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Timeless Legacy: A Black Belt Moment That Shaped History
It all starts with this iconic photo—a single moment frozen in time, capturing six black belts who helped shape the very foundation of...
Black Belt Team
Jul 12


Cover Story Throwback: Pat Burleson and Pat Johnson
The September 1969 issue of Karate Illustrated featured a young Pat Burleson alongside an even younger Pat Johnson—two trailblazers whose...
Black Belt Team
May 22


Cobra Kai vs. Miyagi-Do: The Martial Arts That Define The Karate Kid Franchise
When you think of The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai , what comes to mind? The legendary crane kick? The clash between aggressive violence and...
Justin Lee Ford
Feb 14


Larry Lam: Hollywood Stunt Coordinator from "The Ninja Turtles" to Working with Pat Johnson (Full Video Interview)
Larry Lam, a martial artist and stunt coordinator, discusses his background in kung fu and transition to taekwondo. He shares his experiences working with Pat Johnson and the evolution of his career from stuntman to fight coordinator and stunt coordinator. Larry also talks about the impact of technology on the industry and his upcoming projects. In the House of Nine Dragons segment, Larry answers rapid-fire questions about his favorite martial arts action stars and A-list sta
Black Belt Team
Mar 19, 2024
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