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How To: Practice a Krav Maga sweep technique
Jarret Waldman explains a simple Krav Maga sweep technique
How To: Do the Muay Thai kickboxing basic fight stance
Muay Thai, a form of kickboxing and the national sport of Thailand, is an intense martial art that uses not just all the limbs, but joints, as possible weapons against an opponent. This how-to video clarifies some basic Muay Thai kickboxing moves, with step-by-step instructions accompanied with demonstrations shown from multiple angles. Whether you're looking to work on your technique, or pick up a new sport, this video tutorial will help you improve your Muay Thai skills. Follow along and le...
How To: Fight with a katana sword
In this video series, our expert Tres Tew will teach you about the histoy and different types of katana swords. Tres will then show you how to handle and wear the katan properly before teaching you how to block, strike, and defend with a katana.
How To: Do beginning Koden Kan karate moves
In this free video series, our karate instructor, Madison Warner will teach you the basics of Koden Kan karate, including the starting stance, blocking, punching, kicking, and even some self-defense techniques, demonstrated with a partner.
How To: Master kung fu sparring techniques
Kung fu sparring techniques prepare martial arts students for fighting in kung fu competitions. Learn kung fu sparring techniques to develop kung fu fighting skills in this free kung fu video series featuring a black belt kung fu instructor.
How To: Perform Aikido techniques and exercises
Learning Aikido techniques can be accomplished by practice and by doing basic Aikido exercises. Learn Aikido techniques and exercises to help you execute Aikido moves in this free video series.
How To: Escape a rear choke from the ground with Jiu Jitsu
Dan from submissions 101 demonstrates a Jiu Jitsu rear choke escape from the ground.
How To: Use the Vaporizer leg lock MMA move with Eddie Bravo
There are a lot of different leg locks out there, but this one might be the nastiest. It's called the Vaporizer leg lock, part of Eddie Bravo's BJJ system, and it looks like you could use it to snap someone's foot completely off with minimal effort. Watch this video to learn how to do it from Eddie Bravo himself and Joanne of MMA Girls.
How To: Do basic Taekwondo martial arts
In this martial arts training video series, learn basic Taekwondo techniques from expert Taekwondo instructor Sid Nelson. Master Instructor Nelson will teach you Taekwondo techniques such as how to tie a martial arts belt; how to punch; how to strike; and how to block a punch using a middle block, high block, and low block.
How To: Do Capoeira sideways back flip
Learn how to do a Capoeira sideways back flip.
How To: Perform Aikido wrist grab defenses
self defense someone might need to call upon. Learn many of these tips from an Aikido expert in this free video clip series.
How To: Do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu chokeholds
Check out this martial arts tutorial video that demonstrates how to do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu chokeholds. Choke holds are a Jiu Jitsu technique you can use to control your opponent. Get expert tips and advice on martial arts and grappling in this video. There are hundreds of variations of chokes, but this video provides instruction on a simple choke from the back. Practice your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills and techniques with this tutorial video.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu triangle choke from the mount position.
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu triangle choke from the mount position.
How To: Use "eagle vision" with martial arts
Moontagu teaches you how to use eagle vision with martial arts. Eagle vision refers to the way lizards see in general and the way eagles watch their prey from above. It takes time to focus on something so you are better off seeing the whole picture. When a punch comes towards you, block it using peripheral vision, but keep your eyes on your opponent. This means you have almost 180 degrees vision. All you need to do in eagle vision is seeing, perceiving objects moving towards or away your body...
How To: Do the compressor arm lock and break
Here is one way to get the hands free when someone is grabbing around your waist as you go for the gangsta lean position. This is a very helpful and effective martial arts technique.
How To: Master advanced Aikido techniques
Learn advanced Aikido techniques and principle of motion in these free Aikido training videos featuring a 4th degree black belt.
How To: Set up a leg lock in an MMA fight with Joanne and Risha from MMA Girls
Leg locks are some of the easiest and most effective submissions in MMA, and form an essential part of your ground game. Watch this video to see Joanne and Risha of MMA Girls teach you how to set up leg locks.
How To: Escape from a standing headlock
The headlock is a very common move used in the playground or in a bar fight. This simple Jiu-Jitsu escape will help you defend yourself against a headlock.
News: XARM = Arm Wrestling Taken Way Too Seriously
Imagine the marriage of UFC and arm wrestling and you've got the exceedingly ridiculous sport of XARM. Seriously, this is an "official" sport with a league. The game works like this: the contenders' arms are taped together and the first to pin the other's arm or knock them out across the table wins.
How To: Perform basic kung fu moves
lessons, including the cat stance, roundhouse kicks, center punches, and a demonstration of the Duan Chuan move.
How To: Apply a mixed martial arts choke with Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock shows Yardbarker Dewey Hammond how to apply a choke. MMA fighter Frank Shamrock teaches the fundamentals of Mixed Martial Arts. If you want to learn how to dominate your opponent in the cage, this video tutorial on MMA chokes is a good place to start.
How To: Utilize kung fu blocking techniques
Kung fu is an ancient Chinese martial art that requires balance, stability and strength. Learn several kung fu blocking techniques from a kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video series.
How To: Do a basic arm bar jujitsu move from the mount
In this martial arts video tutorial, you'll see how to do the traditional way of getting the arm bar from mount in jujitsu. Jujutso can be a hard sport to learn, but with practice, your opponents will be gasping for air every time you hit the mat. So, just watch and learn the basic arm bar in Jiu-Jitsu.
How To: Do a guillotine choke w/ a rear naked choke grip w/ UFC fighter Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian is one of the stars of UFC, and your fighting could definitely improve from his teachings. Watch this video to learn how to do a variation on the guillotine choke with a rear naked choke grip submission with UFC superstar Kenny Florian and Joanne of MMA Girls.
How To: Do Muay Thai kickboxing knee drills
Muay Thai, a form of kickboxing and the national sport of Thailand, is an intense martial art that uses not just all the limbs, but joints, as possible weapons against an opponent. This how-to video clarifies some basic Muay Thai kickboxing moves, with step-by-step instructions accompanied with demonstrations shown from multiple angles. Whether you're looking to work on your technique, or pick up a new sport, this video tutorial will help you improve your Muay Thai skills. Follow along and le...
How To: Execute Ko-Bu Nunchaku moves
Ko-Bu Nunchaku is the first nunchaku kata you learn in Okinawan Kobudo. See how it is done in this tutorial.
How To: Escape a choke hold
Self-defense is essential in a violent society where anything can happen. Should you ever find yourself in a choke hold, keeping your wits about you and knowing what to do will help you escape safely. Watch this video to learn how to escape a choke hold.
How To: Learn the Tai Chi 18 movement form
The tai chi 18 movement form is a great way to begin learning tai chi movements. Learn about this relatively simple tai chi form from a tai chi chuan expert in this free martial arts Learn the Tai Chi 18 movement form - Part 1 of 20.
How To: Perform beginning Wing Tsun techniques
Wing Tsun is a powerful form of Kung Fu that is center around deflections and quick attacks. Learn more about Wing Tsun and Kung Fu techniques from a professional martial artist in this free video series.
How To: Do a Sankajo wrist lock
This self defense move is done from a rear grab around the neck and the wrist. This wrist lock is also called Sankyo in some aikdio circles
How To: Do the choke arm bar combo in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Watch this Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tutorial video with Kurt Osiander and the Move of the Week as he illustrates the choke arm bar combo. You will also learn what NOT to do with your feet when your hooks are in. Practice your choke arm bar combo technique with this instructional video and improve your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills!
How To: Escape from a Jiu Jitsu headlock
Learn how to execute a couple of Jiu Jitsu head lock escapes from the ground.
How To: Tie your karate belt, step by step
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to tie a karate belt. Begin by putting the belt on your left hip. Then wrap it around all the way to the front, keeping it flat. Now wrap it around one more time to the front, on top of the other piece. Then tuck the top piece underneath the two layers of the belt, make the tips even and then pull on them to tighten the belt. To help children tie the belt, only hold one side of the belt and do not wrap it for them. Give them the instructions. This vid...
How To: Be a Shaolin Kung Fu Master
For almost 15 centuries the Shaolin Monastery has been synonymous with the greatest fighting skills on the planet. Boxing Classic: Essential Boxing Methods references the Shaolin Monastery as the birthplace of Chinese Boxing, and the practitioners of this martial art are known to be skilled beyond imagination. The battles fought by Shaolin Monks have become legend worldwide, retold though the ages in print, performance and film. While the origins of Shaolin Kung Fu are often disputed, and man...
How To: Do advanced judo techniques
In this video series, learn how to take basic Judo to a whole new level. With the expert instruction of Richard Acuna, you can move from novice to advanced Judo techniques. Richard shows you how to do a variety of Judo throws and holds. Using his techniques, he illustrates leg strikes and choking variations. Richard describes various ways that you can get back in control of the fight. He even offers tips for finding a Judo school and instructor that is right for you. So, what are you waiting ...
How To: Do a Muay Thai kickboxing front kick foot jab
Muay Thai, a form of kickboxing and the national sport of Thailand, is an intense martial art that uses not just all the limbs, but joints, as possible weapons against an opponent. This how-to video clarifies some basic Muay Thai kickboxing moves, with step-by-step instructions accompanied with demonstrations shown from multiple angles. Whether you're looking to work on your technique, or pick up a new sport, this video tutorial will help you improve your Muay Thai skills. Follow along and le...
How To: Escape from a Jiu Jitsu Anaconda choke
Learn how to Gator Roll out of the Jiu Jitsu Anaconda choke using basic wrestling movement.
How To: Attack from someone's guard with a Jiu Jitsu heel hook
How to attack from someone's guard (you in the mount position) in Jiu Jitsu using the heel hook technique.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu D'arce choke
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu D'arce (head and arm) choke.
How To: Do beginning Aikido techniques
Ralph Reyes is an Aikido instructor at Chi Martial Arts in Miami Shores, FL. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Aikido and is part of the Misasagi Kai Federation. He has been practicing and studying martial arts for over 17 years. Aikido, the modern Japanese martial art, was developed between the 1920s and 1960s and emphasizes the spiritual and philosophical development of its students.