by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 19, 2016 | Blog, Boxing & MMA, Martial Arts
Sandoval Freestyle Karate & Gracie Jiu-Jitsu If you dream of one day being a mixed martial artist or you currently study MMA and want to learn additional skills to add to your repertoire, head over to Sandoval Freestyle Karate in Gilbert, Arizona to learn...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 11, 2016 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Taekwondo
Taekwondo Classes in Chandler & Gilbert, AZ If you think that you have what it takes to be a taekwondo martial artist, head on over to Sandoval Freestyle Karate in Chandler or Gilbert to take a free lesson! We have martial arts lessons for all ages and for...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 3, 2016 | Blog, Child Development, Martial Arts, Society & Social Issues, Taekwondo
Kids Taekwondo in Chandler & Gilbert, Arizona Learning taekwondo is not an easy task. In fact, it takes a lot of hard work and practice to earn each belt and it gets even harder as you progress towards black belt status. But the benefits that taekwondo offers...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 30, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Personal Safety, Society & Social Issues
When a martial artist was faced with a butcher knife-wielding robber, William Hicks, his martial arts training kicked in and his would be assailant not only got his butt kicked, but he also is sitting behind bars waiting for the outcome of his trial. Hicks, 42, of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 26, 2015 | Blog, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Martial Arts
As martial artists we train to improve our skills, expand our physical capabilities, and for self-defense should we be put in a compromising situation. According to Maxim magazine’s recent write-up 3 No-Nonsense Martial Arts that will Keep You Alive on the...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 23, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
What do you do when you want to improve upon your Jedi skills? Attend a lightsaber academy of course! And one lifelong fan of Star Wars, Ron Schmitt, has introduced just such a course for martial arts students. Star Wars: the Force Awakens broke records at the box...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 21, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
Texas teenager Christian Estrada is hoping to attend his school’s prom in April with former UFC champion Ronda Rousey. The 16-year-old Estrada posted a 20-second video on Twitter asking Rousey if she would go to the Littlefield High School prom with him, but the...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 13, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
If you haven’t had the chance to check out AMC’s Into the Badlands yet, you may want to; especially if you’re a fan of martial arts fighting scenes. It’s hard to say whether or not this show will make it, but by all the buzz on the internet as...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 5, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
Anyone who has ever seen Steven Seagal in action knows that he’s the real deal when it comes to martial arts. In recent years, he had his very own A&E television show called Steven Seagal: Lawman where the actor is followed around by a filming crew as he...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 23, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
The “selfie” in selfie stick can also be used to mean self-defense thanks to a Russian martial arts academy that is teaching its students how to use the device to thwart off attackers, which is a pretty good idea considering that true martial artists...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 20, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
Mahiro Takano is the young lady seen in the latest music video, Alive, by Australian singer and songwriter Sia Furler and the verdict is out… Takano stole the show. This young Japanese martial artist have helped the video achieve over nine million views on...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 24, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves
Karate chops are a powerful form of strikes in martial arts and can be thrown in a few different ways, including inward and outward. Chopping creates less wind resistance and allows your body to move in a more fluent motion than standard punches; however, punching has...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 21, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves, Video Clips
Have you ever wondered which discipline of martial arts features the strongest kicks? If so, you’re in luck as the good folks over at National Geographic’s Sports Science have gotten to the bottom of it. The four styles of martial arts tested include...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 19, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves
One of the most lethal strikes in martial arts is the front kick; although it’s rarely thrown in MMA in comparison to roundhouse kicks. The reason that a front kick is so effective is that it is hard to block, especially when timed just right. Due to the strike...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 1, 2015 | Blog, Bullying, Child Development, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
It’s important to teach kids life skills that they can carry with them for years to come. Karate has many benefits for people of all ages, especially kids. Children who take martial arts lessons from six to 11 can help them learn to handle bullying, teaches healthy...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 30, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History
Karate is one of the most popular forms of martial arts practiced around the world today, but have you ever wondered where it originated and how? If so, you’re in luck, because we’ve created an infographic to show the history of karate and how it got to be...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 28, 2015 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Men's Health, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Karate has many benefits for people of all ages. It helps you to develop the healthy lifelong habit of fitness, it gives you valuable skills to defend yourself, and it creates a sense of life balance. For teens especially, it helps develop respect for all people,...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 24, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
Everyone reading this has the opportunity to change the world. “How?” You ask. It starts with thought, so begin thinking about how you can make a difference today!
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 19, 2015 | Blog, Inspirational Quotes, Martial Arts, Quotes & Sayings, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
True success doesn’t come easy and this quote says it best… If you want true success you must be prepared to put your heart, mind, and soul into your efforts!
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 15, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts
You gotta love one’s desire to not only study martial arts, but to have the courage to display your newfound skills in public. This video is a powerful reminder that failure is a part of life and getting up and trying again is the real victory. Which is why we...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 11, 2015 | Blog, Inspirational Quotes, Martial Arts, Quotes & Sayings, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
Seeking perfection is the first step towards perfecting your techniques in martial arts. Excellence comes from hard work, practice, and more practice!
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 3, 2015 | Blog, Inspirational Quotes, Martial Arts, Quotes & Sayings, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
This is so true when it comes to so many of our passions in life. So remember, if you truly want to accomplish something important to you, make the time to do so! You’ll be glad you did.
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 1, 2015 | Blog, Bullying, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Self-Improvement, Society & Social Issues
In this video, Sam Kaye, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner and instructor in Kendal, England with a deformed right arm, leads the charge for individuals with disabilities everywhere to challenge themselves and do what they love. Sam, of course, has a passion for BJJ...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Aug 21, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves, Video Clips
This incredible takedown move performed by Trevor Logan looks next to impossible. But after a few closer looks we see how he manages to redirect his opponent by placing his hand on the ground. Warning: Do not try this without adequate training. Awesome Takedown by...
