Before selecting a karate school for your child, make sure you know and understand which form of karate you’re enrolling him/her into. Generally speaking, there are two different types of karate classes, traditional karate and sport karate. Both types involve learning fighting techniques, but they differ in many other aspects. Traditional karate emphasizes self-development (budo), … Continue reading Difference between Traditional Karate and Sport Karate
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3 Must-Watch Animated Movies that Feature Martial Arts
Martial Art films have gone from being niche to becoming one of the most popular genres of movies. The credit goes to Bruce Lee for introducing it to international audiences. People love to watch action-packed films where fight sequences and intricate fight choreography are the highlights. Despite the intense battles being a main feature however, … Continue reading 3 Must-Watch Animated Movies that Feature Martial Arts
You Are About to Engage in a Street Fight, Now What?
One of the most misportrayed scenarios in movies and television, is street fighting. In a movie, the protagonist is challenged to a street fight by a goon or goons. Usually over the honour of a love interest or because of an insult. He/she exchanges blows with the opponent(s). And then, the hero is victorious with … Continue reading You Are About to Engage in a Street Fight, Now What?
Exercises to Develop Your Mind-Body Connection
If you’ve just started doing martial arts, then there’s a good chance your strikes and stamina are behind your peers. These will develop as you continue to train, but it will take time, there’s no helping that. You can speed up your novice period thankfully. All it will take is a little effort on … Continue reading Exercises to Develop Your Mind-Body Connection
12 Essential Tips for Muay Thai Newbies
The first day of anything can be an intimidating experience for a beginner. This is especially true for Muay Thai. You’ll learn a lot when you first start your training and it can seem overwhelming. Here are twelve essential tips to help you prepare. 1. Your body shape doesn’t matter No one is expected to … Continue reading 12 Essential Tips for Muay Thai Newbies