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How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment

September 3rd, 2010


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The most common place to buy martial arts or self defense equipment is in the local dojo. Most dojos, training centers, etc., have a small store where you can buy or order the martial arts or self defense equipment you need for your practice.

Buying your martial arts or self defense equipment at your local dojo has a lot of advantages. You will get expert advise from your teacher. He knows your needs and what type of martial arts or self defense equipment you are going to need for his classes. He will also be the best person to advise you on the quality of the different brands due to his years of experience with many different suppliers.

The negative part of buying martial arts or self defense equipment at your local dojo is the price. Buying only a minor wholesaler, the discount margins are very small and this will reflect itself in the prices your teacher has to charge for the martial arts and self defense equipment he or she sells.

The second possibility is buy your martial arts and self defense equipment at a local specialized store. The advantage is a lower price than in your local dojo or gym, you can touch, feel and try on the equipment before you buy to see if you like it and if the size fits you. You can get some advise from the salesperson about the different brands of martial arts and self defense equipment they sell.

The downside is the fact that most salespersons in those shops are non practitioners of the martial arts or self defense so they have no practical experience with the equipment they sell. This may lead to mistakes that will cost you money.

The third way to buy your martial arts or self defense equipment is to shop for it online. There are many suppliers to be found online that will ship the goods to your doorstep. To find them just type: martial arts or self defense equipment in google or any other search engine and you will get thousands of listings for this term.

The advantages are obvious: no need to leave your home, low prices and shipping to your doorstep but the inconveniences are also very obvious: You can not feel, try or touch the equipment before finishing the payment and receiving the shipment of your martial arts or self defense equipment. You won’t be able to get advise from a real person, face to face. Some suppliers will be happy to assist you in your selection of martial arts or self defense equipment by email or phone. If you have to return an order for whatever reason you will have to take care of the shipping and packing and refunds can take time to be paid.

So before starting to shop for your martial arts or self defense equipment take a look at the above and consider what is the best way for you. Some people will be limited to one or two possibilities and others can only buy their martial arts or self defense equipment online but wherever you go to buy yours, consider the warranty and the refund policies of all 3, the local dojo, the specialized shop and the online supplier.

This can save you a lot of headaches. Things do break and sometimes it just isn’t manufactured as it should be so warranty and refund policies will help you determine the professionalism of the seller and save you time and headaches.

Peter Vermeeren is a traditional martial arts teacher for over 30 year. His websites can be found here: Martial Media Productions and Kamikaze | martial arts | fitness | self defense

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Martial Arts – Introduction to Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

August 29th, 2010


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Most individuals’ first experiences with martial arts were watching Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris on the big screen mystifying us with flashy punches and kicks and many times taking out multiple assailants at the same time. While its hard for anyone to doubt the entertainment value of these films, they did start to build a false belief in what an effective martial art can realistically achieve. Kung fu, Karate and Taekwondo clubs were filled from coast to coast and the general consensus was that these arts offered the most effective self defense.

As this was going on in America, Brazil was holding open competitions that pitted different styles against each other in order to truly find which single martial art was the most effective. Brazilian Jiu-jitsu reigned supreme for decades, winning competition after competition. The rest of the world didn’t take notice of this art until the early 1990s when a descendant of the creator of BJJ (Brazilian Jiu-jitsu) won a no holds barred tournament in America known as the UFC. Many people were blown away with how easily a small man could defeat a larger, stronger man. The world started to wonder where this “new” martial art had come from! What most people didn’t understand is it wasn’t that new of a martial art, it actually was invented in the early 1920s by Carlos Gracie.

In the 1920s a Japanese martial artists by the name of Esai Maeda migrated to Brazil and taught Carlos Gracie a martial art known as Jiu-jitsu which translates into the gentle art. Carlos in return, taught his four younger brothers the art and they opened their first school in 1925. Helio Gracie, who is the youngest of all the Gracies only weighed 135lbs and had trouble using the techniques on bigger opponents. He then figured out a way to fine tune the techniques and use leverage instead of strength. Ultimately Helio altered so many of the techniques that it became a martial art of its own which they now labeled Brazilian Jiu-jitsu.

What makes BJJ so effective is the fact that even the smallest man or women for that matter can effectively defend themselves from a larger, more aggressive assailant. BJJ is a ground oriented martial arts meaning the objective of the art is to take an attacker to the ground and apply either a choke or a joint manipulation. The belief behind this is that most attackers will be like a fish out of water when taken to the ground. The true effectiveness of the art is the fact that you use your opponents own strength and aggression against them. Unlike other martial arts, students partake in live training or sparring at the end of each class which helps equip them for real life situations. The fact that every class is made to feel like a real life scenario is truly what makes BJJ the single most effective martial art for self defense. It may not be as pretty as some other martial arts but it certainly is more effective.

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Martial Arts As an Exercise Outlet For Women

August 25th, 2010


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During the past, the vast majority of people using martial arts was men. However, with today’s gradual change, you will see many women joining in Martial Arts. Women are often taking up this sport to protect themselves and also get exercise. It is also a fun type of activity to take up, and you can expect to shed a few pounds just from this type of art.

Because most women are much smaller than men, they often feel the need to protect themselves better than most men do for themselves. This especially is true if you are on the streets. Learning these arts will allow you to have the ultimate control in any type of situation, usually in the time you have become a victim of another person or crime.

These arts are unique in it’s own way and there is no other sport which comes close to this. It is now available for women to rise up and even compete in the Judo competitions at the Olympics. Ever since this has happened, it has stunned the population. This is a great way to learn something new and work out your body.

With thousands of Martial Arts organizations and clubs around the planet, a wide majority is welcome to beginners. You will often begin at the very bottom for training and slowly work your way up. Most of the time in your class, you are paired up with people who are far more advanced and is similar in weight or size. Although most males are stronger, this can also make you much more determined to get past your training while getting a complete fitness work out.

There are a wide number of Martial Arts to choose from such as Kick Boxing, Judo, and Karate. Anther special form of Martial Arts is called Kung Fu. However, some of these are not for everyone. The best thing to do is research and ask yourself what would be the best Martial Arts sport for you?

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The Significance of Good Coaching in Mixed Martial Arts

August 18th, 2010


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The concept of Mixed Martial Arts incorporates within itself the various fighting techniques used in the traditional forms of martial arts as well as those used in the relatively new styles such as wrestling and boxing. The popularity of MMA has increased so much in the United States as well as the South Eastern region of Asia that it is almost on par with the major sports such as baseball and basketball. Since this form of fighting is new, the rules of the fight are being paid attention to only in the recent times. This situation is particularly tricky for the coaches because when they trained themselves, there were no rules and they have to pay attention to all the rules while teaching their students. Following are a few handy suggestions on becoming a good MMA coach.

Obviously, for being able to teach your students well, you have to be properly trained at this form of martial art. You should try and gather all the important information related to MMA and acquaint you with all the technicalities involved. These tips will help you in understanding not only the nature of the style but also the mind of the student better which will be very helpful in gauging his mental situation.

Next thing is that good coaches must workout on a regular basis and maintain a good level of physical health. Most of the coaches tend to neglect working out after taking up to coaching. However, exercise is important because the students look up to their coach. Also, it is important to realize the limitations of the human body and not subject your students to extreme levels of exercise. Ideally, the training workouts allotted to the students should be done alternatively. This means that the students should either given a day of rest or made to do lighter exercises after a day of a heavy workout.

Mixed Martial Arts cannot be mastered by physical strength alone. The fighter has to be mentally fit as well. Hence, an ideal coach studies the tactics of his adversary and picks up the moves that he thinks will be beneficial for his students. A lot of tricks can be learnt by watching the recorded clips of professional MMA fights. These clips will give you a rough idea of the attack methods that will be used by the opponents and you will have enough time to formulate counter attack policies against them. Take note of the strengths as well as the weaknesses of the competitor and find ways of how you can make the most of his weaknesses.

The coach must keep improvising on his MMA skills time and again. Incorporating techniques of taekwondo will prove to be very handy while instructing your students about the correct posture of the body and the better techniques that should be used in a professional fight. In order to be in a position to clear all the doubts that the students might have, the coach should have all the necessary information about the martial art form that he is promoting.

Along with being strict with the students and getting them to be disciplined, it is also important to see to it that your students do not begin to detest you. Try to understand their problems and motivating them to give their best can be a little difficult but it is certainly not impossible.

Emile Jarreau, aka, Mr. Fat Loss is fascinated by health, nutrition and weight loss. For more great info about MMA Training for losing weight and keeping it off visit http://www.MrFatLoss.com

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Martial Arts music video

August 15th, 2010

Martial Arts music video. The Movies are : Into the sun : Double Impact : Sha Po Lang aka “Killzone” : Fist of fury : Bloodsport : Enter the dragon : Drunkenmaster : Rush Hour 2 : Rumble in the Bronx : On deadly ground : Tom yum goong : Kickboxer : The Glimmerman : Fearless : Who am I? : Hard target : Jackie Chan “Police Stories” : Way of the dragon : Shootfighter : Walker “Texas Ranger” : Belly of the Beast

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The Martial Arts Business Finally Explained

August 11th, 2010


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Why is it that some instructors can make more than some of highest paid professionals while others are literately eating rice off the do-jo floor? The answer is really quite simple its the all about the type of education they have had about the business of the martial arts.

Now I didn’t say its about their training in the martial arts I said its all about their business training in the martial arts. This is what separates the successful, professional school owners from the school owner that struggles to get by.

Unfortunately being a great martial artist doesn’t count for being able to run a successful martial arts school – but the answer is just around the corner. In fact being a great physical martial artist can sometimes even hinder your business results. As people see your physical ability and assume that they could never be like that.

So how do you start on the right path to becoming a professional. First of all you make the decision that you are going to run a professional martial arts school. Once that decision has been made, the next step is to choose the best person to help you. Now there is a chance that you may decide to go it alone or figure this business out for your. Thats like trying to start your own martial arts when all you have done is run a business.

Just like when you started to learn the martial arts you studied with your instructor you need to find and seek out a professional or professionals with the same level of expertise. Find a business mentor who has already done what you expect to achieve, whether thats running a single school operation or a multi-site operation. The key is in continuing education both for you and your prospective staff members.

There are many credible martial arts consultants out there offering many different products but there are only a few who can claim that they have been there, done it and are still doing it!Before you decide on a mentor or consultant to follow be sure to order one of their products they have produced and you will clearly be able to see the difference.

Look into some of their client list and testimonials, if they say their good then there should be plenty of people they should have helped along the way. Good luck and every success with your martial arts business study.

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Martial Arts Equipment – The Shinai and Bogu of Kendo

August 9th, 2010


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Martial arts equipment may exist to serve the different martial art styles in different ways. For instance, some may be geared toward safety, such as mouth guards or head gear. Other items may emphasize rank. Still other forms of gear are crucial practice elements for specific martial art variations.

Perhaps the most well-known of these variations is kendo. The term means, the “Way of the Sword.” Kendo is a modern martial art which is based upon traditional Japanese sword arts, or Kenjutsu.

Swordsmanship has been valued in Japan since before the Kamakura period (1185-1233.) This was the first samurai-dominated government. The military clans of that time were also largely interested in horse riding and archery.

During this same time period within Japan, Zen Buddhism was also growing. Zen philosophies and practices had already been introduced to the region centuries before through both Taoism and the Shinto religion. However, it was not introduced as a separate school until the 12th century.

Due to this, Zen Buddhism had a strong influence on kendo as the martial art developed. For instance, Buddhist philosophy would emphasize the fluidity of the concepts of life and death. This worked well with the warrior ideal of holding one’s own life below the importance of overall victory.

These samurai first established various schools of kenjutsu. Each of these schools had different focuses on the application of bladed martial arts equipment. For instance, the school of Itto-ryu emphasized the importance of an original and essential sword cut. The Muto expressed the concept that there was no sword outside of the mind.

It was during the Shotoku Era (1711-1715) that shinai and bogu were introduced to kenjutsu practice. Shinai are bamboo practice swords while bogu is the term for the protective armor.

Shinai were meant to represent the Katana, also called, “the samurai sword.” Rather than having the curved and slender, single-edged sword blade, a shinai is made up of four bamboo slats. These are fastened together with leather.

The bogu set consists of a helmet, breastplate, faulds and gauntlets. This armor works to protect specific target areas of the body. In addition to this specific protective gear, a jacket will be worn as well as a skirt-like garment. A cotton towel is also often used as extra padding beneath the stylized helmet, or men.

These different forms of martial arts equipment used in kenjustu were carried into the modern kendo. The form of kendo as it is known today began to surface in the late 1700s. The gear allows students to practice with full force thrusts and strikes without any risk of injury.

Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for Web sites on parenting, recreation, and home decor. Her background also includes teaching, gardening, and fashion. For more of her useful articles on the martial arts, please visit Martial Arts Equipment, supplier of useful information on karate belts, uniforms, and other martial arts supply.

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Bruce Lee – Life Of Martial Arts Documentary – Contains Rare Footage And Pictures

August 8th, 2010

10 Minute Part From “A Warriors Journey” Documentary About Bruce Lee’s Life Of Martial Arts From When He Started Training With Yip Man To The Creation Of Jeet Kune Do. Contains Rare Footage And Pictures. RIP Bruce Lee

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Serkan Yilmaz Taekwondo K1 Fighter hardcore martial arts

August 3rd, 2010

Serkan Yilmaz hardcore highlight

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Martial Arts – Belt Rankings in Jiu Jitsu

August 2nd, 2010


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There are five major categories of belt rankings in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

The first ranking is white belt. As a white belt you are new to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu so you don’t have a lot of control. You are very dangerous to train with due to your lack of self-control.

The second ranking is blue belt. Typically it takes about two years to earn a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt. Once you achieve the level of blue belt you are now able to defend yourself while escaping from positions and attack your opponent with self-control avoiding injury to both your opponent and yourself.

The third ranking is purple belt. If techniques are words then a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu purple belt can speak in sentences. At the purple belt level you have a full game. You can attack from all positions and defend yourself with ease you are in control at all times and you are beginning to truly define your own personal style and game.

The fourth ranking is brown belt. As a brown belt you’ve truly defined your own game and you are knowledgeable in all aspects. You are also comfortable in any position and you have stamped your own personal style into everything you do. A brown belt is essentially a black belt in the process of polishing, refining and sharpening a personal style.

The fifth and final ranking is black belt. The typical time it takes to earn a black belt is 8 to 10 years. When you have earned your black belt your learning in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu truly begins. Many great masters say their journey began with a black belt and has continued as long as they have stayed faithful to the great Brazilian form of martial arts.

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