Jujitsu
A practical method of development along lines of self-defense and Character development. Some guiding principles of Jujitsu are: Yielding (Ju), Sutemis (Self-Sacrifice), meaning the skill of giving up, Concentration, Maximum efficiency / Minimum effort, Healing Arts, and Striving always to overcome limitations! See Also: See Also: http://www.ajjf.org/

Karate
A worldwide organization mentoring like-minded learners in the origins,
ethos & application practices of modern Karate through studying its collective predecessors; The Hsing/Xing of Fujian quanfa (i.e. the kata of Toudi Kenpo-jutsu ), Qinna (Seizing and controlling techniques), San Shou/Shuai-na (Clinching/Grappling; i.e. Tegumi), Tida (percussive impact techniques; i.e. Tigwa), & the influence of Zen and post-Edo/pre-war Japanese Budo Culture (i.e. Judo/Kendo & the Dai Nippon Butoku Kai). See Also: http://www.koryu-uchinadi.com/
See Also: Kumiai Ryu Martial Arts System

Kendo
The Way of the Sword is the art of Japanese Samurai Swordsmanship. It is rooted in the traditions of Budo, the Martial Way. It is both exhilarating and demanding to learn. In these pages we'd like to provide some information about Kendo and Kendo in the United States. See Also: http://www.kendo-usa.org/

Naginata
A Japanese martial art of both power and grace, is characterized by the grandeur of its sweeping movements. Naginata is for people of all ages interested in either competitive fighting, or in the physical beauty of choreographed, practiced movements, called kata. See Also: http://www.naginata.org/

Ninjitsu
The ancient Japanese Art of the Ninja. It is the martial art of choice for the night vagabonds and killers. Ninjitsu unlike it's social counterpart, the Samurai, is an underground class of warriors trained to quickly gain entrance to hire security areas and achieve it's mission. Ninjitsu began more than 800 years ago. Ninja means "stealers - in". See Also: http://ninjitsu.gungfu.com/

Tai Chi
Tai chi, a martial art developed in fourteenth century China, is taking 21st century America by storm. In the tradition of karate and judo, tai chi was originally used for self-defense, and has evolved over the course of time into a practice for promoting health. Whether you take a class or practice on your own, tai chi can be used for the general harmonizing and balancing of the body. See Also: http://windowsmedia.healthology.com/focus_article.asp?f=alt_medicine&c=tai_chi

Tae Kwon Do
The Korean art of self-defence. It has evolved in Korea over the past 3000 years. Tae Kwon Do carefully survived over the centuries being handed down from master to master. Today it is the world's most popular form of self-defence. Benefits from Tae Kwon Do include: Self-defence, fitness, co-ordination, confidence, and good manners. See Also: http://www.moonlee.com.au

Wing Chun
Dragon Kung-Fu (a derivative of Wing Chun) was developed by Nuns approximately 350 years ago in China. The style incorporates simple direct moves, which can be learned by people of all ages and fitness levels. Developed by a female - the style relies on mental alertness and physical sensitivity, rather than brute force
See Also: Dragon KungFu

Actors involved in Martial Arts
Brandon Lee , Bruce Lee , David Carradine , Chuck Norris , Jet Li , Jackie Chan , Van Damme

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