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Martial arts are systems of codified practices and old traditions of combat that requires strength, skill, technique and practice. Learn several tips for performing various tasks in martial arts with help from a martial arts instructor in this free video series on martial arts.
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Become a ninja by researching the history of ninjutsu to study the origin of this mysterious martial arts technique. Learn more about this ancient fighting style, which was designed for assassination, with tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
Twirl a bo staff by spinning it from its center point and by practicing diligently to learn how to alternate between hands. Learn to perform strikes and twirl the bo staff using tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
When performing various judo techniques, drop your center of gravity below that of your opponents in order to gain momentum and toss them to the ground. Learn three different judo throws using intricate footwork and body movement with tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
Spinning nunchakus, the martial art weapon often known as nunchucks, requires skill, the correct grip and lots of diligent practice. Learn to twirl and spin nunchakus using the wrist with tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
Throw a ninja star by grabbing hold of the tip to apply more spin than force when throwing the ninja star at a designated target. Learn to throw this powerful and deadly weapon using tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
When throwing needles or spikes, hold the needle with a loose grip and point the elbow in the direction of the target to help generate accuracy and velocity during release. Learn to throw this powerful and deadly weapon with tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
When throwing a knife, hold the tip of the blade and point the elbow in the direction of the target to ensure that the knife flies in a straight line. Execute a powerful knife throw by considering the weight and balance of the throwing knife using tips from a martial arts instructor in this free video on martial arts.
Mixed martial arts kickboxing, normally associated with cage fighting, blends many different fighting forms including: muay thai kickboxing, judo, Brazilian jiu jitsu, boxing and wrestling. Mixed martial arts (MMA) has gained in popularity since the first Ultimate Fighting Championship won by Royce Gracie. MMA is so popular, in fact, it will soon become an Olympic Event and was scheduled to be included in the 2004 games before losing its place at the last minute. MMA fighters have historically trained in a specific martial art such as muay thai boxing or Brazilian jiu jitsu before combining the techniques. Recently, however, students have begun to train specifically for MMA with other students and a variety of trainers. In this free video series on martial arts, martial arts instructor Michael Lewis demonstrates several techniques used in various forms of combat. Lewis begins by explaining how to become a ninja and twirl a bo staff. He then discusses how to spin nunchakus, throw ninja stars, needles, knives and even how to perform various judo techniques. Watch these free videos and learn more about martial arts today.
Michael Lewis Instructor Michael Lewis has trained in Yeshua's Ryu karate, jujitsu and kobudo under Shihan Michael Lowery. He has earned the rank of third degree black belt. Yeshua's Ryu martial arts means "Jesus' Way martial arts" and it is taught in both Fayetteville and Wilmington, N.C. Lewis currently manages the Christian Martial Arts center in Wilmington, N.C.dkdk
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