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Cover Story Throwback: Larry Lam and Richard Brandon
The August 2002 cover featured martial arts stuntman extraordinaire Larry Lam and the late Richard Brandon—two influential figures who...
Black Belt Team
6 days ago


Fight Like Everyone’s Watching! What It’s Really Like to Be a Martial Arts Performer
Most of us would love to be in movies. Unfortunately, no matter how good we are, most will never get a chance to perform on film. The...
Mark Jacobs
Apr 29


Cover Story Throwback: Peter Morales
He brought a new level of performance to an era when traditional forms still dominated the tournament circuit. Peter Morales , featured...
Black Belt Team
Apr 27


Cover Story Throwback: Christine Bannon-Rodrigues
Featured on the cover of Black Belt 's December 2005 issue, Christine Bannon-Rodrigues poses with grace and power. The Rhode Island...
Black Belt Team
Apr 6


Are Street Fighter’s Moves Real? The Martial Arts That Inspired Them!
The Street Fighter franchise isn't just a treasure trove of nostalgic combos and Hadoukens—it’s a celebration of martial arts from...
Justin Lee Ford
Nov 22, 2024


Martial Arts for Stunt Performers: 5 Styles to Get You Started (+ 1 Bonus Style)
Whether you’re aiming to soar like a superhero or deliver epic fight scenes, mastering martial arts is key....
Justin Lee Ford
Aug 23, 2024


Black Belt Super School List: Seattle Wushu
Black Belt Magazine proudly showcases exceptional martial arts training programs from around the world. This featured list takes into...
Black Belt Team
Jun 15, 2024
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