Martial arts uniform and equipment supplier Blitz are now offering 45% off everything in their Winter Sale which ends Sunday 31st January 2021. Unlike their previous site-wide sales, no voucher code is needed to benefit […]
Blitz are known for producing a range of martial arts uniforms for karate, judo and taekwondo, but for a number of years they’ve also produced a range of BJJ gis, both through their own brand […]
In more recent times, I’ve found that training in bare feet can be a painful experience. Itchy soles of the feet, cracked soles and occasional athlete’s foot means that I cannot train in bare feet […]
Achieving your first Dan is a momentous occasion for anyone. You’ve worked hard for a number of years, took the bumps and the injuries, and slogged through to reach the coveted black belt where the […]
In self defence arts like Ju-Jitsu, Krav Maga and Kali, you want to ensure that you include weapons training and defence as part of your studies. The best way to do this is to use […]
Movement and footwork plays a big part in martial arts. Whether you’re on the mat barefoot, pivoting on the ball of the foot of your leading leg for a powerful roundhouse kick, or wearing boots […]
They’ll see you training on a dark night with this neon protective gear from Blitz! Blitz are known for their quality training gear at fantastic, reasonable prices and to add a little spice it seems […]
Usually when I’m training at my nearby club, I throw a pair of sparring gloves, shin guards, rashguard and shorts into my rucksack and it usually does the trick for my short commute to the […]
As a martial artist, being skilled both stood up and on the ground is important to me. Training in Japanese Ju-Jitsu at Leigh Ju-Jitsu, we do a healthy bit of both, whilst my CSW classes […]
In many martial arts, striking plays an important part as it is one of the main and immediate ways to defend yourself and subdue an opponent. Whilst I enjoy a bit of boxing, I absolutely […]
If you train in a Japanese martial art such as Karate or Ju-Jitsu, then there’s a good chance that weapons are part of your curriculum. As a Ju-Jitsuka, weapons katas are part of the 1st […]
For those seriously into their fitness, strength and conditioning training is just as important as the martial arts we learn. Some people opt for kettlebells to help build strength and muscle whilst others prefer to […]
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