Skip to contentIt’s a common idea that traditional martial arts are now useless in modern times due to becoming outdated or watered down. But maybe it is simply that traditional martial arts also play a different role now that we have more effective combat systems.People say traditional martial arts aren’t effective because they are no longer the best options in terms of learning fighting or self-defense. The prevalence of schools that aim for financial gain and encourage cult-like behavior also adds to the belief that they are not effective.The truth is that both traditional and modern...…Skip to contentIt’s a common idea that traditional martial arts are now useless in modern times due to becoming outdated or watered down. But maybe it is simply that traditional martial arts also play a different role now that we have more effective combat systems.People say traditional martial arts aren’t effective because they are no longer the best options in terms of learning fighting or self-defense. The prevalence of schools that aim for financial gain and encourage cult-like behavior also adds to the belief that they are not effective.The truth is that both traditional and modern...WW…

Skip to contentDeciding if you should train in martial arts is a complex question that is specific to the individual. I wrote this article based on my experiences and observations so that people have a way to evaluate whether or not they should learn martial arts.For most people learning martial arts is a value-added activity. Martial arts offer significant benefits in developing physical health, mental health, and social health while building valuable self-defense skills in a community of like-minded individuals.In this article, we will break down some of the advantages and disadvantages...…Skip to contentDeciding if you should train in martial arts is a complex question that is specific to the individual. I wrote this article based on my experiences and observations so that people have a way to evaluate whether or not they should learn martial arts.For most people learning martial arts is a value-added activity. Martial arts offer significant benefits in developing physical health, mental health, and social health while building valuable self-defense skills in a community of like-minded individuals.In this article, we will break down some of the advantages and disadvantages...WW…

Skip to contentBoxing is one of the best sports that you can pick up for fitness and enjoyment. Since boxing does require equipment and gear to effectively train it, I looked into what you really need to get started as a beginner in boxing.Beginners’ boxing equipment should include essentials like boxing shoes and protective gear like hand wraps and gloves. If you plan to train at a home gym you may also need to buy and install a heavy bag. Other items like headgear, groin protection, and a mouth guard are needed for sparring.This article discusses the different equipment you need when you...…Skip to contentBoxing is one of the best sports that you can pick up for fitness and enjoyment. Since boxing does require equipment and gear to effectively train it, I looked into what you really need to get started as a beginner in boxing.Beginners’ boxing equipment should include essentials like boxing shoes and protective gear like hand wraps and gloves. If you plan to train at a home gym you may also need to buy and install a heavy bag. Other items like headgear, groin protection, and a mouth guard are needed for sparring.This article discusses the different equipment you need when you...WW…

Skip to contentHEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) is a combination of history and martial arts that takes historical documents and recreates the techniques and fighting capabilities from that time period. They take sets of weapon fighting techniques and form them into competition rulesets.HEMA is a collection of different martial arts that can be trained in different ways depending on the club. It can be considered a martial art in the same way that MMA can be considered a martial art. HEMA as practiced in tournaments and competitions is definitely a combat sport.If you want to know...…Skip to contentHEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) is a combination of history and martial arts that takes historical documents and recreates the techniques and fighting capabilities from that time period. They take sets of weapon fighting techniques and form them into competition rulesets.HEMA is a collection of different martial arts that can be trained in different ways depending on the club. It can be considered a martial art in the same way that MMA can be considered a martial art. HEMA as practiced in tournaments and competitions is definitely a combat sport.If you want to know...WW…