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Samurai Karate Studio Sponsors a Military Family for Thanksgiving
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, which is located in Richland Northeast, Columbia, South Carolina, recently announced that his school proudly participated in a donation drive that resulted in his school buying a Thanksgiving dinner for a local military... - December 08, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
FitnessFortunes.com Provides Business Mentorship Program for Personal Trainers Interested in Growing Business
To help mentor personal trainers who are new to the business or need advice on sparking their business. FitnessFortunes.com offers a mentorship program for trainers. Personal trainers can check out free online videos on the business of training and sign up for an affordable monthly membership. - December 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Houston Mixed Martial Arts School - Elite MMA - Raises $17,000 for Heart Gift Charity
Houston Based Mixed Martial Arts School - Elite MMA has raised an unbelievable $17,000.00 for the Heart Gift Charity. - December 06, 2011 - Elite MMA
NESTA Launches Enhanced Website Focused on Personal Training, Fitness Education and Wellness Programs
The National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) recently re-launched its website, www.nestacertified.com, to provide more options and ease of use for personal trainers, coaches and fitness pros. The organization is dedicated to be a full-service provider of fitness, nutrition and wellness solutions. - December 05, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
U.S. Secret Service Uses NESTA’s Speed Agility and Quickness Specialist Training to Train Agents
Now used by the U.S. Secret Service for training agents, the National Exercise & Sports Trainers Association’s (NESTA) online speed agility and quickness training focuses on speed, strength and agility for athletes of all levels. The certification is a great complement to other fitness trainings and programs. - December 03, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
UFC Champ Georges St-Pierre to Visit Toronto and Montreal
UFC champion and MMA legend, Georges St-Pierre is scheduled to visit Toronto and Montreal late November and early December 2011 to celebrate the 1st anniversary of his best selling fitness program GSP Rushfit. - November 26, 2011 - Northern Response International Ltd.
Taekwon-Do 101 a New and Innovative Program Designed Exclusively for Home Schoolers
Centennial Taekwon-Do is pioneering a powerful new program designed for home schoolers that includes both a physical work out and academic study. This is no ordinary PE class. - November 21, 2011 - Centennial Taekwon-Do
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Launches Affiliate Sales and Partnership Program - Program is Free to Join and Offers Increasing Rewards
The Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA) now offers a lucrative affiliate program for partners. Partners earn money based on every sale made. - November 15, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Mixed Martial Arts Continues to Explode in Worldwide Popularity, Viewership and Participation - More Certified MMA Coaches Needed to Help Growing Number of MMA Athletes
Mixed martial arts continues to explode in worldwide popularity, evidenced by the Fox network’s pick-up of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) events. This means that more trained, certified MMA coaches who understand the science of the sport will be needed now and years into the future. - November 08, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
"Deadliest Warrior" Maxim Franz: Russian Martial Arts Seminar - St. Louis, MO
The St. Louis Combat Institute is bringing one of the top Russian Martial Arts and weapon specialists in the world to St. Louis. - November 03, 2011 - Systema St. Louis
TACTIX Training Helps Keep Fitness Fun While Offering New Revenue Source for Trainers and Gyms
TACTIX is a fresh, martial arts training that creates a brand-new revenue stream for health clubs and a great workout for participants. Since it does not include any contact, TACTIX is easier to learn and implement than previous martial arts fitness options. - November 02, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Mixed Martial Arts Coach Trains UFC Champ Using the Latest MMA Conditioning Principles
The current UFC bantamweight champion, Dominick Cruz, is trained by Doug Balzarini, who used the principles gained in the Certified Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Coach training offered by the Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association. The training is designed for those who coach high-level athletes, as well as other athletes and individuals interested in martial arts training and conditioning. - October 29, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Fort Lauderdale Welcomes Aikido Legends, US Aikido Federation Annual Winter Seminar
Florida Aikikai will host the Florida Winter Seminar, November 11th-13th, 2011, in Fort Lauderdale, at the Ocean Sky Hotel and Resort, 4060 Galt Ocean Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308. The seminar will feature some of the greatest names in the martial art of Aikido, including Yamada Sensei, 8th... - October 24, 2011 - Florida Aikikai
Free Seminar to Prevent Bullying at The New England Sports Academy
The New England Sports Academy is offering a free seminar for parents and adults to come and learn peaceful techniques of conflict resolution build self confidence and acquire necessary self defense skills to be prepared to handle any bully situation. - October 15, 2011 - New England Sports Academy
New Shotokan Karate Classes in Bishops Stortford
A fresh, new Shotokan karate club recently launched in Bishops Stortford is looking for new members of all ages and abilities. - October 14, 2011 - Bishops Stortford KSTSK Karate
Man Who Battles Bad Guys on Charlie’s Angels Fights Modern-Day Slavery and Human Trafficking in Real Life
James Sang Lee will use an upcoming martial arts tourney to "fight for freedom." - October 10, 2011 - Fortress Hill
The International Federation Yawara-Jitsu Has Released a Self Defense iPhone App
The International Federation of Yawara-Jitsu, has just released its first self defense application for the iPhone. In this interactive self-defense course, a basic self-defense protocol will be taught. It explains, among other things, how to block an attack, how to keep a distance, how to protect... - October 09, 2011 - Union Yawara-Jitsu
TACTIX Training Offers Martial Arts Business System and Certification for Personal Trainers and Martial Arts School Owners
TACTIX is a business system for personal trainers and martial artists that incorporates martial arts, self-defense, boot camp and metabolic conditioning without the combat or sparring. This online certification can help trainers increase business while helping more people get fit. - October 07, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
SkyHook Nutrition Picks Fight
New supplement developer sets its sites on the world of MMA with innovative new "Force Thermogenic." - October 03, 2011 - SkyHook Nutrition, LLC
Samurai Karate Studio Promotes First Two Students to Black Belt
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, recently announced that he promoted two of his most senior students after testing for their black belt on Saturday, September 17, 2011. These are the first students to graduate to black belt under Sensei Feldt. - September 29, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association Now Offers Certification for Coaches in Fastest Rising Global Fitness Trend
The sport of MMA is enjoying unsurpassed success. Its irrationally passionate fans now include young and old and men and women. This unusual sports phenomenon has quickly given rise to fitness fanatics wanting to have the bodies and power of their favorite fighters. - September 27, 2011 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Tejitsu Founder Affiliates with American Federation of Jujitsu
Grand Master Gary Bennett, founder of Tejitsu, is proud to announce his affiliation with the AFJ. The American Federation of Jujitsu was formed in 1977. It is the World's largest open style Jujitsu Association. - September 26, 2011 - American Tejitsu Academy
Tejitsu Founder, Gary Bennett Releases Digitally Re-Mastered Tejitsu Training Videos on DVD
Tejitsu Founder,Gary Bennett Releases Digitally Re-Mastered Tejitsu Training Videos on DVD - September 26, 2011 - American Tejitsu Academy
Grandmaster Gary Bennett, founder of Tejitsu releases New Martial Arts eBook on September 6, 2011
Gary Bennett, founder of Tejitsu and owner of the American Tejitsu Academy, has recently published a new eBook titled “Infighting Secrets!” - September 26, 2011 - American Tejitsu Academy
Gary Bennett of American Tejitsu Academy, Publishes New Acupressure eBook September 6, 2011
Gary Bennett, Founder of the Martial Art System Tejitsu, Publishes New Acupressure eBook September 6, 2011. - September 26, 2011 - American Tejitsu Academy
Teaching Tomorrow’s Samurai Today - "The Sword Guy" - Ancient Samurai Secrets on DVD
Master sword instructor John D. McGraugh, Shihan, sixth degree black belt and star of the upcoming release The Sword Guy, has returned from many years of martial arts study in Japan and has formulated a proven method of samurai sword instruction. - September 10, 2011 - The Sword Guy
Traditional Muay Thai Seminar with Kru Ajarn Nelson Siyavong, Sunday August 28th in Western Mass, Will be Filmed by Fight Stream
This seminar is designed for pro mma & muay thai fighters, trainers, coaches, traditional martial arts instructors & for self-defense. During this seminar, you will learn & practice these well kept secrets: clinching & knee striking defense techniques along with regular muay thai... - August 17, 2011 - Fight Stream
Samurai Karate Studio Holding Back to School Supplies Drive
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, announced today that his karate school will be holding a back to school supply drive for the month of August. If you would like to contribute to this drive, you can drop off your supplies at his school Monday thru Thursday, from 4pm to 7:30pm. - August 10, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
St. Louis University Department of Public Safety Officers Toughen Up with Krav Maga
Local experts from Xtreme Krav Maga were invited to implement a Krav Maga training program for SLU DPS Officers similar to what is required training for various military and law enforcement agencies. - August 05, 2011 - Xtreme Krav Maga St. Louis
Sensei Corey Green of Green's Karate Revolutionizes How Martial Arts is Taught to Special Needs Students
Sensei Corey Green taught the first person and first girl in history in 2006 and 2010 respectively, with autism to qualify and compete in the non-handicap division in the U.S. Karate Nationals. Since 2010, Green has been working with and will continue to work with Lee University conducting research and collecting data on Green's success working with students with severe to moderate autism. His work and study is the first and currently the only one of its kind with I.R.B. approval in the U.S. - July 26, 2011 - Green's Karate
iPhone & iPad Teaches Professional Fighters Signature Move
UFC, K-1, & Shooto veteran fighter Ivan Salaverry, has released an instructional mixed martial arts app, published by DigiGlyph, for the iPhone & iPad. The app features beautiful HD video footage shot from three different camera angles making it easy to learn new concepts and moves. - July 24, 2011 - DigiGlyph, Inc.
Inner Warrior Martial Arts Moves to Post Falls
Kris Anderson of Inner Warrior Martial Arts is relocating to Post Falls. All private training programs will continue uninterrupted during the relocation. - July 11, 2011 - Inner Warrior Martial Arts
Fishkill Karate - Martial Arts Instructor Honored by National Guard
http://www.justforkicks.biz - Fishkill Karate - Martial Arts Instructor, Robert Blum was honored by the US National Guard for his dedication to helping change the lives of children through the life skills development program at his karate school. - June 28, 2011 - Just For Kicks Martial Arts - Fishkill Karate
New Intro to Wing Chun Kung Fu Boot Camp in Long Beach Will Leave You Punching and Kicking for More
West Coast Wing Chun's new "Intro to Wing Chun Boot Camp" teaches students the fundamentals of Wing Chun Kung Fu, a traditional martial art that works for real life self-defense, while challenging students to work hard and get fit. - June 27, 2011 - West Coast Wing Chun
Hanshi Stephen F. Kaufman Honored as Martial Arts Author of the Year
Martial Arts grandmaster receives legitimate recognition by the World Karate Union as Martial Arts Author of the Year. - June 14, 2011 - Hanshi Wisdom Press
Appalachian Trail Ridgerunners to Educate Visitors About Trail Maintenance and Safety
This press release briefly details the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Visitor Center’s upcoming ridgerunner event on June 17th and July 22nd. - June 04, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
The Paradise Warrior Retreat Announces Its Line-Up for Vancouver Event. (Jake Shields, Gilbert Melendez and Top Legendary MMA Coaches)
The Paradise Warrior Retreat (PWR), the world’s elite company in fantasy MMA camps for the past decade, announced today that its seminar series on the show floor of MMA Expo Vancouver on June 11 – 12 will feature Jake Shields, Gilbert Melendez and some of the world’s best coaches... - May 25, 2011 - Paradise Warrior Retreat
Celebrity Personal Trainer and Medal-Winning Martial Artist Carey Yang in Morris County NJ Earns Kung-Fu Fitness Certification
Morris County NJ celebrity personal trainer and medal-winning martial artist Carey Yang is now a Certified Kung-Fu Fitness Instructor teaching and integrating Chinese martial arts and Kung-Fu into fitness training and sports conditioning. - May 25, 2011 - Carey for Fitness Personal Training
SportMartialArts.com Covers the International 2011 Quebec Open
Reporters from SportMartialArts.com highlight competitors from eastern and western Europe and North and South America at the 2011 Quebec Open, a NASKA rated event. - May 08, 2011 - SportMartialArts.com
MMA Sports Federation-Team USA to Feature 8 of the United States' Fiercest Fighting Stars on May 7th
Top U.S. rising stars scheduled to compete against Team Australia. Hall of Famer UFC & Pride Champion Mark "Hammer" Coleman to appear. - May 06, 2011 - MMA Sport Federation
Champion Wrestler Chases MMA Dream at R1 Gym in Los Angeles
Champion wrestler, Mark Dickman, decides to take the leap of faith and relocate to the R1 Training Center in the ‘City of Champions,’ Inglewood, CA. - May 04, 2011 - R1 Mgt
Ultimate Sports Online Becomes an Authorized Dealer for the Ultimate Wrestler Clothing Line
Ultimate Wrestler was established in 2011, and is quickly becoming one of the top brands on the MMA circuit. - April 23, 2011 - Ultimate Sports Online
Samurai Karate Studio to Host Free Self Defense Workshop for Women
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, located in Richland Northeast Columbia, SC; announced today, that he will be hosting a Free self defense workshop for women on Thursday, April 21st, at 7:30pm. Toiletry donations are being accepted to support a local shelter. - April 16, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
Martial Arts Website, Budovideos Broadcasting Pan Jiu-Jitsu Event Live March 26-27
Budovideos, a massive online martial arts super store that offers martial arts online videos, DVD's, gear and more, is set to broadcast the IBJJF Pan Jiu-Jitsu Championship from March 26th through the 27th, 2011 from the University of California at Irvine at Budovideos.com/online/. - March 24, 2011 - Budovideos
Samurai Karate Studio to Participate in House Build as Part of UBBT
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, recently announced that he was participating in a house build for women in Greensboro, AL as part of his black belt test this year. Martial artist's from all over the United States will be participating and volunteering their time for free as part of a community service initiative of UBBT team coach, Tom Callos. - March 15, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
Samurai Karate to Host Free Anti-Bully Workshop
Sensei Chris Feldt, owner and chief instructor for Samurai Karate Studio, announced today that he will be holding a Free anti-bully workshop at his school on Saturday, March 26th at 10:00am. Children, 8 years and older, and their parents are invited. Samurai Karate Studio is located in Richland... - March 15, 2011 - Samurai Karate Studio
Budo Videos Offers New Chris Brennan DVD's and Special Gi
Budo Videos, which offers a wide selection of Brazilian Jujitsu (BJJ) instructional videos and other martial arts related products, recently unveiled a new line of instructional DVD's by BJJ legend Chris Brennan. Budo also unveiled a new Shoyoroll Gi called the White Mamba. All the new products are now available at BudoVideos.com. - March 12, 2011 - Budovideos
Budo Videos Offers Affiliate Program on Martial Arts Videos and Supplies
Budo Videos, which offers a wide selection of Martial Arts videos and supplies, recently unveiled a new affiliate program in association with Google's affiliate network that promises affiliates big earnings on sales of Martial Arts videos, apparel, equipment and more at BudoVideos.com. - March 08, 2011 - Budovideos
Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association News
Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association Announces Student Promotions for Spring 2011 - March 07, 2011 - Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association
Top Ten Canada Equipment Approved as WAKO Changes the Rules for Martial Art Equipment in International Events
The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations has changed the equipment procedure for any event under their sanctioning. The chief referees for every event must ensure that all safeties used by the competitors in the event will be only the products of the following brands: · TOP... - March 02, 2011 - Top Ten Canada