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The Shaolin Myth: What Really Happened at the Birthplace of Kung Fu?
Origins Around 495, a nondescript Buddhist temple called Shaolin was constructed in Henan province in eastern China. Thirteen years...
Robert Young
5 days ago

The 3 Untold Rules Behind Every Successful Martial Artist
It doesn’t matter whether you practice boxing, judo, jujitsu, karate, kendo, or tai chi. It doesn’t matter whether you choose to use a...
Tom Koch
Feb 26

The Surprising Connection Between Vietnamese Martial Arts and Chinese Kung Fu
Vo co truyen is a blanket term for the traditional Vietnamese martial arts. It encompasses kicking, punching, forms and weapons skills,...
Antonio Graceffo
Jan 9

8 Legendary Kung Fu Masters Who Changed History—and Hollywood!
From the streets of China to screens around the world, these legendary kung fu masters have transcended time and reality. But did you...
Justin Lee Ford
Dec 27, 2024


Are Street Fighter’s Moves Real? The Martial Arts That Inspired Them!
The Street Fighter franchise isn't just a treasure trove of nostalgic combos and Hadoukens—it’s a celebration of martial arts from...
Justin Lee Ford
Nov 22, 2024

Top 7 Most Iconic Shaw Brothers Kung Fu Movie Fights
The Shaw Brothers revolutionized martial arts cinema with jaw-dropping choreography and unforgettable action. Here are seven fights that...
Justin Lee Ford
Nov 15, 2024

Hong Kong Phooey: The Number One Super Guy in Cartoon Kung Fu
In the world of animated television, few characters blend humor with martial arts quite like Hong Kong Phooey. Debuting in the 1970s,...
Justin Lee Ford
Oct 24, 2024


The Legacy and Impact of the TV Series Kung Fu: How One Show Changed Everything
Get ready, grasshopper… we’re rewinding to the '70s and stepping into the world of the TV Series Kung Fu!
Justin Lee Ford
Oct 11, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: Leo Fong
The cover of the May 1971 issue of Karate Illustrated featured the legendary Leo Fong , showcasing his skills in the same year his first...
Black Belt Team
Sep 29, 2024


A Brief History of Fight Choreography - Part 2: The Rise of Hong Kong Action
The mid-20th century marked a seismic shift in action on screen, turning subtle sparks into spectacular fireworks.
Justin Lee Ford
Sep 20, 2024

Exploring the Different Types of Kung Fu: A Comprehensive Guide to China’s Martial Arts Heritage
It’s more than just a fighting system; it represents a way of life that includes physical fitness, self-defense, meditation, and..
Black Belt Team
Sep 8, 2024


Q&A with Andrew Kimura: Jun Fan Gung Fu Leader and Taky Kimura's Son
When Bruce Lee opened his school in Seattle in 1960, he wanted to create a place where anyone could learn a self-defense method..
David Tadman
Sep 3, 2024

Karate vs. Kung Fu: The Ultimate Showdown of Martial Arts Mastery
Let's delve into the history, similarities, and differences between these two martial arts to determine which might suit you best...
Black Belt Team
Aug 26, 2024

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...
Black Belt Team
Aug 19, 2024


Buddhism and the Martial Arts: A Basic Understanding of the First Will Give You a Deeper Understanding of the Second!
Life is chaos. How we deal with that chaos is the key to living life with- out having life merely throw us about. Buddhist thinking holds...
Neil Andrew Ripski
Jul 1, 2024


Big Cats of Kung Fu
Anyone who’s had to fend off an angry animal — even one as small as a house cat — knows the fury they can bring to a fight.
John T. Bingham
Jun 3, 2024


When Cranes Fly: What You Need to Know About This Rare Style of White-Crane Kung Fu
China’s Fujian province is famous for being the home of the Southern Shaolin Temple and many powerful styles of traditional kung fu.
Lorne Bernard
May 30, 2024


Tracing the Evolution: The Fascinating History of the Nunchaku
When explaining the origin of the nunchaku, we need to follow different historical paths which lead us to ancient history and direct us...
David Stainko
Mar 13, 2024


Teaching the Complex Art of Kung Fu
Teaching Kung Fu is art work, it truly a display of a painter painting a beautiful portrait. It is a complex art form and to truly be...
Black Belt Team
Mar 11, 2024

Jet Li's Reel-to-Real Kung Fu Hero Roles, Part 2
After doing the third Shaolin Temple film, Jet Li thought about quitting movies, yet a project came along that inspired him to continue,...
Dr. Craig D. Reid
Dec 31, 2023

Bruce Lee on Pub G Mobile Game
PUBG Mobile, one of the world's most popular mobile video games, will be adding a playable character based on the late martial arts star,...
Mark Jacobs
Jan 7, 2023

Practicality in Martial Arts
I would like to open up this article by saying that, no, your martial art of choice does not have to be practical for you to enjoy it....
Cody Greenlee
Nov 26, 2022
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