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What is Aikido?

Aikido is a Japanese martial art developed in the early 20th century by Morihei Ueshiba,[...]

What is Taekwondo?

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art that primarily focuses on kicking techniques, though it also[...]

What is Krav Maga?

Krav Maga is a martial art and self-defence system that originated in Israel. It was[...]

Who were the Samurai?

The term “Samurai” refers to the noble warriors of feudal Japan who served the interests[...]

What are the Filipino martial arts?

Filipino martial arts, also known as Eskrima/Kali/Arnis, are a diverse and comprehensive system of martial[...]

What is Judo?

Judo is a modern Japanese martial art and combat sport that was developed in the[...]

Who are the Shaolin monks?

The Shaolin monks are members of the Shaolin Monastery, which is a Buddhist temple located[...]

What is Tang Soo Do?

Family Martial Arts Centres teaches the traditional martial art of Tang Soo Do, an ancient[...]

10 Reasons to study Kata

Training in forms (Japanese Kata, Korean Hyung), which are choreographed patterns of movements, offers a[...]

What is Sumo Wrestling?

Sumo wrestling is a traditional Japanese sport that involves two wrestlers, or rikishi, competing to[...]