Martial arts fans and practitioners are gathering to watch, learn and compete at the happiest place on Earth! On Saturday, August 27, Black Belt will be setting up a booth at the 2011 Origins International Martial Arts Festival at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. There will be tournaments, seminars and martial arts demonstrations throughout the weekend. Here's what one of our  friends at Disney had to say about the event:

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"Each year, we highlight a different country, their martial arts and their important influence. In this inaugural year, the 2011 Origins International Martial Arts Festival recognizes Japan and Okinawa for their rich cultural heritage that they have shared with the world!"

The event will host workshops and demonstrations by one of our favorite katana masters, Samurai Swordsmanship author Masayuki Shimabukuro. Black Belt will be there giving away magazines and hosting a book signing with Masayuki Shimabukuro between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. So come by and say hi!