Before we start learning any martial arts techniques I would like to cover some training concepts. This is quality versus quantity, when you practice it’s much more important to focus on the quality of your martial arts training rather than the quantity. In other words it’s better to train for 20 minutes with intensity than […]…
There are many different aspects when it comes to martial arts. Some people may focus strictly on throwing, striking and other components, it is important to absorb every aspect though in order to learn and excel. There is a total of six different phases for you to learn and properly defend yourself. They are listed […]…
When it comes to martial arts, the way you stand is very important to how you will be able to move and protect your vital organs. There are many different factors to remember when trying to improve your stance. This starts from the way that your chin is positioned, to how you bend your knees, […]…
The last thing you think about when sparring is relaxing! Your heart races, you may feel competitive, excited, and so on versus kicking up your feet and relaxing. Perhaps one of the greatest martial arts training tips you can ever get is to simply relax and this is because you will gain many benefits from […]…
Having trained at hundreds of martial arts schools the biggest crime MANY commit is spending way too much time drilling and practicing technique and not enough time to make it work. You see it all the time – students that have decent technique but can’t get anywhere near their opponent in the real game. They are […]…
Since violence is considered to be so complex, you can visualize a matrix to understand its many levels and dimensions. It is important to be prepared for all situations when it comes to martial arts for self defense versus just your level of expertise. While its purpose is in no way shape or form supposed […]…
The goals of any physical encounter could vary based on the situation. Just because a strategy worked once does not mean it will help you win every time. Shouting for help is typically a first reaction when your life is at stake, other options may include fleeing or finding a sharp object. Adopting an open […]…
Due to the dangers of engaging in hand-to-hand combat, we all probably think twice before getting involved in one. Many times, this can happen because the losses may outweigh the gains, even in the case of a victorious outcome.. With fighting we certianly won’t always have the ability to make a choice.. Sometimes, we will […]…
The first thing would be eye contact with a piercing stare. Next, comes the verbal challenge such as “What are you looking at? It is not uncommon for a chest bump to occur as the opponents close in on one another. Naturally pushing and finger poking comes next. So then what? Perhaps a roundhouse punch? […]…
When it comes to martial arts training, the relationship between trainer and trainee is based on a give and take of knowledge. When observing the concept of violence, it can be defined by using four main sources of knowledge.. Reason, tradition, experience and entertainment & recreation are the four sources.. Experience: Generally speaking, experience happens […]…
Time and time again, without fail it seems as though people are faced with the question on who will win, the street fighter or the boxer. It doesn’t go without belief that any well trained boxer can beat any style fighter, if they practice and know the proper techniques. Also, a boxer doesn’t win every […]…
It should go without saying that punching is an important part of winning a boxing match. Yes, stance is important as well as knowledge and patience, but what would a boxing match be like without any punches? Although the jab is a very effective and efficient punch, power punches are definitely something that should not […]…
Having the proper stance and knowing the proper fighting range can greatly improve one’s ability to win a fight especially when boxing for the street. It may not be common knowledge, but the proper range in boxing should fall in between two and four inches outside of the opponents reach. Relaxation is an important tool […]…
Any great trainer and boxer for that matter will tell you that you absolutely cannot have effective defense without offense. It is like that saying “what goes up must come down.” Defense and offense work well together, it’s as simple as that. It should be common sense that in a boxing match, especially when boxing […]…
Being a great fighter and especially being a great boxer takes a lot more than just being able to throw solid punches. Patience is ultimately what will separate the winners from the losers and knowledge is right up there with it. In street boxing, one must be able to land solid punches, block them but […]…
