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Cover Story Throwback: Roger Tung
Have you ever trained in China? Back in 1983, Black Belt Magazine featured Roger Tung on its cover—a true Hall of Fame Pioneer of...
Black Belt Team
Jun 19, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Larry Lam and Richard Brandon
The August 2002 cover featured martial arts stuntman extraordinaire Larry Lam and the late Richard Brandon—two influential figures who...
Black Belt Team
May 15, 2025


Fight Like Everyone’s Watching! What It’s Really Like to Be a Martial Arts Performer
Most of us would love to be in movies. Unfortunately, no matter how good we are, most will never get a chance to perform on film. The...
Mark Jacobs
Apr 29, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Peter Morales
He brought a new level of performance to an era when traditional forms still dominated the tournament circuit. Peter Morales , featured...
Black Belt Team
Apr 27, 2025


Cover Story Throwback: Christine Bannon-Rodrigues
Featured on the cover of Black Belt 's December 2005 issue, Christine Bannon-Rodrigues poses with grace and power. The Rhode Island...
Black Belt Team
Apr 6, 2025


Are Street Fighter’s Moves Real? The Martial Arts That Inspired Them!
The Street Fighter franchise isn't just a treasure trove of nostalgic combos and Hadoukens—it’s a celebration of martial arts from...
Justin Lee Ford
Nov 22, 2024


Martial Arts for Stunt Performers: 5 Styles to Get You Started (+ 1 Bonus Style)
Whether you’re aiming to soar like a superhero or deliver epic fight scenes, mastering martial arts is key....
Justin Lee Ford
Aug 23, 2024


Black Belt Super School List: Seattle Wushu
Black Belt Magazine proudly showcases exceptional martial arts training programs from around the world. This featured list takes into...
Black Belt Team
Jun 15, 2024
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