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Unveiling the Mysteries: 10 Fascinating Trivia about Martial Arts
Martial arts, a blend of skill, discipline, and philosophy, offer far more than just self-defense techniques. Across centuries, they've...
Black Belt Team
Mar 14, 2024

World's Greatest Martial Arts Magazines
The debate over what truly defines the world's greatest Martial Arts Magazines is a nuanced one, with various perspectives on the...
George Chung
Mar 8, 2024


Training Day: Eric San José Pt. 4 (Yon Gae Hyung Demo Video)
Yon Gae 연개 Hyung 형 by Eric San José Yon Gae Hyung for High Level Black Belts. I personally like that this form is long, so you must...
Black Belt Team
Feb 21, 2024


Stand Your Ground or Move Around? 6 Famous Fighters Reveal Their Secrets!
By Michael Miller What do Bill Wallace, Don Wilson, Benny Urquidez, Bob Wall, Fumio Demura and Keith Vitali have in common? In addition...
Black Belt Team
Feb 17, 2024


Disruptor: Benjamin Evans
Benjamin Evans is a 6th degree black belt in Taekwon-Do. He considers his most important job teaching Taekwon-Do to those who are...
Black Belt Team
Feb 13, 2024


Words of Wisdom: Ernie Reyes Sr.
Throughout his career, Ernie Reyes Sr., the founder of the West Coast Demonstration Team and Black Belt’s 1981 "Instructor of the Year,"...
Black Belt Team
Feb 10, 2024

NFL and the Martial Arts: The Dangerous Dozen
As we gear up for the big game, we are celebrating those gridiron warriors who not only had a passionate dedication to martial arts, but...
George Chung
Feb 9, 2024


Training Day: Eric San Jose Pt. 2 (To San Hyung Demo Video)
To San 도산 Hyung 형 By Eric San Jose To San Hyung is a Beginner Form with great basic movement that has direct self defense applications. ...
Black Belt Team
Feb 7, 2024


Training Day: Eric San José Pt. 1 (Chung Gun Hyung Demo Video)
Chung Gun Hyung by Eric San José Chung Gun Hyung for intermediate level. Introduces the cat stance for an easy transition to kicking. I...
Black Belt Team
Jan 31, 2024


Training Day: Eric San José Pt. 3 (Po Eun 포은 Hyung 형 Demo Video)
Po Eun 포은 Hyung 형 by Eric San Jose Black Belt form Po Eun 포은 Hyung 형 is done as if the practitioner had their back to a wall. The fast...
Black Belt Team
Jan 26, 2024


Martial Arts vs. Fighting Arts
“Judo isn’t really good for self-defense.” “Traditional karate competitions that don’t have any contact aren’t very exciting.” “Tai chi...
Dave Lowry
Jan 25, 2024


Up Close: Ernie Reyes Sr.
FEATURED ON: The Master’s Way BACKGROUND: Black Belt Hall of Fame, former point-karate champion, founder of the West Coast Demonstration...
Black Belt Team
Jan 23, 2024

Cover Story Throwback: Jhoon Rhee
Jhoon Rhee is featured on the 1970 issue of Black Belt Magazine with his signature side kick. The feature showcased the future "Father of...
Black Belt Team
Dec 28, 2023


Brian Garrett: Fighting for Longevity
by Terry L. Wilson Old-School Martial Artists Offer Advice for All Who Plan to Train for Life! Part 5: Brian Garrett In the United States...
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Dec 24, 2023


Enter Talón Footwear!
Enter Talón Footwear As any seasoned martial artist knows, the most serious self-defense situations in life typically happen in public...
Black Belt Team
Nov 21, 2023


“Best of the Best” Franchise Creator & Star Phillip Rhee Shares the “Best” is Yet Come!
Phillip Rhee is a master martial artist, actor, and filmmaker best known for creating the Best of the Best film franchise with his...
Black Belt Team
Nov 2, 2023


The 8 Styles of Michael Jai White
Michael Jai White is one of the biggest stars of martial arts movies today. Much like Scott Adkins he was born a little too late, and...
Andrew Bryan
Oct 25, 2023

Trailblazer: Gabrielle Rudolph
Gabrielle Rudolph is a trailblazing martial artist and is a featured instructor on the most comprehensive martial arts platform in...
Black Belt Team
Oct 4, 2023

10 Celebs You Didn't Know Were Martial Artists
When we heard that this one A-list comedian was an advanced BJJ practitioner, we decided to dig and find other surprising celebs that ...
Bo Maxwell
Oct 1, 2023

Most Difficult Kicks to Master in Martial Arts
Every martial artist remembers a time when they witnessed a kick so masterful that it inspired them to train even more. Whether it was a...
Bo Maxwell
Oct 1, 2023

Fake Masters in Martial Arts
Oftentimes in life, we come across people who call themselves specialists in certain areas of work, i.e. professionals, scientists or,...
David Stainko
Jun 23, 2023


South Korea, Turkey, Lead Way at World Taekwondo Championships
The World Taekwondo Championships concluded Sunday in Baku, Azerbaijan featuring the participation of competitors from a record 144...
Black Belt Team
Jun 5, 2023


World Taekwondo Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Sunday, May 28, marked the 50th anniversary of World Taekwondo, the worldwide governing body of Olympic-style taekwondo. Originally ...
Mark Jacobs
May 29, 2023

Trailblazer: Jackson Rudolph
Jackson Rudolph is a trailblazing champion and is a featured instructor on the most comprehensive martial arts platform in...
Black Belt Team
Apr 3, 2023
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