Martial Arts Blog
Here we aim to bring you martial arts news and articles from around the web, especially the more whacky and weird aspects. We will also post blogs here from the Bear Martial Arts team, and also from you guys.
If you fancy writing a blog or posting an article, please email team@bearmartialarts.com your article and we will publish it on our site. You'll get full credit for your article, and we will even promote your own website / blog if you have one :)
Please note that any articles which are offensive, or are deemed inappropriate, will not be approved for publication.
Tonfa
Ever wanted to know about blocking with Tonfa? Here are some resources to enhance your knowledge about this ancient Japanese weapon:
- An excellent article from Black Belt Magazine about Tonfa
- A great list of where you can find Tonfa in popular culture
- Video of basic Tonfa techniques
The Rise of Martial Arts in Britain
BBC Four will soon be airing a show about the history of martial arts in the UK.
For information about the show and when it will be aired please click here.
Paralympic Judoka Targets Non-Disabled Competition
Team GB Paralympic judoka Sam Ingram has targeted himself with competing in Glasgow 2014 with the non-disabled competitors.
Sam won Bronze in the -90kg at the able-bodied British Championships last month and feels that he can compete at the Commonwealth Games in 2014, despite being visually impaired.
To read more about this story and an interview with Sam, please click here.
