Martial artist stands on podium in first place

Mindset mastery in martial arts

September 24, 2025 Angela Belassie 0

When athletes of equal physical ability and skill compete, mindset will determine which one has the edge. Research has shown a positive mindset can positively influence an athlete’s performance – and many champions have cited it as the deciding factor in their wins. And just like physical strength, it is [Read More]

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Is Boxing Enough?

August 14, 2023 Brian Volek 1

A lot can be said about mma. In particular the most renowned fighting organization’s slogan is very telling. UFC: as real as it gets. This implies that it’s the most realistic sport fighting there is compared to actual street fighting. It also implies that sport fighting is not as realistic [Read More]

A moment in time of Dekiti Tirsia Siradas training

Double Sticks in Dekiti Tirsia Siradas Kali

December 1, 2022 Mark Warner 0

Click, click, click, click…the very melodic sound of double stick training in Dekiti Tirsia Siradas, and that is the topic of this months article. Baseline In Dekit Tirsia Siradas, as in all FMA (Filipino martial arts), we want to keep all the moves as practical and combative as possible. However, [Read More]

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Top BJJ Technique To Use Against Taller Opponent

June 14, 2022 Mike Jones 0

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the few combat styles that favor tall and short-height fighters equally. Since all BJJ fighters train extensively and also follow an intense fitness routine, we know that these tall guys would be the epitome of strength as well. Greater strength and size could provide some [Read More]