The Unprecedented Evolution of MMA
The techniques you see in MMA are not new techniques. They’re just a blending of old martial arts techniques. In MMA, we’re just taking...
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Black Belt Team
Nov 2
The Black Belt Podcast with Harinder Singh Sabharwal - Alan Baker - Season 4 Ep. 3
"One of the major speed bumps is the need to do something... the more you seek, the less you find." – Alan Baker In this episode,...
Justin Lee Ford
Nov 1
Walker, Texas Ranger: The Chuck Norris Classic with the Soul of Martial Arts!
Chuck Norris has worn many hats over the years. Beyond being a world-famous karate champion, he has appeared as a version of himself in...
S.D. Seong
Oct 29
When Perfectly Good Techniques Fail: Ricardo Liborio's BJJ Strategy for Competition and Self-Defense
Mike Tyson is famous for saying, “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Think what you want about the former...
Black Belt Team
Oct 5
The Secrets of the Machado Brothers: The Hidden Skills of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s First Family
In a world filled with martial arts legends, one family—one very big family—stands out as champions, innovators, and wise leaders..
Black Belt Team
Oct 3
Cover Story Throwback: B.J. Penn
The cover of the June 2007 issue of Black Belt Magazine showcased the legendary B.J. Penn securing a tight hold on his training...
Black Belt Team
Sep 28
Black Belt Super School List: Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu Headquarters
Established as the first BJJ academy in Texas, Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu Headquarters has evolved into a respected institution
Jay Zeballos
Sep 17
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 15
Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Instructor of the Year: Celebrating the Machado Brothers!
Discover why we are thrilled to recognize this year's honorees - Machado Brothers as Black Belt Hall of Fame 2024 Instructors of the Year!
Black Belt Team
Sep 5
Cover Story Throwback: Jean Jacques Machado
2024 Black Belt Hall of Fame Inductee Jean Jacques Machado is no stranger to the spotlight—featured on the 2008 cover and now...
Justin Lee Ford
Aug 23
Martial Arts for Stunt Performers: 5 Styles to Get You Started (+ 1 Bonus Style)
Whether you’re aiming to soar like a superhero or deliver epic fight scenes, mastering martial arts is key....
Black Belt Team
Aug 19
The Top 10 Deadliest Martial Arts in the World
These deadly martial arts are more than just combat sports; they are survival techniques, honed through generations to ensure victory...
Ricardo Liborio
Jul 16
Martial Arts in Saudi Arabia with Ricardo Liborio
In 2014 Arena merged with an entity known as 22. Mohammed Fayez, who worked as a banker and owner of 22, took over the administration..
Burton Richardson
Jul 11
Is Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Ready For The Streets? 10 Ways To Make Your Sport a More Effective Self-Defense Art!
We all know that the street is different from sport, but over time, I was able to blend self-defense elements from JKD, kali, silat....
Black Belt Team
Jun 12
Machado Brothers Promote 2 Members to the Elusive and Prestigious BJJ Coral Belt
Century Martial Arts hosted four Machado brothers (John, Carlos, Roger, and Rigan Machado) for a special seminar...
Mark Jacobs
May 23
Jack-Of-All-Trades in the Grappling World: Gokor Chivichyan
Even though many combat sports now incorporate grappling, it’s the rare martial artist who can navigate them all and put his skills to use..
George Kirby
May 9
Building Blocks: Budoshin Jujitsu’s Classification of Blocking Techniques Epitomizes Simplicity
A block was just a motion you made as you moved in to continue your defense. It either worked or you got hit.
Andrew Zerling
Apr 25
Proven Judo Arm Lock for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
Here are some Judo Arm locks for BJJ.
Robert Young
Mar 26
Random Thoughts With Rickson Gracie
Rickson Gracie is widely regarded as the best of the best in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, but he’s so much more than that. He’s a Warrior, a...
Charles Earley
Dec 15, 2023
Which Martial Arts Styles Are Most Effective for Self Defense?
We live in a pretty dangerous world these days. Despite our best efforts, a physical confrontation can happen at any time during even the...
Howard Graham
Aug 21, 2023
BJJ's Most Popular Position: The Sandbagger
Sandbagger. Every gym has at least one. I’m sure you think of a particular person in your gym when the word is mentioned. The term is...
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