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In May we celebrate Memorial Day. It falls on the last Monday of the month and is a day dedicated to remembering the fallen heroes who bravely served our country. This Memorial Day, spend time donating to organizations dedicated to honoring soldiers and their families. Donate to Blue Star Families. It provides free resources, services and opportunities to more than 1.5 million military family members annually. Visit their website to donate and learn more about their mission. Have …

School is out for the summer, which could mean a smaller turnout for your martial arts classes. Don’t let that be the case! Implementing a Summer Day Camp is a great way to keep your classroom momentum all year round. Summer Camps can provide kids with a fun day, parents with a stress free schedule and you a profit! So what makes a great martial arts summer camp? Here are a few things we think will help: Provide Cool Apparel Create a fun summer-themed graphic that incorporates you …

Mothers and martial artists have a lot in common. To be a successful martial artist you must have strength, dedication, heart and perseverance; all traits that can be used to describe the awesome mothers in our lives. That is why mothers are the ultimate warriors! We got together with martial artist and mother, Christine Bannon Rodrigues to discuss what it means to be a Warrior Mom. Read below for advice on training and motherhood. Christine Bannon Rodrigues is a 9x World Champion and has be …

Does Mexico have a martial art? What is the history of Lucha Libre, a form of professional wrestling developed in Mexico? In honor of Cinco de Mayo, a celebration that commemorates the Mexican Army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla, we will be answering those questions. Mexico has a rich and abundant history full of fierce Aztec warriors, but little is known about their combat training. There are records of specific battles, but none holding information on thei …

Kathryn Tian is a 21-time sport karate and taekwondo world champion martial artist. In addition to being a member of Team USA on World Association of Karate and Kickboxing Organization (WAKO), and a member of USA Team for the World Martial Arts Games XVI, she is a nationwide professional junior athlete for Macho Martial Arts. Kathryn’s academic achievements are just as impressive as her martial arts achievements. Her talents and dedication to both martial arts and education …

When you look back at the last 35 years, Macho has been working hard to provide martial artists with the gear they need to stay safe and train effectively. Macho Martial Arts is proud of its legacy and to be founded and based in the USA. It all began in 1980 on Florida’s East Coast when 8th degree Tae Kwon Do black belt Grandmaster Soo Se Cho recognized a need for greater safety in martial arts training and competition. He designed and made the first Macho Gear in …

One of the oldest techniques for protection is the use of a staff or stick as a weapon. They were easily accessible, effective and efficient. The evolution of this weapon created two different forms: the Bo and Jo. But what is the difference between the two? This guide walks you through the rich history behind the weapons to discover their differences and similarities. History of the Bo:  The bo used in kobudo and bojutsu emerged in Okinawa in the early 17th century when Okinawa wa …

For the Fighter Pictured: Dyna Head, Dyna Shin/Forearm Guard,Dyna Punch, Dyna Kick,Sport Chest  If you know someone who is an avid martial artist that partakes in a lot of sparring, then look into getting them some new gear this holiday season. Equipment can go through a lot of wear and tear if it is being used everyday, and since Macho’s gear is some of the safest and highest quality out there, you can be sure to impress! For …

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. It’s a time for communities to raise awareness of the bullying epidemic in the United States. Bullying effects about one in four kids in the U.S. on a regular basis. Sadly, many of these bullying cases go unnoticed and students continue to be affected by bullying in school. There is a way to stop bullying. When bystanders intervene, bullying stops within 10 seconds 57% of the time. As a martial arts school owner you have the power to insti …

‘The Martial Arts Kid‘ is an inspiring family film that tells the story of a troubled teen who finds himself through mastering the discipline of martial arts and standing up to bullies. While it encourages social responsibility it also teaches young viewers the importance of standing up for what you believe in, learning humility and finding strength in yourself when others doubt you. The action packed fight scenes, comedic dialogue and important values will leave young martial artis …