From the creators of martial art styles to karate tournament heroes, to superstars on the silver screen and everything in between.
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Food is very important when you’re traveling—one wrong meal can strand you in your hotel room, far from the tatami mats and beach-front heavy bags you were planning to spend your time on.
The documentary I Am Bruce Lee asserts that he’s the father of mixed martial arts. Some agree with that claim. Others don’t.
Every great martial arts community has its pioneers—individuals whose dedication, vision, and leadership forever change the landscape. In Australia, few names command as much respect as Hanshi Constantino "Tino" Ceberano, OAM. We celebrate not only a legendary martial artist, but also a man whose influence helped establish traditional karate throughout Australia. It's only fitting that Hanshi…
Traditional martial arts was built on more than forms, points, and trophies. It was built on the ability to fight.
For Dan Rizzuto, martial arts was never just about learning how to fight. It was an escape route. And later, it was a path into Hollywood.
On August 3, 2026, Hanshi Hatsuo Royama passed away at the age of 78, closing a remarkable chapter in the history of Kyokushin-Kan Karate.
There was a time in America when winning a karate tournament could make you a worldwide star. Mike Stone, Joe Lewis, and Chuck Norris in early karate tournament training Long before mixed martial arts, pay-per-view, and social media, the road to fame ran through packed gymnasiums and sold-out arenas, where the world's greatest martial artists battled for championships, prestige, and respect. The…
For those who have followed Jason David Frank's remarkable career, Legend of the White Dragon stands as a fitting celebration of his enduring spirit.
An M.D. looks at the related subjects of core training and core stability—essential reading for all martial artists out to increase power and reduce injuries.
Sikh Warrior Ways: The History and Development of the Weapons Art of Gatka To document the evolution of gatka, the traditional weapons-based combat sport of the Sikhs, one must first look to the ancient Hindu martial art of shastar vidya, from which it’s derived. The origins of shastar vidya, which means “weapon science” in Sanskrit, are unknown, but according to ancient accounts, the art may have…
