“I’m an accountant,” the reader wrote. “I know finance. I know my sensei is making a bad decision with respect to an investment he’s...

We kick off the year strong, featuring the October/November 2019 Black Belt cover with Black Belt Hall of Famer Carlos Machado —the...

The martial arts industry is shaped by a diverse array of power players—whether they are screen stars, elite athletes dominating the mat,...

As Okinawan Goju-Ryu master Seikichi Toguchi liked to point out, the role of the legs in his style of karate is primarily locomotion....

Bill Wallace is a true living legend, a man who’s regarded as the world’s greatest kicker by nearly everyone in the martial arts...

Champion, master, and stuntman Chip Wright of Oregon graces the October 1988 cover of Karate/Kung-fu Illustrated  with his signature...

As we reflect on an incredible year filled with monumental moments in martial arts, Black Belt Magazine is proud to celebrate its first...

During the 10 years Leo Fong knew Bruce Lee, the two shared countless discussions about martial arts. Lee was particularly fascinated by...

Bruce Lee , captured in the iconic Wing Chun punch pose, visited the offices of Black Belt  magazine for these unforgettable photos later...

You know that sumo is Japan’s oldest martial art.That it goes back to Japan’s earliest civilization. That sumo bouts are mentioned in the...

"Fear is not my enemy; it is a friend. Fear is only allowing me to see an aspect of myself I was not willing to look at." – Mike Stone In...

In addition to karate, I teach traditional Japanese swordsmanship, usually with a bokken. When contact is to be made, however, we switch...

The word legend  conjures up images of larger-than-life figures who have performed unbelievable feats over the years. In the realm of...

Attack is imminent, you're ready with a stick strategy – and then life gets in the way! As a practitioner of arnis—or any other...

The July 1979 issue of Black Belt Magazine  spotlighted Ed Parker , the "Father of American Kenpo," demonstrating his dynamic and...

Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, Elvis, Steve McQueen, and thousands of other martial artist around the world can credit much of their growth in...

There is a moment, in some rituals of the tea ceremony, that calls for the kettle to be lifted from the charcoal brazier that heats it....

The September 1972 issue of Black Belt Magazine  captured James Yimm Lee, protege of the one and only Bruce Lee, demonstrating the...

Unfortunately, active-shooter incidents have become not only a frequent story on the nightly news but also a threat to people of all ages...

Tonight, while you sleep your deepest sleep, 100 black-clad figures gather in meditation. Their mantra fills the air around their...

Almost since its inception and especially since the art high-kicked its way into the 1988 Olympics, taekwondo has been renowned for its...

What a dynamic duo: Benny "The Jet" Urquidez and the late Howard "The California Flash" Jackson ! The two champions showcased their...

These days, it’s hard to watch a TV show or movie that includes a dojo scene without spotting a Body Opponent Bag (BOB) in the corner....

There’s a surprisingly long history of hair pulling in the annals of combat tactics, both sportive and on the battlefield. In this...