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The History of Karate – An Infographic

The History of Karate – An Infographic

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...
What is the Best Way to Do an Armlock in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

What is the Best Way to Do an Armlock in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 27, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves

Arm locks are simple but effective Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques for blocking attacks and causing submissions and we look at two of the best below. Two Methods for Performing Arm Locks 1. Standing Arm Lock This is effective against a bottle or hammer fist attack....
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Leg Lock Advantages

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Leg Lock Advantages

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 15, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves

Leg locks are a controversial topic in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Practitioners are often told that leg locks are dangerous – causing you to turn your back, which is not recommended and should only be practiced by experienced martial artists. Indeed, leg locks were...
The Art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Gi Chokes

The Art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Gi Chokes

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 11, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves

Gi chokes are effective on even the best martial artists, but newcomers to the world of Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu often perform their chokes using the wrong technique. Two Gi Choke Tips 1. Avoid a Shallow Grip If you have a shallow grip on your opponent’s gi lapels,...
4 Commonly Used Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Moves & Positions

4 Commonly Used Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Moves & Positions

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 7, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves

An estimated 95% of street fights finish on the floor, which means your ground fighting skills need to be in honed. Obviously, taking your opponent down is only a good idea in a one-on-one situation. Here are a few basic Gracie Jiu-Jitsu positions: Four BJJ Positions...
4 Popular Forms of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Submissions

4 Popular Forms of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Submissions

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 5, 2015 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Moves

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is associated with submissions, so we look at some of the most commonly performed submissions below. Four Effective Submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 1. Armbar This is a favored submission because it can be applied in a number of different combat...
What Is Kenpo 5.0 and Why Is It So Popular?

What Is Kenpo 5.0 and Why Is It So Popular?

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 25, 2014 | American Kenpo, Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

Kenpo refers to a number of Japanese martial arts and is known for being a very open system of fighting; as a result, its techniques vary depending on the preferences of the instructor and practitioner. Ed Parker famously created American kenpo after honing his skills...
5 Most Common Styles of American Kenpo

5 Most Common Styles of American Kenpo

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 18, 2014 | American Kenpo, Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

At one time, Kenpo Karate was known as the Ed Parker system, as he trained a significant number of Kenpo instructors directly. However, it was Parker’s instructor, Professor William K. S. Chow, who is the modern founder of Kenpo Karate; this is the name he gave to his...
Japanese Karate History & Facts Infographic

Japanese Karate History & Facts Infographic

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Feb 15, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Infographics

Here’s a great infographic created by Stefano Manca (view original) that illustrates facts relating to karate practitioners, equipment, Japanese styles/disciplines, history, and Japan’s role in forming karate. Infographic: Some Facts About...
A Concise History of Karate in Japan

A Concise History of Karate in Japan

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Feb 11, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

There are those who suggest that learning the history of Japanese martial arts, namely karate, is not that important since it will not improve your skills. Yet teachers all over the world believe that having knowledge of karate’s past is necessary for further...
Chinese Martial Arts Forms, Styles & Influential Schools

Chinese Martial Arts Forms, Styles & Influential Schools

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 15, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

China is legendary for its range of martial arts, which are known collectively as kung fu, Gung fu, or wushu. These are today’s most popular fighting styles that have developed over centuries in China and have gained attention all over the world. Even in modern China,...
10 Greatest Submissions in MMA to Date

10 Greatest Submissions in MMA to Date

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 25, 2013 | Blog, Boxing & MMA, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History, Martial Arts Infographics

Below is a collection of ten of the greatest submissions that have occurred in mixed martial arts over the past couple of decades. If you have a submission that you feel should have made this list, please do us a favor and submit your pick using the submission form...
10 Awesome & Memorable Martial Arts Quotes

10 Awesome & Memorable Martial Arts Quotes

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 14, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

Those with a genuine interest in martial arts understand that it is not just about fighting. Practitioners are aware of a deeper mysticism and wisdom that can be derived from the study of their chosen martial art and seek to find inner peace and strength. This is why...
Japanese Karate vs. Korean Taekwondo

Japanese Karate vs. Korean Taekwondo

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 7, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History, Taekwondo

Those with limited exposure to martial arts may believe that Japanese karate and Korean taekwondo are almost the same or very similar, but this is incorrect. While it’s true that there are several similarities, they are ultimately disparate fighting systems which each...
5 of the Best Boxers of Our Generation

5 of the Best Boxers of Our Generation

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Aug 26, 2013 | Blog, Boxing & MMA, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

When it comes to naming the greatest boxers of all time, names such as Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Robinson, Marvin Hagler, Joe Louis, Carlos Monzon, and Henry Armstrong dominate discussion. The trouble with this is that modern day fans really lack an opinion of these...
Tradition of Martial Arts in the US Military

Tradition of Martial Arts in the US Military

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jun 3, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

Although Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) seems to be a relatively new phenomenon to the general population, it is a combat form that has been used by the US Military for decades. Just over 10 years ago, the military made it mandatory for every soldier to learn Asian martial...
How Does the Belt System at Sandoval Freestyle Karate Work?

How Does the Belt System at Sandoval Freestyle Karate Work?

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jul 3, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

There are many different types of martial arts, and each has a ranking system. Most rankings go from beginner to experienced master. Rankings vary widely between the many arts. Belts and belt colors vary even more than rankings do. Belt colors will almost always be...
Origins of Kickboxing: From Japan to the US

Origins of Kickboxing: From Japan to the US

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | May 15, 2012 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

Kickboxing is a form of martial arts that involves stand-up fighting where punches and kicks are the main form of attack. The sport of kickboxing was first developed from karate, quickly adopted by Thailand martial artists who introduced Muay Thai, and later modified...
4 Main Styles of Karate Practiced in Japan

4 Main Styles of Karate Practiced in Japan

by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 17, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History

Karate is a martial arts form dating back several hundred years to Okinawa, a main trading island in Japan’s chain of Ryuku Islands. The word “karate” is actually a term in Japanese – “kara” (empty) “te” (hand), meaning to fight hand-to-hand without weapons. Today,...

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