Does Effective Self-Defense Require You Know How To Kill?

It is inconcievable that you can train someone in self-defense, self protection and yet ignore the subject of killing. How to use violence as an answer to a life threatening situation.

Basic Self Defense Training - Is It REALLY Needed

Is basic self defense training REALLY needed to survive a violent attack? Is martial arts training even applicable to a real street fight anyway?

SAD and How to Kick It With Martial Arts

Well, it's that time of year again when seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is starting to affect us. Even though SAD has been noted as early as the late 1800's it wasn't actually given a name until the 1980's. That doesn't mean people haven't been suffering from it, however.

Martial Arts Training: What Kind of Power Do You Seek?

The purpose of the article isn’t to sell you on the wonders and myriad benefits of practicing the martial arts. Frankly, you may not need them. It’s very unlikely that you’ll ever become the victim of a violent crime, and as you reach adulthood, the likelihood of getting into a fistfight diminishes as your real world responsibilities to your mate, your kids, and to your mortgage lender grow. So, why do people, especially grown-ups, study martial arts? The simple answer is to develop POWER. When you boil it down, there are two kinds of power, and it is extremely improtant to decide which kind you want and need, says Dr. Gary S. Goodman, top speaker and trainer, best-selling author, and Black Belt in Kenpo Karate.

Shaolin Kung Fu for Kids

You might have seen images or performances of Shaolin kung fu kids bending their limbs into mind-boggling positions and asked yourself “Now, how did they do that?” What you have just seen is a display of Shaolin Juvenile Kung Fu.

Martial Arts: Helping Children Protect Themselves

Did you know that a child is reported abducted or missing every 40 seconds in the United States and that most potential abductors make their first contact with the children they abduct within one quarter of a mile from their homes? With the new school year approaching and children having more time to play with friends, it is now more important than ever to start (or continue) giving your children the tools they need to protect themselves.

Why Martial Arts Is The Best Thing You Can Do To Get Your Child Ready for School This Year

Have you done everything you can to prepare your children for school this year? You’ve probably bought the items on the list of supplies, bought some new school clothes and taken them to the school’s open house to meet the teachers and find their ways. There is still one more thing you can do to help you children have a successful year, however.

Starting Your Own Martial Arts Demonstration Business

If you are a martial arts expert, then you may be interested in starting your own business with demonstrations for those interested in getting an introduction into the technique.

Shin-Toshi – Best Kept Martial Arts Secret

Shin-Toshi Karate is a form of Karate that was developed before Bruce Lee's Jeet Kun Do. It is the first martial-art developed in the United States.

Martial Arts Day Camps

Summer day camps are summer camps where the campers can go home at the end of the day and return the next day. These camps are designed for children who may not be able to handle long periods of being apart from their parents. Usually, these camps also offer the same activities and the same games that traditional summer camps offer. One of the most popular summer day camps are martial arts day camps.

Wing Chun - An Introduction

Wing Chun can be traced back to the Ching Dynasty in China over 250 years ago. Having been heavily influenced by a Shaolin nun, Wing Chun has become an effective close range martial art that complements longer range fighting arts...

Increase the Effect of your Strikes - Punch and Kick Harder

Learn to punch and Kick with more Effect by applying some very simple strategies

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Belt Requirements

Belt levels are important for several reasons beyond the traditionally obvious; they allow us to place techniques in order of importance and build in a logical order. Just as anything you build, the foundation must be solid first and will determine the limits of our structure. The belt ranks help us to award students for their achievements, time in and aid in goal-setting.

Kung Fu Uniforms

It is necessary for a kung fu master to do swift and fast movement. Kung fu masters need to be agile, flexible and alert. This need is reflected in the choice of the uniforms. A kung fu uniform is designed to help swift movements. The cloth does not come in between moving hands or legs. The uniform provides maximum comfort to the wearer. The uniforms are available for adults as well as for children.