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The Top 5 Most Comprehensive and Effective Martial Arts Styles

n the vast world of martial arts, some styles stand out not only for their history and tradition but also for their effectiveness in real combat situations, make no mistake, not all martial arts are created the same. These “complete” martial arts have been battle-tested and proven to deliver high success rates in various forms of competition, including mixed martial arts (MMA), self-defense scenarios, and even no-holds-barred environments like early Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) tournaments. In this blog, I’ll tell you about five of the most comprehensive martial arts systems: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Sambo, Muay Thai, Wrestling, and Judo.

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TRIBE Martial Arts Foundation: Empowering Through Jiu Jitsu

Founded in 2019, the TRIBE Martial Arts Foundation aims to create sustainable solutions for women and children in impoverished areas who face daily struggles with gender-based violence, domestic abuse, and limited opportunities. TRIBE’s mission goes beyond teaching self-defense—it is about fostering empowerment, resilience, and growth so that these individuals can thrive, becoming valuable contributors to their communities.

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Should children compete in Martial Arts competitions?

Should children compete in Martial Arts competitions?  Training and competition are two different but connected worlds, with one feeding into the other. It is imperative for your child’s learning and martial arts journey that they compete. Competition creates a new mind-set in training, and gives a child a tangible goal they can achieve using all

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10 Reasons Why You Should Keep Training Jiu Jitsu

If you’ve ever found yourself sprawled out on the mats after a grueling Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) session, wondering why on earth you signed up for this, you’re not alone. But before you take off your belt and tap out for good, let me give you 10 compelling reasons why sticking with BJJ is the best decision you will ever make. Spoiler: your future self will thank you.

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Jiu Jitsu’s Benefits for Children

Throwing your wee angel into the world of double-leg takedowns and wrestling can be daunting for any parent, so first off, here’s to you Mom or Dad for being brave! We all want our children to grow with skills to defend themselves and develop healthy habits, and while these are definitely outcomes of regular BJJ training there are also a world of other social, emotional and psychological benefits for your child. 

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