Back to GlossaryHomeSearchMartial Arts Culture and HistoryGear and EquipmentPersonalitiesSkill DevelopmentMind and Body ConnectionWeapons and Traditional Tools Martial arts map Complete blog posts directory ContactFWe call it training. Not because we are training for Jiu Jitsu. We are training for life.Chris Matakas
Philippines Olympic Boxing Legacy: The Stories of Filipino Fighting ChampionsSTILL CHASING GOLD! Philippines' 10 Olympic boxing medals tell incredible stories - from controversial decisions to inspiring comebacks. Traditional martial arts meet Olympic excellence in century-long fighting legacy! January 1, 2026
Medical Screening for Martial Artists: A Doctor's Guide to Safer Training and CompetitionDiscover why medical screening matters in martial arts, how early detection prevents serious injuries, and how proper evaluations support safer training and long-term performance.Dr. Antti RintanenDecember 24, 2025
2026 Asian Games MMA DebutHISTORIC! MMA debuts at 2026 Asian Games, marking the evolution from traditional martial arts to modern combat sports. Six medal events await in Nagoya! Traditional vs modern formats honor heritage while embracing innovation.December 18, 2025
Mixed Martial ArtsMixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport that allows a wide variety of fighting techniques and skills from a mixture of other combat sports to be used in competition.MMetsubushiMetsubushi, often translated as "eye closers" or "eye blinders," are tools or techniques used in traditional Japanese martial arts, particularly ninjutsu, to temporarily blind or disorient an opponent.MUechi-RyuUechi-Ryu is a traditional style of Okinawan karate founded by Kanbun Uechi in the early 20th century.UPull-up BarsPull-up bars are pieces of exercise equipment designed to help individuals perform pull-ups and other upper body exercises.PShaolin MonksShaolin monks are Buddhist monks associated with the Shaolin Temple, a historic monastery located in the Henan province of China.STaekwondoTaekwondo is a Korean martial art that emphasizes head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques.THorse StanceThe Horse Stance, also known as "Kiba Dachi" in Japanese, is a fundamental stance used in many martial arts, including American Kenpo.HKatame-WazaKatame-Waza refers to the grappling or groundwork techniques in Judo.KDōzukuriDōzukuri is an essential step in Kyudo, the Japanese martial art of archery.DBattojutsuBattojutsu, also known as Iaijutsu, is a traditional Japanese martial art focused on the technique of drawing and cutting with a katana (Japanese sword) in a single fluid motion.BQwan Ki DoQwan Ki Do is a Vietnamese martial art that combines various techniques and philosophies from traditional Vietnamese and Chinese martial arts.QChoice Reaction Time (CRT)Choice Reaction Time (CRT) is a measure of the time it takes for an individual to respond to one of several stimuli by selecting the appropriate response from multiple options. CJogo do PauJogo do Pau is a traditional Portuguese martial art that involves the use of a wooden staff, typically around 1.5 to 2 meters (5 to 6.5 feet) in length.JDaoshuDaoshu (刀术), also known as Broadsword Technique or Swordsmanship, is a traditional Chinese martial art focused on the use of the dao (刀), a single-edged Chinese broadsword.DBoguBogu is the protective armor worn by practitioners of Kendo during training and competition.BLoad More1 / 18No Items Found