
The Cost of False Confidence: How Rank-Selling Harms Martial Arts and Its Practitioners
In recent years, the martial arts industry has witnessed a growing number of schools engaging in the practice of “selling ranks” — the awarding of

In recent years, the martial arts industry has witnessed a growing number of schools engaging in the practice of “selling ranks” — the awarding of

OMAHA, Neb. — In an era where martial arts often divide along lines of style, politics, or sport-versus-tradition debates, one organization is working quietly but

Engaging All Learners, All Ages, and All Abilities Teaching martial arts is more than leading a class through drills and forms — it’s about mentorship,

The relationship between martial arts and oriental medicine is a deep and ancient one, with historical roots stretching back thousands of years. From the teachings

Prepared by Jeffrey W. Helaney, D.Sc/OM., MS, BS An introduction: The Theory of Yu-Won-Hwa, a profound and holistic framework integral to the martial art of Hapkido,

Stretching is an essential component of training for any martial artist, but it becomes especially important for practitioners of hard-style martial arts. These arts, such

QUICK NOTES … Hapkido is a Korean martial art that focuses on practical self-defense techniques that involve joint locks, throws, strikes, and pressure point attacks.