Monday, October 27, 2025

Al Novak: Sil Lum

Great Grandmaster Al Novak is one of the very first Americans to train in the traditional Chinese fighting arts. He began training when doors...

Learning Martial Arts By Video

Traditional martial artists frequently scoff at the idea of learning martial arts by video, arguing that you need a live instructor to guide you...

How to Choose the Right Martial Art Style

Many people end up studying a martial art style that is not particularly well-suited to their body type and personal goals. I don't know...

The Skill of Taking Strikes in Systema

An interview with System's Vladimir Vasiliev discusses the practical (apparent) reason for taking strikes and the underlying (psychological) reason. Student: We heard that you are currently working on...

Head Games: Overcome Combat Stress

Anxiety is an emotion that if conquered, can teach you survive in a crisis situation. Anxiety can also be a useful tool to the...

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Muay Thai Elbow Knives

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How to Survive a Fire in a High Rise Building

After a horrific blaze consumed a 24-story apartment building in London, How can you survive a fire in a high rise building when its...

Richard Kim: Okinawan Kobudo and Shorinji-ryu Karate

It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of an American Karate Martial Arts Icon-Pioneer. Master Richard Kim passed away...

Chan Man Cheung: Jow Ga Kung Fu

Grandmaster Chan Man Cheung November 5, 1929 - October 4, 2013 Grandmaster Chan Man Cheung was born on November 5, 1929 in Guangdong, China. He...

Hironori Ohtsuka and Wado Ryu Karate

Still lean and hard at "only 79", Hironori Otsuka is a robust example of how the martial arts can give a man a long, healthy life.

Kenwa Mabuni: Shito-ryu Karate

Kenwa Mabuni, considered by many to be the "guru" of Karate, originated the Shito Ryu style, which combines the influences of Shorei Ryu and Shorin Ryu.

Alan Goldberg: Wing Chun Kung Fu

Wing Chun Kung Fu Master Alan Goldberg has been training in the martial arts for over forty years. He has studies Wing Chun, Five...

Mike Swain Olympic Judo Champion

Mike Swain was the first American male to win the Judo World Championships when he took the gold medal in 1987. He competed in...
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The normalized commercialization of martial arts (Budo) may oblige an ambitious instructor to navigate ethical challenges and the dynamics of compromise. This applies particularly...
A School Full of Pooh Bears is an excerpt from John Gradens’ book, The Truth About the Martial Arts Business, which is available at...
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