Martial Arts & MMA related Articles.

The Samurais Training Weapon Of Choice
The bokken also known as a bokuto is an inexpensive Japanese curved training sword. Bokkens are used in Aikido and other Martial Arts around 102cm in length and weighing around the same weight as a katana. Bokkens require very little maintenance and care compared to the Katana. More

Kali Drills For Aikido Autrelle Holland 2012
Aikido and Kali appear to be two very different arts on the surface, but they are actually very similar when you understand the training methods. Both are based on the proficient use of edged weapons. In Aikido, this is the sword. In Kali, it is the machete or knife. Any art based on the use of the weapon means that the attributes of timing, distance, and proper angles take precedence over strength or speed. For example, if a 200 pound man and a 100 pound woman have a fight with swords, there is no such thing as the man being stronger and having the advantage. More


Forging the Soul of the Samurai
Anyone who knows anything about Japan is familiar with the traditional sword of the samurai, the katana. This curved sword came to represent much more than its basic function as an instrument of warfare. It represented everything that made a samurai a samurai; his rank in society, his military prowess, and most importantly, his bushido. More


The Case for the ‘Peaceful Warrior’ & the Fate of World Martial Arts Culture
By Nathan Zhang, a Tai-chi practitioner, a Duke of Queensbury enthusiast, and an MMA fan; also the “CEO” of Budgetblack Corporation (a comic book publisher from the USA).
The Case for the ‘Peaceful Warrior’
Throughout history, man has had a need to defend himself from foes and predators. In ages past, it was the tiger, the lion, the serpent, and oftentimes, bands of roving highwaymen whom sought treasure at the expense of defenseless pilgrims and merchants. More