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Self-defense Against a Knife: Myths, Fantasies and How to Stay Alive, Part One
"Knife defense" (actually, "defense against weapons" in general, but let’s stick to knives/shanks/little pointy things for now), as trained these days in most martial arts/self-defense schools, and even in many (but not all) "Reality-Based" ones, is more entertainment than life-saving training.The Artistic Method: What Does This have to Do With Violence? Let’s eliminate from consideration up front all the thousands of schools where the "armed attacker" brandishes a knife, cocks it at the hip, then lunges forward in a single, committed thrust… then waits or falls off balance while the "defender" performs (yes, it is a performance, as artistic and false as anything on Broadway) the prescribed technique.Read more…Self-defense Against a Knife: Myths, Fantasies and How to Stay Alive, Part Two
Dynamics of the BladeIn training, no matter how "hard-core" and "alive," if you miss your pick-up of the knife arm or lose control of it as you grapple, you get poked, and you try again.In real life, that "poke" can end everything for you! If it penetrates a vital organ, you may have only minutes (or less) to get emergency medical care--and even then, they may not be able to save you.Read more…Unconventional Personal Self Defense Weapons
Many of us believe in the importance of personal self defense. But we may not have skills or training in karate, boxing, or other systems we normally associate with personal self defense, and rely instead upon the advantage of weaponry.Weapons are intended to give us extra power and leverage, but they are not always where we need them when we need them in an emergency personal self defense situation.Read more…Hardcore Ghetto Street Fights As Entertainment?
We come across ghetto street fights not only in our neighborhood, but in fact it's available in underground DVD's and freely in the internet and it's quite in demand too. And yes, you must have heard of G-Unit, Black Rob, Funkmaster Flex and Lil Jon who really loves ghetto street brawls and uses them in remixed music videos. These videos fetch for about t $15 in stores, some amounting to $19.Read more…Capoeira for People Over 30
One of the things most often heard after a capoeira performance is, “I could never do that, I’m way too old!”Well, I was one of those people who fell in love with capoeira at a relatively late age, 28, and I am a strong supporter of capoeira for all ages. There are mestres (capoeira masters) in their mid 80s who still find time to play.Read more…Capoeira-Understanding the Game
The beginning stages of learning to play Capoeira are spent on basic fundamentals used to help the novice know how to move around safely. Being able to throw a properly executed kick and being able to escape in an appropriate manner in response to an opponent are very important elements. In an academic setting, repetition usually helps with perfecting ones form and skill level.Read more…Gymnastics and Capoeira
Usually when one sees capoeira (regional) for the first time they notice fast kicks, the strange ground movements and the high flying acrobatics. Even though these flips look like showing off (many times they are), in capoeira, a flip can also be a dangerous weapon. A well-timed floreo (acrobatic move) is not only pretty, but it can also be used to cover distance, surprise your opponent, or can even be turned into a devastating attack.Read more…Martial Arts Book Review: Floor Fighting by Marc "Animal" MacYoung
Being the author of several books on the martial arts and fighting, I am always looking for books of exceptional quality to add to my library. If I have a book in my library, it's definitely worth owning. One such book is Marc “Animal” Mac Young’s, "Floor Fighting.Read more…Should You Notify Your Attacker That You Are Trained In The Martial Arts?
According to some “experts” in the field of self-defense, you should notify your potential attacker that you are in fact trained in the martial arts and that if provoked, you will use that training to defend yourself. Now I consider this advice to be akin to taking a knife and cutting across your own throat to see if it is sharp enough. Sure, you’ll find out the answer to that one, but only once.Read more…Sometimes You Learn the Most From A Well Intentioned and Calculated Butt Whoopin'
As you may and should well know, three of the many tenants of almost any martial art are respect, self-discipline, and self-control. These tenants should be applied to every situation, even those where you think they shouldn’t. A prime example of this comes from my own personal experience with a senior classmate of mine when I was just a green belt.Read more…Attending Your First Class of Capoeira
Ones experience when attending class for the first time can be intimidating and confusing. The main reason for this is due to the fact Capoeira uses moves that are unfamiliar to most people outside of Brazil. Even moves that may seem simple, like ginga and role, are difficult to master even after months of practicing.Read more…Capoeira Safety
Capoeira is very hard on the body, especially the knees and joints. Beginners often find out that after a short time of practicing capoeira moves, their bodies become tense and sore. Therefore, it is very important to stretch thoroughly after warming up, and again after your capoeira workout.Read more…Martial Arts - Do They Make You A Fighter?
For many people who see martial artists they immediately assume that they can apply complex martial skills in a street situation.The more complicated the skills the more impressive it looks and so to the uneducated onlooker it may appear as if these people could easily defend themselves in a pub, club, or on the street against unprovoked attack.Of course, after years of training, the reality is a bit of a paradox.Read more…Zatoichi Sword
Zatoichi is a fictional character featured in one of Japan's longest running series of films and a television series set in the Edo period. The great popularity of the character has been likened to that of James Bond in Western countries. Yet, Zatoichi has become commonly associated with one actor: Shintaro Katsu.Read more…Striking into MMA
An analysis of the evolution of Wing Chun Kung Fu through the Chu Sau Lei system and its movement into the mixed martial arts arena.Read more…All About Kinds of Boxing Equipments
Boxing is a sport event where two participants will fight each other with their fists. Kickboxing comprises kicking, dashing and knocking between two parties. To safeguard the boxers against any damages, kick boxing equipments are designed and produced. Read more…Are You Making This Deadly Mistake?
There is one critical mistake made when practicing methods of defense against someone trying to grab or mug you. This glaring mistake is seen EVERY where by every expert. No matter how accomplished an instructor may be or how hardcore or Read more…Introduction To The Game Of Boxing
Boxing is a combat game played throughout the world. The history of the combat sports game seems to be more interesting and the participation of people get increased day by day. Read more…Why You Should Never Run Away From a Fight
As the Presidential Election Heats Up, Our Thoughts Turn To Our Citizen Soldiers in The Desert. One of the fundamentals of Tekkenryu Jujutsu is to always keep advancing on an attacker. Every technique is meant to take ground and keep the attacker off balance. Because once you make the decision to fight, retreat only means pain and loss and if you want to survive cannot relent in your attacks. History proves that most casualties occur when the enemy is routed and on the retreat. This principle is the same no matter if it's two or two million. Read more…Keep Him on the Run
Like in all combat sports, the last thing you want to do is be on the defensive and unlike MMA or Boxing, in the world of self defense the stakes are much higher. Once you target covers up, it's game over for him.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Martial Arts category
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By Damian Ross of The Self Defense Company It first started long ago when some unkown combat aficionado first posed the question: "Which is BETTER, boxing or wrestling' ?" - The MMA Industry is Growing in Popularity - By: Kimberly Green
The MMA is fast growing among adults and kids alike, both watching and participating. - Does Self Defense Need to be Complicated? - By: Damian Ross
Our society has turned into a culture where everyone wants everything right away, and yesterday isn't soon enough. But we all know good things take time, but do essential skills like real self defense training need the same time to master like martial arts training? - Banners, Battle Axes, and Beer: Is there a better way to spend the weekend? - By: Damian Ross
The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is a historical reenactment group, which recreates pre-17th century Western European history, and every summer they go to war. For 17 days full contact sport martial arts are taken to a higher level as armies numbering in the thousands clash in the fields of Pennsylvania for honor and glory. - Which Martial Art is the Best for Law Enforcement? - By: Damian Ross
Up until 30 years ago, JUDO was the martial art. - Why You Need to Know How to Fight - By: Damian Ross
Most people try to live their lives without violence or having to fight someone. This is a noble pursuit and if you're able to avoid violence you should always try to do so, but that doesn't mean to abandon the idea of learning to protect yourself. In fact, failure to do so will put you and your loved ones at risk. - Why Martial Artists and Coaches Make the Best Instructors - By: Damian Ross
I always hear the argument...you don't need a black belt to defense yourself (I know, I said it). This is absolutely 100% true. Self Defense is NOT a martial art. But teaching self defense IS. - Why You Should Always Trust a Wrestler - By: Damian Ross
Yesterday I went to the annual wrestling awards banquet at my alma mater, Ridgewood High School. Every year my family has the distinction of honoring a Ridgewood wrestler with the Philip A Ross, Jr. award. - IS Vale Tudo: The Original "Mixed Martial Arts"? - By: Damian Ross
Described by some as "human cock-fighting," Vale Tudo is Portuguese for anything goes, and in these competitions they mean it. So violent that it is only available over the Internet in the United States Vale Tudo might be unarmed combat, but it is as bloody as a sport can get while still being called a game. - The Evolution of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - By: Damian Ross
Over a half a century ago Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) came into being. It appeared on the grand stage in the early 1990's hen the Gracie family introduced it to the world.