Archive for the ‘Art Competitions’ category

Chi and Martial Arts

July 6th, 2010
Chi and Martial Arts

If you have ever watched a martial arts competition or especially if you watch them regularly you may notice that some competitors make it seem effortless. Their form is seemingly perfect but does not look rehearsed. They seem to flow from move to another and even in the middle of a fierce battle it seems as if they are dancing.

Then there are others that seem stiff, the movements have an awkward rehearsed feeling to them and even » Read more: Chi and Martial Arts

Martial Arts – Boost Confidence With Every Class

June 12th, 2010
Martial Arts - Boost Confidence With Every Class

Attend a martial arts class regularly and students receive numerous benefits in addition to the pleasure of being a part of a close knit club. Quite simply, martial arts members often forge strong friendships and alliances and a collective force of commitment and drive allows students the chance to progress both within their chosen style and on a more personal level. Although some students may decide that the discipline and intense training is no » Read more: Martial Arts – Boost Confidence With Every Class

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is A Modern Form Of Jujutsu, The Ancient Japanese Martial Art

May 19th, 2010
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is A Modern Form Of Jujutsu, The Ancient Japanese Martial Art

Like Jujutsu, Jiu Jitsu Also Focuses on Leverage and Balance Rather Than Brute Force

The ancient Japanese martial art of jujutsu was developed to fight bare handed against armed and armored opponents during Samurai days. This technique depended on balance and leverage to use the opponent’s momentum against himself and throw him off balance. The unbalanced opponent was thrown, immobilized, maimed, choked or otherwise render » Read more: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is A Modern Form Of Jujutsu, The Ancient Japanese Martial Art