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Black Belt Team
Sep 27, 2024
Master Traditional Kobudo with Fumio Demura: Unlock the Secrets of Karate Weapons with This Complete Video Course!
Fumio Demura, a living legend in the martial arts world, presents his Karate Weapons: Complete Video Course...
Black Belt Team
Sep 27, 2024
Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Competitor of the Year: Celebrating Amit Elor!
Black Belt Magazine, the premier martial arts media outlet globally, is pleased to announce the recognition of the Class of 2024 for the...
Mike Finn
Sep 26, 2024
What Hidden Strategies Do Traditional Martial Arts Techniques Offer in Real-World Combat?
People like to criticize traditional martial arts techniques, saying that they’re rubbish or that they won’t work in a real fight..
Black Belt Team
Sep 26, 2024
Cover Story Throwback: Phillip and Simon Rhee
October 1985, featured the Rhee brothers, Simon and Phillip , "brothers in arms and feet." Individually, each brother carved his own path...
Floyd Burk
Sep 24, 2024
Bill "Superfoot" Wallace’s 10 Key Strategies to Become a Martial Arts Champion
As a living legend of the martial arts, Bill “Superfoot” Wallace needs no introduction for the majority of Black Belt’s readers. But for...
Black Belt Team
Sep 23, 2024
10 Deadliest Martial Arts Weapons That Could Defeat Any Opponent in Seconds!
Over centuries, warriors from different cultures have developed and mastered a wide array of weapons, each with its unique strengths....
Black Belt Team
Sep 22, 2024
Cover Story Throwback: Chuck Norris
The November 1969 issue of Karate Illustrated marked the magazine's second-ever cover, showcasing a young Chuck Norris executing the...
Black Belt Team
Sep 21, 2024
Don’t Miss This Classic Martial Arts Thriller! Scorpion (1986) Starring Tony Tulleners Premieres on Black Belt Magazine YouTube TODAY!
Attention, martial arts movie buffs! If you're a fan of high-octane action and vintage fight choreography, set your...
Black Belt Team
Sep 20, 2024
Unlock the Ultimate Self-Defense Secrets: Burton Richardson’s “Silat for the Street” on Black Belt Drills
In a world where personal safety is paramount, the need for practical self-defense techniques has never been more pressing.
Black Belt Team
Sep 20, 2024
Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Instructor of the Year: Celebrating John Sepulveda!
Join us as we honor John Sepulveda, recognized as the Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Instructor of the Year!
Black Belt Team
Sep 19, 2024
The 5 Greatest Martial Arts Rivalries That Changed Combat Sports Forever!
These rivalries bring out the best in fighters, forcing them to push beyond their limits and leaving an indelible mark on martial arts..
Dave Lowry
Sep 19, 2024
How (Not) to Name Your Dojo
Martial artists who are about to open their own dojo often want to give it a Japanese name.
Jay Zeballos
Sep 17, 2024
Secrets Revealed: Jean Jacques Machado on Taking Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the Next Level
“In preparing for battle, I have always found that plans are useless but planning is indispensable.” —President Dwight D. Eisenhower Jean...
Black Belt Team
Sep 17, 2024
Unlock the Secrets of Ancient Jiu Jitsu Masters: Rare Strikes to Elevate Your Game
Beyond the fundamental techniques and widely-practiced submissions lies a treasure trove of rare and devastating strikes..
Black Belt Team
Sep 15, 2024
Ancient Martial Arts Secrets: Rediscovering Lost Combat Techniques Hidden in History
Ancient martial arts, practiced for centuries, hold a treasure trove of forgotten skills, combat philosophies, and self-defense strategies.
Black Belt Team
Sep 13, 2024
Karate for Kids: The Ultimate Guide to Introducing Your Child to Shotokan Karate with a Perfect Blend of Fun and Discipline!
Karate is not just a martial art; it's a way of life that instills discipline, respect, and self-confidence in children..
Dave Lowry
Sep 11, 2024
Karate History: Naha-Te vs. Shuri-Te
Karate practitioners with any interest in the historical roots of their art will be familiar with the terms Naha-te and Shuri-te..
Black Belt Team
Sep 11, 2024
Master the Art of Combat: 10 Essential Punches and Kicks in Kickboxing You Must Know
Mastering the key punches and kicks is essential for success in the ring or for self-defense
Emil Farkas
Sep 10, 2024
Combat Shotokan: Reviving Karate’s Self-Defense Roots in a Sport-Focused Era
Like most martial arts, karate originated as a system that was designed for hand-to-hand combat.
Black Belt Team
Sep 10, 2024
The Surprising Power of Mindfulness in Martial Arts – Boost Performance and Discipline Like Never Before!
What if the key to unlocking your full potential as a martial artist lies not in physical prowess?
Black Belt Team
Sep 9, 2024
Martial Arts Heroes Beyond the Screen: Meet the Real-Life Warriors Who Inspired Iconic Movie Characters
Martial arts movies have fascinated global audiences for decades with their intense action sequences and captivating characters.
Tony Torre
Sep 9, 2024
Weaponize Your Structure: Limb Destruction From the Filipino Martial Arts
Anyone who’s been around the martial arts long enough no doubt has heard a certain boxing maxim: Make him miss and make him pay. That’s...
Black Belt Team
Sep 8, 2024
Beyond the Octagon: The Transformative Impact of Martial Arts on Body, Mind, and Society
While the focus often rests on the physical spectacle inside the cage or octagon, the influence of martial arts reaches far beyond..
Black Belt Team
Sep 8, 2024
Cover Story Throwback: Roy Kurban and Bob Dunek
The September 1972 cover of Karate Illustrated showcased the blood-and-guts era of full-contact, bare-knuckle fighting, featuring Texas...
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