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 25, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
If you are unfamiliar with taekwondo, it is all too easy to fall into the trap of aligning it with other martial arts forms when it comes to purchasing gifts for a taekwondo practitioner. However, you may end up offending the recipient of your gift if you make the...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 25, 2014 | American Kenpo, Blog, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
If you use Google or another search engine, you will undoubtedly find plenty of information about kenpo. Certainly, you will learn about its origins and most influential figures, and maybe even some moves. However, in order to truly become knowledgeable about the art...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 6, 2014 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
Kickboxing is a form of martial arts that has become extremely popular, not in the least because of the benefits in terms of physical strength, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. Our centers in Gilbert and Chandler are staffed with experts in the field of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 31, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear, Taekwondo
Most people associate Taekwondo with kicking and punching but there is also a focus on weapons training. It is important to note that carrying such weapons on your person is illegal in many states so remember to keep Taekwondo weapons training within the confines of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Mar 15, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
You’ve probably seen videos and demonstrations of martial artists breaking wooden boards and concrete blocks. Most people misunderstand the reasoning behind it and erroneously assume that it is a display of strength. While it is certainly an impressive sight to see an...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Feb 14, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
Generally, the term “punching bag” often refers to a wide variety of training bags used in boxing and martial arts training. Besides developing powerful punching and striking techniques, the punching bag reinforces and conditions your bones and tendons to...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 24, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
One of the most popular martial arts that allows sparring is taekwondo, which translates to “the way of the hand and foot.” Children who join a class will not only learn to practice self-defense, but more importantly, they will hone their mental...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 28, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear, Taekwondo
If asked, most martial arts practitioners will tell you that they started because they wanted to learn self-defense and/or begin an exercise regimen. Few will tell you that they joined a martial arts school to learn how to fight with weapons; however, many taekwondo...
