The Street Fighter  franchise isn't just a treasure trove of nostalgic combos and Hadoukens—it’s a celebration of martial arts from...

The techniques you see in MMA are not new techniques. They’re just a blending of old martial arts techniques. In MMA, we’re just taking...

"One of the major speed bumps is the need to do something... the more you seek, the less you find." – Alan Baker In this episode,...

Chuck Norris has worn many hats over the years. Beyond being a world-famous karate champion, he has appeared as a version of himself in...

Mike Tyson is famous for saying, “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Think what you want about the former...

In a world filled with martial arts legends, one family—one very big family—stands out as champions, innovators, and wise leaders..

The cover of the June 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine showcased the legendary B.J. Penn securing a tight hold on his training...

Established as the first BJJ academy in Texas, Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu Headquarters has evolved into a respected institution

“In preparing for battle, I have always found that plans are useless but planning is indispensable.” —President Dwight D. Eisenhower Jean...

Discover why we are thrilled to recognize this year's honorees - Machado Brothers as Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Instructors of the Year!

2024 Black Belt Hall of Fame Inductee Jean Jacques Machado is no stranger to the spotlight—featured on the 2008 cover and now...

Whether you’re aiming to soar like a superhero or deliver epic fight scenes, mastering martial arts is key....

These deadly martial arts are more than just combat sports; they are survival techniques, honed through generations to ensure victory...

In 2014 Arena merged with an entity known as 22. Mohammed Fayez, who worked as a banker and owner of 22, took over the administration..

We all know that the street is different from sport, but over time, I was able to blend self-defense elements from JKD, kali, silat....

Century Martial Arts hosted four Machado brothers (John, Carlos, Roger, and Rigan Machado) for a special seminar...

Even though many combat sports now incorporate grappling, it’s the rare martial artist who can navigate them all and put his skills to use..

A block was just a motion you made as you moved in to continue your defense. It either worked or you got hit.

Here are some Judo Arm locks for BJJ.

Rickson Gracie is widely regarded as the best of the best in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, but he’s so much more than that. He’s a Warrior, a...

We live in a pretty dangerous world these days. Despite our best efforts, a physical confrontation can happen at any time during even the...

Sandbagger. Every gym has at least one. I’m sure you think of a particular person in your gym when the word is mentioned. The term is...