the Iranian superstar has gotten back on the path toward the...
Andries Pruim
May 16, 2023
Martial Arts Associations and Social Media
How is social media relevant for growth of the organization. Are Martial Arts Associations relevant anymore? I wrote an article for Black...
Justin Lee Ford
Mar 15, 2023
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Best Martial Arts School
Stop! Before making the commitment to join a martial art school, there are a few questions which are important to consider. These...
Black Belt Team
Feb 27, 2023
Trailblazer: Burton Richardson
Burton Richardson is a Black Belt Hall of Famer and is a trailblazing instructor on the most comprehensive martial arts platform in...
Black Belt Team
Feb 20, 2023
Trailblazer: Dave Kovar
Dave Kovar is an 8th degree Black Belt and still growing and has Black Belt ranks in 10 unique martial art styles. Heis also a...
Andries Pruim
Oct 28, 2022
Black Belts of the Front Office
Focus on “Frictionless” Customer Service. What intrigue me the most of professional organizations like MAIA, Satori System, Premier...
Justin Lee Ford
Oct 6, 2022
The McDojo Excuse
I have a question. How do you identify a McDojo? I was in a conversation with a high-level martial artist, superbly skilled in his art...
Jackson Rudolph
Sep 26, 2022
5 Keys to Sport Karate Success: Part Two - Seek Mentorship
This is the second article of a five-part series in which I will be sharing my opinion on the five most important steps one must take on...
Barry A Broughton, Phd
Sep 14, 2022
Comprehensive Anatomy for Martial Arts
From stand-up striking, to grappling, and everything in between, Comprehensive Anatomy for Martial Arts will enhance your skillset and...
Annika Kahn
Jul 10, 2022
Martial Arts is the Best Meditation
We live on a planet hurtling through space at 67,000 miles per hour to make it around our sun every 365 days, not to mention our solar...
Raz Chen
Sep 26, 2021
Controversial Topics When Teaching Groups - Especially Teenagers- Is The Issue of Collective Punishm
One of the most controversial topics when teaching groups (especially teenagers) is the issue of collective punishment. I would define...
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