BJJ is a martial art, combat sport, and a self defense system that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Brazilian jiu-jitsu was formed from early 20th century Kodokan Judo ground fighting (Ne-Waza) fundamentals that were taught to, Luiz França and Carlos Gracie by master Mitsuyo Maeda 前田 光世. Brazilian jiu-jitsu eventually came to be […] Read More...

Kickboxing Mats Kickboxing mats are the kind of mats you would find in a kick boxing gym. There are a variety of mats that can be used in this kind of training. Generally EVA mats are the most popular for of kick boxing mats which can be attributed to their cost and durability. Although there […] Read More...

Karate is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Islands in what is now Okinawa, Japan. It developed from the indigenous martial arts of Ryukyu Islands (called te (手?), literally “hand”; tii in Okinawan) under the influence of Chinese martial arts, particularly to that of the Fujian White Crane. Karate is a striking art using […] Read More...

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art. It combines combat and self-defense techniques with sport and exercise. Taekwondo has been an Olympic event since 2000. Taekwondo was developed by a variety of Korean masters during the 1940s as partial combination of taekkyeon, Okinawan karate, and other traditions. In Korean, tae (태, 跆) means “to strike or […] Read More...

Wing Chun, also known as Ving Tsun or Wing Tsun, is a concept-based Chinese martial art and form of self-defense utilising both striking and grappling while specialising in real world, close-range combat. It is practiced globally in over 64 countries and is the world’s most popular form of Southern Kung Fu. Wing Chun was made […] Read More...

EVA interlocking jigsaw mats such as those sold by Ezymats are a form or safety flooring commonly used by a variety of martial arts especially MMA (mixed martial arts). They are used to minimise the impact of falling during training. All martial arts have training methods which from time to time necessitate falling to the […] Read More...

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full contact combat sport that allows the use of both striking and grappling techniques, both standing and on the ground, from a variety of other combat sports. Various mixed style contests took place throughout Europe, Japan and the Pacific Rim during the early 1900s. The combat sport of vale tudo that had developed in Brazil from the 1920s was brought to the United States by the Gracie family in 1993 […] Read More...

Chinese martial arts, colloquially referred to as kung fu or gung fu (Chinese: 功夫; pinyin: gōngfu) and wushu (simplified Chinese: 武术; traditional Chinese: 武術; pinyin: wǔshù), are a number of fighting styles that have developed over the centuries inChina. These fighting styles are often classified according to common traits, identified as “families” (家; jiā), “sects” (派; pài) or “schools” (門, mén) of martial arts. Examples of such traits include physical exercises involving […] Read More...

Aikido (Japanese: 合気道 Hepburn: Aikidō?) [a.i.ki.doː] is a Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba as a synthesis of his martial studies, philosophy, and religious beliefs. Aikido is often translated as “the Way of unifying (with) life energy” or as “the Way of harmonious spirit.” Ueshiba’s goal was to create an art that practitioners could use to defend themselves while also protecting their attacker from injury. Aikido is […] Read More...

Kenpō (拳法) is the name of several Japanese martial arts. The word kenpō is a Japanese translation of the Chinese word “quán fǎ“. This term is also sometimes transliterated as “kempo“, as a result of applying Traditional Hepburn romanization, but failing to use a macron to indicate the long vowel. The generic nature of the term combined with its widespread, cross-cultural adoption in the martial arts community has led […] Read More...

Hapkido (also spelled hap ki do or hapki-do; Hangul: 합기도; Hanja: 合氣道) is a dynamic and highly eclectic Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling and throwing techniques of other martial arts, as well as kicks,punches, and other striking attacks. There is also the use of traditional weapons, including knife, sword, rope, jool bong (nunchaku), cane, short stick (dan bong), and middle length staff (joong bong, gun, bō (Japanese)) which vary in emphasis depending on […] Read More...

Capoeira (/ˌkæpuːˈɛərə/; Portuguese pronunciation: [kapuˈejɾɐ]) is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance,  acrobatics and music, and is sometimes referred to as a game. It was developed in Brazilmainly by African descendants (N’golo, or zebra dance – a kind of dance in which the participant uses their feet to kick the head of their opponent similar to how a zebra moves, hence the name) with native Brazilian influences (Maraná war […] Read More...

Boxing Boxing  is a combat sport in which two people engage in a contest of strength, speed, reflexes, endurance, and will by throwing punches with gloved hands against each other. Bouts usually take place in a ring when in a professional setting. The bare knuckle variety is known to take place in different settings such a backyard, parking lot or the beach. […] Read More...

Ninjutsu (忍術) sometimes used interchangeably with the modern term ninpō (忍法) is the martial art, strategy, and tactics ofunconventional warfare and guerrilla warfare as well as the art of espionage purportedly practiced by the shinobi (commonly known outside of Japan as ninja). Ninjutsu was more an art of tricks, than a martial art. Ninjutsu was a separate discipline in some traditional Japanese schools, which integrated study of more conventional martial arts along with shurikenjutsu, kenjutsu,sojutsu, bōjutsu, battlefield grappling kumi-uchi (an old […] Read More...

Judo, literally meaning “gentle way”, was created in Japan, in 1882, by Japanese martial artist Jigoro Kano. Initially it was designed to compliment physical training for fitness but also for self defence. It gentle nature was a means for a smaller person to overcome a larger individual. Today though it is generally considered as a modern martial art […] Read More...

Judo, meaning “gentle way” is a modern martial art, combat and Olympic sport created in Japan in 1882 by Jigoro Kano (嘉納治五郎). Its most prominent feature is its competitive element, where the objective is to either throw or takedown an opponent to the ground, immobilize or otherwise subdue an opponent with a pin, or force […] Read More...

A rubber mat is a generic term for a piece of flat rubber, generally placed on a floor or other flat surface, which serves a range of purposes including:   Providing a regular or flat surface, such as a mousepad. Protecting that which is beneath the mat, such as a place mat or the matting used in archival framing and preservation of documents and […] Read More...

Interlocking Module Mats Modular mats, also well known as interlocking tiles or interlocking floor mats, are manufactured using the “jigsaw puzzle” structure. Unlike one-piece mat, modular mat consists of numerous elements that are easily and seamlessly assembled. Compared to other types of mats, interlocking mat has several sizes, depending on the amount of pieces in one […] Read More...

Foam Mats For Training is another name for EVA mats. Foam mats come in the form of jigsaw mats. So jigsaw mats and puzzle mats are often called foam mats. They are also referred to as EVA foam mats. One mats is referred to as a foam mat. More than one mat is called foam […] Read More...

Wrestling is a term which is derived from the Old English word “wræstlunge“. Wrestling is a combat sport involving grappling techniques such as clinch fighting, throws,  takedowns and other grappling techniques. There are a varied range of styles present in most cultures and civilisations of the world. Wrestling techniques are often incorporated into other martial arts and military hand-to-hand combat systems. It the past wrestling took place either in the […] Read More...

It used to be the case that if a person chose to do a particular martial art that they stuck with it for a long time. Rarely did they delve into a new martial art as it was considered to be an act of disloyalty. I remember myself when I was training at a particular […] Read More...

Canadian David Lemieux was victorious in the first round of his fight with Ireland’s Gary O’Sullivan after a savage left hook that left the Irish fighter on the eva mat. Lemieux was not happy after O’Sullivan team’s talked trash in the lead up to the fight. He gave them an emphatic response with his victory. In […] Read More...

In this age of obesity and other ailments due to bad eating habits and inactivity it is more important than ever to exercise. Thankfully there have never been more options available to people then there are today. There is a plethora of exercise options available to people. From Yoga too aerobic and everything in between. […] Read More...

Reasons Martial Arts Should Be Learned is it goes way more than just self-defence. It could provide great assistance in just about all aspects of your life. It can improved health and fitness, bodily enrichment. Martial arts can also lead to boosted self-esteem, greater concentration, pleasure, and great behaviour. The list for the Reasons Martial […] Read More...

There are various specialities that call for a wide array of skills as well as when it comes to mats. Smooth and soft tatami mats, for example, are ideal for ground wrestling and grappling work. Amongst all of these, however, acquiring the ideal mat for training and exercise is essential if there will be any […] Read More...

When you are going to do something, you may as well do it right. If you are going to exercise martial arts optimise your performance by making certain the space you use is right. What comprises a perfect space for which to practice? You should have a lot of room, excellent lighting (artificial and natural […] Read More...

You are advised to select the best Jigsaw Mat to become comfortable in your choice of sports. The martial art mats are particularly designed with cushioning which are put on the floor. These Types of Martial Arts Jigsaw Mats allow newbies and masters to exercise their martial art properly. It allows them to steer clear […] Read More...

Mats are not solely utilized for protecting the floor but also to avoid one from sliding. Mats help eliminate debris, liquid, and grime from shoes and additionally soak up liquid controlling one from slipping. One concern that people frequently ask when searching for the best mats for kickboxing, boxing, commercial fitness centres and also for […] Read More...

Sometimes when you undertake an activity it is difficult to find all the things your need to enjoy your pursuit. Take MMA for example. Yes it might be a popular sport but it is not as mainstream as other which might make it hard to find all you need for MMA sometimes. Luckily for you […] Read More...