It stands to reason that martial arts classes can increase self-confidence, but it might surprise some to learn that the factors that increase self-confidence do not come from the martial art itself. Rather, aspects of all martial...
Bullies frequently prey on peers they deem inferior to them. They look for classmates, neighbors, and acquaintances who exhibit shy, timid, introverted characteristics. For some psychological reason, bullies get a temporary...
Seeing one of their children suffer through the perils of bullying is one of the most difficult things that a parent can endure. Bullies usually target shy, quiet, and timid kids who lack the confidence to stand up for themselves. Whether your child...
According to the National Organization for Women, nearly one in five women will be assaulted at some point in their life. The same source cites another staggering statistic. In New York City alone, police respond to nearly 250,000 calls...
Anybody who has been to a modern day karate dojo has probably noticed some of the unique qualities they possess. But how many people know the reasons and traditions behind them?
“Dojo” is a Japanese term, which translates to...
Psychologists have discovered positive correlations between practicing a traditional martial art and lower levels of hostility, aggression, and higher levels of self-esteem and overall positive attitude.
There are several aspects to...
Muay Thai is a type of hard martial art that is practiced in many parts of the world, but has the longest history in Thailand, where it originated and is now the national sport. The type of traditional Muay Thai that is practiced today is...
When you’re thinking about engaging in martial arts training, you should first determine which form of martial arts is best suited for your abilities, philosophies, and lifestyle. Karate and Taekwondo are two common and separate forms for...
Kung Fu is a term that’s synonymous with the martial arts, but how much do you actually know about its meaning, history, and practices?
Kung Fu is one of the most well-known and commonly studied styles of martial arts, second only to...
No one deserves to be assaulted. No one wants to be assaulted. But unfortunately, as anyone who reads the news can attest, the frequency of unmitigated violence is too high to ignore. Whether we want to recognize it or not, many of us will...
Which Martial Arts School is right for you?
If you’ve tried traditional workout methods, you’ve probably discovered that they can be tedious and it can take time to see results. By taking boxing classes you can stay engaged and learn valuable self-defense techniques, while...
Studying the martial arts is an amazing way to lose weight. It’s such an entertaining way to exercise; you might not feel like you are performing a workout at all. Spending an hour punching and kicking the pounds away will seem...
Jeet Kune Do (JKD) is the name that the legendary martial artist Bruce Lee gave to his unique combat system and philosophy. The underlying tenets of JKD are to use minimal movements to maximum effects, all at extreme speeds. The effect is impressive...
It has been well established in the health and wellness community that the benefits of regular exercise are too numerous and essential to ignore. There are a lot of ways to approach exercise—and it can take some trial and error to discover...
In a culture that seems to be saturated with violence in movies, television, video games, and even on the news, it’s normal to have some apprehension when your child tells you she would like to sign up for karate. Like many other things that...
Krav Maga, translating to “contact combat,” is a style of mixed martial arts that was invented by the Israeli military in the 1940s. This style of training has been growing rapidly in popularity over recent years in the United States....
The martial arts are a set of ancient practices that date back so far it is unclear when they truly began. While the physical aspects of martial arts are obvious, some of the greater benefits of practicing this long-standing tradition are related...
When hearing the words “Brazilian jiu-jitsu,” often pictures of UFC games and ultra-muscular men come to mind. In reality, the art of jiu-jitsu is quite different than the showy, hyper-aggressive sport karate that is sometimes portrayed...
Although kickboxing was developed in the ‘60’s, its popularity has exploded in recent years as people discover the large number of benefits the sport has on their body and mind. Kickboxing is a full-contact sport that combines various...
The study of martial arts can be a very healthy and stimulating addition to your life. Martial arts is a way of life with a rich history and endless benefits. Before beginning the search for the best martial arts academy for you, take some time to...
One of the common responses as to why an individual would like to do martial arts, is "I want to get in shape but I find the gym very boring." Martial Arts classes are then the perfect solution.
The reason for this is...
An explanation on why Martial Arts are good for children
Bruce Lee often described his art of Jeet Kune Do as:
Simple, Direct, and Non-Classical
Simple: Instead of adding more and more to your art, you take out more and more. Like Lee would say,"Hack away...
