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Combatives Exposed: The Truth Behind Self-Defense Tactics and Techniques!
Definition Combatives is a set of tactics and techniques designed to preserve your life in a violent situation with no regard to...
J. Torres
Mar 17, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Mike Shintaku
Featured on the cover of Karate Illustrated's December 1983 issue, Mike Shintaku —a dominant force in the Pacific Northwest karate...
Black Belt Team
Mar 16, 2025


Mortal Kombat (1995): A Martial Arts Masterpiece That Still Resonates Today
Released in 1995, Mortal Kombat was a game-changer for both video game adaptations and martial arts cinema. Directed by Paul W.S....
Black Belt Team
Mar 14, 2025


PFL Europe Announces 2025 Lightweight Tournament Matchups for Belfast at the SSE Arena on May 10th
The 2025 PFL Europe Lightweight Tournament bracket has been announced ahead of PFL Europe Belfast at The SSE Arena on May 10th All four...
Black Belt Team
Mar 14, 2025


Paul Hughes to Face Bruno Miranda in PFL Europe Belfast Main Event at the SSE Arena on May 10th
Paul “Big News” Hughes returns to action in a showcase headline bout against Brazil’s Bruno “Robusto” Miranda for PFL Europe Belfast at...
Black Belt Team
Mar 14, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Lyoto Machida
The February 2009 issue of Black Belt Magazine featured Lyoto Machida, a Brazilian mixed martial artist renowned for his elusive...
Black Belt Team
Mar 13, 2025


Karate’s Hidden Gems: Why Toe Kicks and Spinning Heel Kicks Could Revolutionize Your Training!
When the scenario is laid out, when you know what attacks will come and how you’re expected to respond, you can be forced to employ...
Dave Lowry
Mar 12, 2025


Kumite Classic Celebrates 25 Years at Arnold Sports Festival, Featuring WAKO Nationals
The Arnold Sports Festival once again demonstrated why it is the world’s premier multi-sport and fitness expo, attracting over 200,000...
Black Belt Team
Mar 11, 2025


How to End Fights Faster in BJJ Using These 3 Powerful Compression Locks
During a match, a young grappler thinks he’s safely passing his opponent’s guard to get to a better position. Then he feels an intense...
Andrew Zerling
Mar 11, 2025


The Controversy of American Karate Kata: Innovation or Ego Boost?
Much Emphasized, Yet Least Discussed One of the most emphasized yet least talked about karate techniques is kata—the dance-like series of...
Black Belt Team
Mar 10, 2025


2025 PFL World Tournament Bracket Reveal Show
All 32 First Round Matchups Unveiled for High-Stakes, Single-Elimination Tournament Beginning on April 3 2025 PFL World Tournament...
Black Belt Team
Mar 10, 2025


PFL World Tournament 2025: 64 Top Fighters Set for High-Stakes, Single-Elimination Tournament
2025 PFL World Tournament Available Live Across ESPN Platforms in the U.S. and DAZN Internationally NEW YORK – The Professional Fighters...
Black Belt Team
Mar 10, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Louis Delgado
Louis Delgado, who appeared on the December 1970 cover of Karate Illustrated , was one of the greatest fighters ever to emerge from the...
Black Belt Team
Mar 9, 2025


Trailblazing Women in Martial Arts: Top Forms Champions Who Defined the Sport
In the world of martial arts, forms (kata) competitions have long been a showcase of precision, power, and artistry. Over the years,...
Black Belt Team
Mar 8, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Remy Presas
The August 1982 cover of Black Belt Magazine featured Grandmaster Remy Amador Presas (1936–2001), known as the Father of Modern Arnis....
Black Belt Team
Mar 7, 2025


Combate Global Announces Complete Fight Card For 'Combate Female' on March 13, Live on YouTube
Photo credit: Scott Hirano/Combate Global Women’s MMA star Maritza Sanchez will make her return to Combate Global action in the main...
Black Belt Team
Mar 5, 2025


The Samurai’s Toothpick: A Forgotten Lesson for Modern Martial Artists
There was a saying in old Japan: Bushi wa kuwanedo taka-yoji. Roughly translated, it means, “When he’s hungry, the samurai uses a...
Dave Lowry
Mar 4, 2025


Martial Arts vs. Reality: How Prepared Are You to Survive a Street Fight?
A fight is a clash between fully animated, independent combatants who are free to do whatever they want as they simultaneously attempt to...
Kelly Mccann
Mar 3, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Dan Inosanto
Martial artist Dan Inosanto , renowned for his expertise in Filipino martial arts and Jeet Kune Do, graced the cover of the May 1970...
Black Belt Team
Mar 2, 2025


Martial Artists Behind Mortal Kombat: The Fighters Who Shaped the Franchise
Mortal Kombat is known for its brutal fighting and iconic characters, but what many fans don’t realize is that real martial artists...
Justin Lee Ford
Feb 28, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Jeff Speakman
Martial artist and action star Jeff Speakman , best known for his role in The Perfect Weapon , showcases his iconic skills in American...
Black Belt Team
Feb 27, 2025


UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev – A Can't-Miss Night of MMA Action, this weekend at the Apex
The electric thrill of being in the right place at the right time—that’s exactly what UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev promises this...
Black Belt Team
Feb 27, 2025


The 3 Untold Rules Behind Every Successful Martial Artist
It doesn’t matter whether you practice boxing, judo, jujitsu, karate, kendo, or tai chi. It doesn’t matter whether you choose to use a...
Tom Koch
Feb 26, 2025


Inside Pradal Serey: The Brutal Cambodian Martial Art That Almost Disappeared
Most modern martial artists know about muay Thai, the combat sport of Thailand. Most also know about muay boran, its no-nonsense parent...
Black Belt Team
Feb 25, 2025
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