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1. Bruce Lee (Definition/People) Perhaps the biggest martial arts icon of them all, Bruce Lee is the man who would revolutionise ‘kung fu’ in the hearts and minds of not just practitioners of the art, but also the mainstream crowds who knew very little of the martial art... Tuesday, 16 September 2008 |  75499 Hit(s) | (1 vote) | Read more... 2. Judo (Definition/Style) Judo meaning "gentle way", is a modern Japanese martial art and combat sport, that originated in Japan in the late nineteenth century. Its most prominent feature is its competitive element, where the object is to either throw one's opponent... Wednesday, 09 April 2008 |  15752 Hit(s) | (3 votes) | Read more... 3. David Robson (Definition/People) David Robson, a bodybuilder, martial artist, personal trainer and writer, uses cutting edge research to enhance his own training progress, and that of his clients. As owner of Elite Physique Training Studio, where he provides a wide range of fitness ... Monday, 03 December 2007 |  2068 Hit(s) | (0 vote) | Read more... 4. Geoff Thompson (Definition/People) Geoff Thompson is a writer, teacher and self-defence expert. He was born in Coventry, England in 1960. Geoff has received acclaim for writing dozens of books on self-defence, martial arts, fear control, and his most popular book, Watch My Back. Until... Monday, 26 November 2007 |  2062 Hit(s) | (2 votes) | Read more... 5. Jiu Jitsu (Definition/Style) History and Traditions The exact date and originator of Jiu Jitsu is not known but rather it was developed out of a specific need from the warrior class of medieval Japan. During what was the European Middle ages, Japan was in a state of constant c... Monday, 17 September 2007 |  2167 Hit(s) | (1 vote) | Read more... 6. Karate (Definition/Style) History and Traditions Karate is not, as some are led to believe, a traditionally Japanese martial art but rather its origins lay in the small island of Okinawa situated off the south coast of Japan. Its development lay in the island’s histor... Sunday, 16 September 2007 |  3048 Hit(s) | (3 votes) | Read more... 7. Mixed Martial Arts (Definition/Style) MMA refers to the competitive sport of mixed martial arts, which uses a combination of grappling and attacking movements from various different styles. MMA has risen to prominance in popular culture following the emergeance of competitions like Ultim... Saturday, 15 September 2007 |  2656 Hit(s) | (2 votes) | Read more... 8. The Bruce Lee Foundation (Definition/Organisation) The Bruce Lee Foundation, a California 501 (c)(3) public benefit corporation, seeks to preserve, perpetuate and disseminate Bruce Lee's life example, philosophies and art of Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do through inspirational events, educational programs, mar... Saturday, 15 September 2007 |  6900 Hit(s) | (2 votes) | Read more... 9. Kappo (Definition/Terminology) Kappo is the name given to the healing techniques that Shorinji Kempo teaches. Kappo has a variety of potential uses within the dojo. It can be used to relax muscles and joints after training. Seiho can also be used to treat any minor injur... Wednesday, 12 September 2007 |  2197 Hit(s) | (0 vote) | Read more... 10. Professor Kenji Tomiki (Definition/People) Professor Kenji Tomiki (1900-1979). He began to learn Judo at the age of 10, and continued to practice the art for the rest of his life. Upon completing his elementary and secondary school studies, he received the two highest awards for both academic... Wednesday, 12 September 2007 |  1479 Hit(s) | (0 vote) | Read more...

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