Archive for the 'MartialArts' Category

The Art Of Hapkido

The martial art known as Hapkido is an art of complete self defense.
Those who study it are more than capable of defending themselves in any type of situation, being more than able to apply their confidence and discipline from the art to enhance their lives, protecting themselves and those that they love as […]

Chinese Martial Arts

Throughout the world, Chinese martial arts are well known and well respected.
China is a pioneer to martial arts, founding several excellent styles.
Although Kung Fu is the most well known Chinese martial art, there are others that are just as good.
Below, we will look at some of the other Chinese […]

The 5 Animals Of Kung Fu

Also known as the Kung Fu fist forms, the 5 animals of Kung Fu are known all across the world, and are some of the deadliest martial arts you can study.
There are other specific fist styles in Kung Fu, although none of them are as powerful or as well known as the 5 […]

An Introduction To Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Even though it has been around for many years, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was made famous in the United States by Royce Gracie in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Many people werent all that familiar with the style until Gracie entered the UFC and continued to dominate fighters of all styles and weight classes one after the […]

The Basics Of Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do is a modern martial art, well known all around the world for its lightning fast, often high, spectacular spin kicks.
Tae Kwon Do has been around for many years, originally founded in Korea.
It translates to the are of punching and kicking

A Look At Kung Fu

The martial art of Kung Fu is an exchange of culture, a type of exercise, and also a way of defending yourself.
The art is very popular throughout the world, also being known as Gung Fu, Wu Shu, and even Kuo Shu.
It shares some common traits with Karate, such as using both […]

The Many Styles Of Kung Fu

The martial art known as Kung Fu is very old, yet very powerful.
There are several different forms involved with Kung Fu, that only add to the power and mystique.
Below, we will go over a majority of the different styles and forms that make up Kung Fu.
White Crane styleThe spirit of the […]

The Basics Of Judo

The martial art style Judo can mean a lot of things to different people.
In reality, it is a fun and exciting sport, an art, a discipline, an activity, a way to protect yourself, and quite simply a way of life.
Although you may hear many different meanings, the word Judo actually means […]

The Speed Of Kempo

Throughout the world of martial arts, the style known as Kempo is one of the best.
Kempo uses extremely fast strikes, which is the area it is most known for.
Kempo has been around for many years, originating from Japan.
It was tested on the ancient battlegrounds, using punches, kicks, and very little […]

Martial Arts For Children

These days, martial arts are something that everyone should know.
With crime at an all time high, knowing how to defend yourself is essential.
For the children, martial arts can mean a lot of things.
Even though martial arts is great for adults to know and practice as well, it is also […]