GRAFTON martial artist Craig Larsen has attained his Yondan rank and been awarded Shibucho status in one of the original styles of karate. The Warlord Martial Arts instructor tested for his 4th degree ...

Yotoshinkai Karate Club, Castlebar, has attained a significant milestone as a result of club instructor Eddie Doyle being successfully graded for his 5th Dan Black Belt. Eddie is the first club member ...

The International Shorei Martial Arts Academy (ISMAA) championship, held in Helderkruin, Roodepoort brought together 15 dojos to celebrate the spirit of Goju Ryu Karate. The event, held in ...

In Jyamire, Sindhupalchowk, where playgrounds were scarce and girls playing football drew stares, Karina Puri used to walk through a forest with a torchlight. She started her hour-long journey to ...

Karate is more than just a martial art; it embodies a rich history and profound philosophy that has shaped its practice over centuries. Understanding its origins reveals not only the evolution of ...

A 17-year veteran of professional writing, Michael Cantrell is considered one of the most prolific writers on the internet. He's written for many different kinds of businesses and news publications ...

McMaster karate instructor Sensei Phil McColl inducted into the Canadian Black Belt Hall of Fame, following years of significant contributions to martial arts in Canada A t the end of 2024, McMaster ...

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You walk into a martial arts training studio (in Japanese styles, a dojo) and you scan the room. Everything going on here looks, well, unpleasant. In one corner, you observe a group of students ...