This premier event was inspired by publisher George Chung’s vision to elevate the martial arts industry..

Read on to see why we are so proud to honor this year's individuals receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award!

In this list, we feature the most influential women in martial arts. The criteria were simple: everyone on the list is a master in their...

In the span of the last seven decades, the global growth, achievements, and heightened awareness of Martial Arts owe much to the contributions of numerous Masters, champions and stars featured on this list. The editorial team at Black Belt acknowledges that, for many years, the magazine lacked diverse coverage across race and gender. While this list doesn't alter historical oversights, it serves as a recognition of the past.  Moving forward, there is a commitment to embracing