What is Martial Arts

Martial arts refers to systems and traditions of warfare and combat. In modern days, ring sports and entertainment styles have also started calling themselves martial arts and thus general public also commonly considers them under the umbrella of martial arts. Origin of the term “Martial arts” There are various explanations of the origin of the … Read more

Why do people learn martial arts?

Martial arts may seem like a uselessly tiring activity for few people, however they can’t understand the true taste of martial arts and it’s discipline unless they understand why people learn martial arts and probably by practicing it themselves at least for some time. Various people have different reasons for learning martial arts, including: Many … Read more

What is Wushu?

Wushu, a form of contemporary Chinese martial arts, combining performance elements with martial application. Wushu focuses on speed and power with natural and relaxed movements. A wushu practitioner combines strength, speed and flexibility with effortless, fierce and flawless technique! Literal meaning of Wushu Wushu can be translated to “martial arts” in English. The word wushu … Read more

Greatest Boxing heavyweights

Boxing has always been a man’s sport. With the recent welterweight ‘Fight of the Century’ between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao coming to a somewhat unsatisfactory closure we decide to take a look back at the most popular weight division that produced the most charismatic and greatest boxers the world has ever known. 5. Rocky … Read more

Self Defence Tips

The best self defense tip that anyone can give is: stay calm. When defending yourself it is important to keep your wits about you, act fast, and control the situation. Think things through: When in a stressful survival situation, your brain will want to “fight or flight”. Essentially, your body is going to freak out … Read more

Aikido and the Use of Ki

Recently there has been a lot of discussion regarding whether or not Ki, Chi, or inner energy is real, and if so, is it some kind of magical “stuff”. I believe Ki is more about being centered and connected rather than some “mystical powers”. In Aikido, we have some techniques to help us become more … Read more