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Self-Defense vs. Self-Protection
Where should your focus be? These days, people seem to use the term “self-defense” as a catch-all. It’s become so overused that it has...
Annika Kahn
Sep 27, 2023


Kyokushin vs Muay Thai for Kickboxing
When we talk about kickboxing, we are usually talking about K-1 Rules, formerly known as Oriental Rules, or even better known as ‘the one...
Andrew Bryan
Sep 27, 2023


The Difference Between Judo And Karate
blackbeltmag.com The Difference Between Judo And Karate Gary Goltz 13–17 minutos For my Black Belt Blog for This week I wanted to share...
Gary Goltz
Jun 14, 2023


My BJJ Coaches Tell Their Stories
The popularity of Brazilian jiu-jitsu has grown by leaps and bounds in the last few decades. Roughly twenty years ago, Mike Ross, a...
Ian Lauer
Jun 4, 2023


Judo Blog: Why I Will Never Fight MMA
To round out my series of blogs on Women’s Judo, this story which appeared recently in MMA Fighting written by Guilherme Cruz. It messed...
Gary Goltz
May 25, 2023


Eskrima/Kali Essentials: the Filipino Martial Art of Stick, Hands and Blades
Also known as Arnis or FMA (Filipino Martial Arts), is a martial art style that originated from the Philippines. It is a weapon-based...
Black Belt Team
May 11, 2023


Are You Curious About Kali Silat? Here's an Intro Guide
Kali Silat is a martial art that originated in the Southeast Asian region, specifically in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia. It...
Bo Maxwell
Apr 19, 2023


Trailblazer: Jackson Rudolph
Jackson Rudolph is a trailblazing champion and is a featured instructor on the most comprehensive martial arts platform in...
Black Belt Team
Apr 3, 2023


What 14 Days of Intense Martial Art Training in Italy Taught Me: Part 1
They say hindsight is 20-20 and helps you figure everything out. I typically agree...except this time. Even with the world’s best pair...
Justin Lee Ford
Mar 30, 2023


Ippon Again! Excellent Introduction To Judo
For my Black Belt Judo Blog this week I want to share this article recently written by James Hurtado. Judo is on the rise in the gaming...
Gary Goltz
Mar 29, 2023


Trailblazer: Herb Perez
Herb Perez is an Olympic gold medalist in taekwondo and is a featured instructor on the most comprehensive martial arts platform in...
Black Belt Team
Mar 27, 2023


Why Should Judo be in the MMA's Spotlight
This article appeared on JudoInside.com website. One of the five original Olympic sports, judo has been a part of the global landscape...
Gary Goltz
Mar 22, 2023


Martial Arts as a Contribution to Safety
Since the dawn of civilization, men needed to develop their physical and spiritual abilities in order to survive. Since their...
David Stainko
Mar 9, 2023


Munich Self-Defense
In teaching self-defense, there is a great fear of giving students false confidence. We do not want our students to believe they can...
Raz Chen
Feb 8, 2023


Muay Thai Day Sees World Record Performance
February 6, celebrated as Muay Thai Day in Thailand, was marked by a Guinness world record as 3,660 participants joined together to...
Mark Jacobs
Feb 5, 2023


Romeo and Juliet With Kung Fu
The worlds of classical high culture and kung fu met this weekend in New York as the Hong Kong Ballet brought their version of "Romeo and...
Mark Jacobs
Jan 15, 2023


Mental Health, A Call to Action
I have been stalling on getting this piece out as I originally was going to reflect on Martial Arts- the year of 2022 in Winter Warrior...
Annika Kahn
Jan 4, 2023


Muay Thai & Spirituality
In sumo wrestling, tradition and spirituality are everything. The referees and judges will wear official, traditional clothes. The...
Andrew Bryan
Jan 4, 2023


Is Caged Muay Thai actually Muay Thai?
No. Well, maybe I should elaborate. When John Wayne Parr decided to set up his Caged Muay Thai promotion, he did it with a clear idea....
Andrew Bryan
Dec 28, 2022


2022's Dumbest Combat Sports Moments
Another year has ended and once again we are met with great and terrible combat sports moments. Title fights have been fought, legacies...
Andrew Bryan
Dec 21, 2022


Mortal Kombat, Martial Arts Stunts
Powerful punches. Killer kicks. Flaming fireballs. (Fireballs?) What if you could fight like a video game character? Enter Sofia...
Noel Plaugher
Dec 19, 2022


15 Minutes to Big Improvement: Essential Strength
As Martial Artists, we know that great technique has the potential to defeat raw strength in an altercation. However, for the...
Ian Lauer
Dec 15, 2022


The Cost of Doing Business in MMA (Part 2)
In the previous installment on this topic, it was suggested at great length that a dedicated fanbase like the one attached to Mixed...
John Lee
Dec 8, 2022


Martial Arts Training: Irradiation Principle
The irradiation concept is a must-know for anybody serious about martial arts and strength training. The principle of irradiation will ...
Jason Kelly
Dec 2, 2022
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