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Do you live in the Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C. area? Does your family do everything together? Are you considering learning mixed martial arts? If your answer to these questions is yes, then you have come to the right place. This article will give you answers to questions you may have about mixed martial arts for the entire family. Many people worry that mixed martial arts is not right for the whole family. They couldn't be more wrong. From young of age to young at heart, age has no bearing on learning MMA. It can be a family affair if you choose to make it such. Families who learn MMA together find they can help each other with problem areas while training, increasing the bond[..]

As a practitioner of 3 well known martial arts, or better said, what is more popularly known as mixed martial arts, I have grown not only as a martial artist, but as a person. My most recent instructor and mentor told me, "martial arts, was created by Buddhist monks to wear off physiological decline from sitting in meditation all day." Or is it the opposite? In this day and age it is. Professional MMA fighters say 10% of the game is physical combat, the rest is dictated by the mental mindset of a fighter, although the majority of people in mixed martial arts training are doing the exact opposite. With too much focus on the physical side of fitness and not enough on the mental side of[..]

What does boxing, wrestling, jiu-jitsu and judo all have in common? The answer is that they are all used in mixed martial arts. Elements of all of these combat sports come together to make up the moves and holds that are used in MMA, the sport that spawned the UFC. More and more people in the Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C. areas want to experience the effects and benefits of MMA. Mixed martial arts is a sport that, over the past few years, has seen its numbers continue to grow in thanks to the Ultimate Fighting Championships and television coverage. However, MMA is more than fighting, more than a bar-room brawl or a free for all. It is suitable for all walks of life and all ages,[..]

Wrestling and boxing are often considered the oldest sports in the world, as men (and more recently, women) have sought to establish their reputation through physical prowess. Over the years, many different cultures have developed their own fighting style and techniques; there's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Greco-Roman wrestling, karate, etc. But in our age of globalization, where cultures begin to bump into each other, a new style, mixed martial arts, has emerged as a conglomeration of many different styles into one unique fighting form. Mixed martial arts, as it has been grown to be called, is not a specific fighting style in and of itself, but is rather an opportunity to experiment with a[..]

The original name for Tekki is Naihanchi or Naifuanchi, which was originally taught to the Okinawan karateka by a Chinese martial artist. Master Gichin funakoshi changed the name Naihanchi, to Tekki, but many karate groups still use Naihanchi. Before the Heian/Pinan kata were developed, Naihanchi/Tekki was the first kata taught, in many karate dojo on Okinawa. There are three Tekki kata in the shotokan karate system, Tekki Shodan, Tekki Nidan and Tekki Sandan. Tekki translates as 'Iron Horse', Shodan translates as 'level 1', Nidan 'level 2' and Sandan 'level 3'. The majority of the karate techniques in Tekki Shodan are executeded in Kiba dachi (horse riding stance), and they are small[..]

Are you ready to learn some valuable karate martial arts techniques to help you survive a REAL ASSAULT? If so, here are some critical things to consider compiled from some various types of martial arts to help you with your skills. First, trapping is a very effective karate martial arts technique. To "trap" an adversary simply means you do just that - you basically holds his arms or legs in a manner that does not allow him to kick or punch. A method of achieving this can be done by locking up both your attackers arms with one of your own, then landing as many quick strikes as possible with your other hand or elbow. Here's a karate martial arts technique that you should REFRAIN from using[..]

Self defense products increase a woman's safety while traveling or commuting If you have ever found yourself walking in an unfamiliar neighborhood after dark or navigating a new place on your own, you may have wished you had a little additional personal security. Plenty of women who commute to work or frequently travel look to self defense products to bolster their preparedness and ability to protect themselves. Non-lethal weapons like pepper spray or stun guns are easily concealed in a handbag or coat pocket and may be able to provide you with life saving minutes if you are confronted by an attacker while on the road. Pepper spray can temporarily blind an assailant while a stun gun will[..]

One of the ongoing things we're trying at the dojo is broadening our student base.  Lots of students get a little upset at punches flying at them, and the like, so we're evaluating some of the softer styles for an introductory class.  I'm looking at turning Wing Chun forms into the basis for a practical martial arts style, and helping with the instructions with it. First, I learned Wing Chun as a "recuperative" style - I needed some time off to let my feet heal from doing stupid things with a wooden sparring dummy and inadequate footwear.  My Dad had taken to Wing Chun for joint ailments as he's gotten older, and had showed me some of the basics, and I asked permission of his teacher,[..]

Whether you want to learn mixed martial arts for the street or for competing, there are universal skills that cross over for each. It's hard to beat MMA training for becoming a better fighter in the cage or on the cement. There are certain skills you need, to learn mixed martial arts properly. Just learning one aspect of the game is not good enough. Here are three main areas of MMA that you should focus on and train. These are highly effective for street fighting as well as cage fighting. Skills needed to learn mixed martial arts and be effective on the street or as a competitor in the cage: Most fights go to the ground. Street fights usually end up on the ground quickly and whoever[..]

Twenty years later, that is yesterday, I was watching the classic and very entertaining movie "The Karate Kid" once again, but this time with new and more mature eyes. I was amazed in my matured fighting wisdom, mellowed through the ages, to see the plethora of spinning back kicks executed by the karate thugs to the waist and the face of the protagonist in that night time, back yard parking lot fighting scene. Spinning backs kicks are the absolute worst first-choice maneuver for reality-based confrontation. Let me make something very clear, spinning back kicks are for the movies, for show, for "looking pretty" or "looking cool". They are not for real life street fighting and self[..]

"Secrets of Street Fighting " is an easy to read and easy-to-understand 125-page illustrated book that explains to you how to survive the real down and dirty experience of a street attack and how to defend yourself. "Secrets of Street Fighting " is not to be confused with the 'fluff' of any traditional martial art which teaches you more about how to "look pretty" than to be effective. Norm explains simple, down and dirty tactics that will allow you to easily and quickly take out that S.O.B. every time. What Norm Has To Say About Keeping It Simple: - Techniques should be simple and to the point. - Techniques should be similar in movement from one another so they are easy to remember. -[..]

In a world where violence and robbery is commonplace, knowing proper self defense techniques is more important than ever.  Most people don't have time or the desire to train in martial arts, and most martial arts don't help with self defense anyway.  However, spending just two-five hours a week with a self defense online course can show you what you need to save your life. Here is what you need to learn self defense online. 1. A computer 2. Space to move around comfortably 3. Light clothing 4. (Optional) A training partner And that is all you need to start training street fighting moves that can save your life if you are ever caught by surprise in a dark alley or parking lot. Even if[..]

It seems like Krav Maga (KM) classes are popping up all around the country. However, since KM is still catching on, schools and studios can be hard to find if you are not in a major metropolitan area. So I'm going to give you several ways to find a club near you as well as some online alternatives. The first tip is to do a search on Google for a KM center near you. Also, realize that these schools go by varying names: school, institute, academy, and studio. Try all forms of these words to cast the widest "search net" on the Internet. Also, realize that many martial arts centers have KM classes, but may not have "Krav Maga" in the name of their school. Fitness clubs or gyms may have KM[..]

You decided you need some kind of self defense device to protect yourself from possible crime situation. But with so many defense gadgets on the market it's not an easy choice. Read on to find out the difference between self defense products, how they work and which one meets your needs most. There are two main categories of defense items: pepper sprays and stun guns. Pepper sprays. The active ingredient in pepper sprays is oleoresin capsicum, commonly referred to as OC. OC is a natural, oily, resin-like substance derived from hot peppers, the same peppers used to "heat up" spicy foods. Pepper sprays induce an almost immediate burning sensation of the skin and a burning, tearing, and[..]

Every year tens of millions of Americans who love their exercise by walking, running or jogging alone or with a friend or their own dog are attacked by a dog or pack of dogs. To me there is little else as terrifying as seeing a dog charging my way. You wouldn't know unless you have experienced it. I have and it still chills down my spine every time I see a dog coming towards me. Every year 4.7 million Americans get bit by a dog with over 800,000 needing medical treatment. Almost half of those are kids. Of those needing treatment almost half require an emergency room. You can take some precautionary steps by being cautious around dogs; never turning your back and running away; never[..]

teresting trend has gained traction in the martial arts field. More and more sbeginnerss are relying upon power to perform takedowns, strikes, and to a smaller extent, blocks. This is a misguided approach. It relies on a misunderstanding regarding how these methods developed. Sadly, as problematic as this approach is, its execution seems to give it more credibility ( I may explain this in a moment ). In this piece, we'll explore the difference between using muscle and relying upon a well-honed methodology. I will explain when the former works and when it can cause issues. I'll also explain how relying upon your strength when executing moves hampers your long-term development as a karate[..]

Etymologically speaking, one might think that Hapkido and Aikido are the same thing, but portrayed in a different language. Hapki-do is the Korean, and Aiki-do is the Japanese, way of saying “Way of Joining Spirit.” They even share the same ancestor fighting style in Jiu Jitsu. However, they are very distinct styles of fighting.   The first essential difference between Hapkido and Aikido is that the first is a more aggressive form. With Aikido, there is no such thing as being the first attacker, whereas Hapkido allows for it. This gives an advantage to the Korean art in that you can actually get the jump on your attacker, whereas with Aikido, you’re always on the defensive.  [..]

George Jowett’s “Guerilla Self-Defense” will enhance your fighting skills immediately. This Amazing Self Defense course written in the 40’s will teach you the secrets lost through the ravages of TIME!!! George Jowett was one of the strongest men of all time and wrote many courses on Strength training and Fitness and by the age of 18 won several titles in boxing as well. As you begin to read this for the first time, you’ll wonder where this information has been, and why you haven’t learned it till now!!!! Over the last few years I began looking back at the training methods of the legendary strongmen of the early 19th century, Men such as Eugene Sandow, Earle Liederman, George[..]

Most people fail in their quest for truly effective self defense training because they quite simply don't have any idea what effective self defense training is, so they couldn't possible know what they should be looking for in the first place! So, what should someone completely new to the brutal world of street violence look for in a training program? Ok, I'll break it down into the major elements: --What to do? --How to do it? --How to know that you should do it? First of all, you need to know "what to do" if someone tries to mug, rape, murder or otherwise kill or cripple you. What does that entail? Well, if someone tries to damage you, my best advise would be to damage him first![..]

If you are serious about your self defense training here are some basic tips that will help you progress faster. 1) Basic Fitness Some people play different sports to get fit while others get fit so they can then play the sport. The same applies to your self defense training - the fitter you are the more relaxed you will be while training. You will be able to learn and retain the techniques betters and be more focused when sparring. Improved fitness will also allow you to recover faster from training sessions and make it less likely that you will get injured. Generally your fitness will improve with self defense training, though taking responsibility for your own fitness is of major[..]

To most martial artists, fighters, and self defense practitioners, the concept of striking is pretty simple. You use whatever fist or fists that are a part of your system to deliver blow after blow to the opponent's body, until he's done. Right? The problem with this method is that these strikes are generally sent out one at a time. So, what you see is maybe a jab or two, then a right cross. Or, the fighter will throw himself into the foray with a barrage of right and left punches. But, it's always the same. One hand flies out. Then, as it comes back, the other goes out. "So?" "What's the deal," I can almost hear you asking. After all, that's how you punch. Right? And I would answer...[..]

In order to be an authentic martial arts person, you will need to wear MMA clothes. Despite the millions of martial arts enthusiast living around the world and finding things to disagree with one another about, one thing they are in complete agreement about is the need for trendy martial arts clothing. Obviously, the clothing alone isn't going to make you the next Jackie Chan or grasshopper. Wearing the right clothes isn't going to morph you into a pro. But wearing the right clothes can definitely help you improve your style, build your self-confidence and present a professional appearance to others. Remember, in order to talk the talk, you need to walk the walk. All forms of sports and[..]

It makes no sense to let an attacker get close enough to punch. If he's got a knife or club, or just a fist that is fast, the best strategy is to kick low and hard and keep him out of range. The problem is that many Tae Kwon Do schools do not teach the right way to use the legs. A couple of things to remember before we get into making your kicks into powerful tools of destruction. Practice kicking high so you have strength and flexibility, but keep your kicks low in a real fight so you don't get a leg grabbed and tossed. And, the best strategy is to avoid the fight altogether. Practice kicking over a chair. This will train you to raise your knee high. When your knee is high your foot can[..]

Mixed martial arts is growing in popularity ever since rules were implemented for the safety of those in the ring and you can now watch it on television. It captures an audience both young and old since what happens either in the cage or ring is not scripted unlike wrestling. There are two main styles of MMA. These are sport and street. In sport, two unarmed competitors fight it out using the same or different martial art discipline. Here, you can't bite, insert fingers to any bodily crevices, attack the groin and eye gouging. In street, you are allowed to use a weapon of your choice but the first is more popular that the other. Just to prove how popular mixed martial arts is, various[..]

watching the fighting and action in the best kung fu and martial arts movies, and I have watched quite a few of them over the years I can tell you! So here is my pick of what I think are the 5 best martial arts movies ever made: Enter The Dragon - Bruce Lee is widely regarded as the best kung fu film star of all time, so it would be tantamount to blasphemy if anyone were to write a list like this without including at least one of his movies. In my opinion the 1973 classic Enter The Dragon features Bruce Lee at the top of his game. There are some great one liners with Lee doling out his kung fu philosophy, and the actual fighting in this movie in very realistic and exciting to watch even[..]

Martial arts lessons - have you ever thought about getting training in this? Many people haven't and most people have no idea of even what the term means. Martial arts are more than physical activity. This not only has to do with working out physically but also have a mental aspect. It involves a conditioning of the mind in terms of focus and training. This training of the mind has benefits beyond simply physically conditioning the body. A trained mind that can focus enables a person to get more done during the day. It also leads to clearer thinking. To sum this up, the training of the mind is just as important as the training of the body. In today's high stress world, one significant[..]

It is always a good idea to allow your kids to enjoy all sorts of great activities. One of the best activities you could consider for your kids is martial arts. Martial art helps the child build many important values. It is one of the few hobbies that teach a child how to remain fit and healthy. It teaches kids to look after themselves.  It is an activity that encourages individuality. Many different martial arts centers offer courses for kids.   A good program can help kids become healthy. Variety of exercises can be used in a program. These include exercises that relate to strength, flexibility, and the ability to keep one's balance. A good course can get any student to get on the[..]

Self defense is a word that is widely used during court proceeding. It is also a simple word that needs no elaborate explanations.  By definition, it is simply a reference to the abilities to defend self against attack by an aggressor. Unfortunately, many innocent people have been jailed because they lack adequate knowledge of the implications the can occur if self defense is not carried out in a proper manner – an attacker can suddenly become the attacked.   However, the importance of self defense is more that what is being discussed in the court of law, because it is a term that affects human being in different forms and dimensions. This is to say that attacks of different degrees[..]

Enough! That is a phrase that ought to be contemplated a life saver. There are a lot of folks out there, "males and females," that live with domestic violence everyday. And because they are broken and beaten down or their hearts are just too big...They live with it. You get the paper and what do ya know...There they are in the obituaries one day. With the aid of self defense weapons like a stun gun or pepper spray or security products like video security systems and a hidden wireless camera. I believe we can win the war in the U.S. on domestic violence. If more folks were educated of the pluses of employing self defense weapons like pepper spray or tazer and security products like a[..]

If you are considering starting out in the world of MMA (Mixed martial Arts) but don’t know how to go about it then here are a few tips to follow. The main piece of advice anyone can give you is find a decent gym. There aren’t many around the UK but if you are lucky enough to live near a MMA focused gym it is recommended that you take full advantage of it. If not then not to worry, you can join classes such as kick boxing or other sorts of fighting. Usually MMA focused gyms would have the actual cage, and ring as well as usual gym facilities like training area, gym equipment, sauna etc. Some classes work out cheaper than going to a special MMA gym. If money saving is what you are[..]

Mixed martial arts is growing in popularity ever since rules were implemented for the safety of those in the ring and you can now watch it on television. It captures an audience both young and old since what happens either in the cage or ring is not scripted unlike wrestling. There are two main styles of MMA. These are sport and street. In sport, two unarmed competitors fight it out using the same or different martial art discipline. Here, you can't bite, insert fingers to any bodily crevices, attack the groin and eye gouging. In street, you are allowed to use a weapon of your choice but the first is more popular that the other. Just to prove how popular mixed martial arts is, various[..]

If you are interested in mixed martial arts, it's good to understand how it works inside and out. At its essence, mixed martial arts (or MMA) is a sport that is literally "no-holds-barred." There are many types of fighting as entertainment in modern media, such as professional wrestling and boxing, and MMA has recently entered the mainstream as well. Unlike boxing, though, MMA lets you use almost any part of your body, and almost any fighting technique you have learned, to knockout your opponent or make them submit through a submission hold. If you're interested in improving your own performance in mixed martial arts, whether you are a professional or an amateur, you should learn how to[..]

When talking about the world's fastest growing sport, Mixed Martial Arts, the topic of MMA vs. Boxing and which is more entertaining, always seems to find it's way into the conversation. It's a debate that strikes a nerve with purists of both sports, but fun to discuss. As a fan of both sports, I hate to see what the world of boxing has done to itself. Yes, most would point to Don King and the corruption that has gone hand in hand with the sport for decades, but the problem is even more than that. The problem is the fact that fans are getting more action, excitement, and entertainment value for their dollar compared to boxing. The eroding interest in boxing and it's fan base starts with[..]