Interview With World Champion Martial Artist, Kathryn Tian
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,...
A Look Back: Macho Martial Arts, Founded In The USA
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...
What Are The Differences Between A Bo Staff And A Jo Staff?
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...
Martial Arts Gift Guide
Stumped on what to buy the martial arts enthusiast in your life this holiday season? We've got everything you need, from small, stocking stuffers, to full size sparring sets. Shop our gift guide below and give them a gift that will pack a punch!...
Help Kick Bullying To The Curb
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...
Movie Review: ‘The Martial Arts Kid’ – An Inspiring Homage To Martial Arts
'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...
4 Reasons to Wear a Rashguard Under Your Gi
Rashguards are a staple for no-gi grappling. They offer compression and protection without interfering with control. The benefits of wearing them are rarely debated, that is until it comes to wearing them under your gi. Those opposed to wearing the extra...
Team Macho’s 2015 in Review
In the beginning of 2015, Christine Bannon-Rodrigues suggested that we bring back Team Macho, as it had been years since Macho had a team out on the circuit. With an exceptional amount of help from Bannon, a new Team Macho was formed with just three athletes for our...