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Exploring the Martial Arts: Karate

Exploring the Martial Arts: Karate

The origin of the term “karate” is from the Japanese word “kara,” which means “empty,” and “te,” which means “hand.” This form of martial arts is known for fighting without weapons.   Origins Although karate...
Exploring the Martial Arts: Krav Maga

Exploring the Martial Arts: Krav Maga

The Israeli Defense Forces’ self-defense system, known as “Krav Maga,” is a no-holds-barred style of martial arts that uses natural movements to attack and counter-attack. Unlike other martial arts, it doesn’t utilize traditional fighting...
Martial Arts Origins: Rise in Eastern Civilization

Martial Arts Origins: Rise in Eastern Civilization

Martial arts emerged from depictions of fights in various forms of art, as well as archaeological findings and weapons. Some of the earliest works depict battles that date back to 3,000 BC. Many people believe that martial arts originated in Asia. This region is home...
Martial Arts Origins: Rise in Western Civilization

Martial Arts Origins: Rise in Western Civilization

The origins of martial arts can be traced back to ancient times when it was commonly practiced in arenas and battlefields. There is no easy answer to this question, as the history of all of these arts is too deep to talk about in one blog post. Besides the various...
Martial Arts Origins: An Introduction

Martial Arts Origins: An Introduction

Although martial arts are commonly studied for various reasons, they share a single objective: To defeat a person or defend oneself from a physical threat. Some of these origins include Buddhism, Shinto, and other religions. Martial arts are also associated with East...