Black Belt Magazine

Black Belt's Perspective: More Than a Movie What Enter the Dragon did was open the doors of the dojo to the entire world. Suddenly millions of people who had never attended a tournament, opened a martial arts magazine or stepped inside a school knew what a side kick looked like. They knew the sound of a kiai. They knew the words karate and kung fu. And they knew the name Bruce L...

Food is very important when you’re traveling—one wrong meal can strand you in your hotel room, far from the tatami mats and beach-front heavy bags you were planning to spend your time on.

The documentary I Am Bruce Lee asserts that he’s the father of mixed martial arts. Some agree with that claim. Others don’t.

Every great martial arts community has its pioneers—individuals whose dedication, vision, and leadership forever change the landscape. In Australia, few names command as much respect as Hanshi Constantino "Tino" Ceberano, OAM. We celebrate not only a legendary martial artist, but also a man whose influence helped establish traditional karate throughout Australia. It's only fitti...

Traditional martial arts was built on more than forms, points, and trophies. It was built on the ability to fight.