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The Founder of Krav Maga – Imre “Imi” Lichtenfeld

Krav Maga / By Joel Williams / June 29, 2023 / Combatives, distance learning, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, Military Combatives, online learning, Self-Defense, Self-Protection, Train At Home

Imi Lichtenfeld led the effort to develop Krav Maga, the unarmed fighting system used by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). Krav Maga was originally developed for a small group of Jews (pre-WWII) as a system of proven techniques, that could be quickly learned to defend against physical attacks. Over time Krav Maga was systematized as the primary empty-hand training for military personnel. During his service in the IDF, Imi Lichtenfeld developed and refined his hand-to-hand combat techniques. After leaving the military, he adapted Krav Maga for civilian self-defense, enabling schools and training facilities to begin teaching Krav Maga to everyone. Read on to learn more about this fascinating history!

Funakoshi’s “Master Text”

Shotokan Karate / By Joel Williams / June 15, 2023 / distance learning, Gichin Funakoshi, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Martial Arts, online learning, shotokan, Train At Home

Karate-Do Kyohan: The Master Text is exactly as the subtitle says. It is the central, definitive writing of Master Gichin Funakoshi – dubbed the father” of modern karate and founder of Shotokan Karate-Do. This book provides history, philosophy, practical training advice, descriptions of basic stances and techniques, and thorough descriptions and illustrations of the 19 core Shotokan kata. Read on to learn more about this important book.

“Jutsu” versus “Do”

Food for Thought / By Joel Williams / June 5, 2023 / -do, -jutsu, distance learning, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, Train At Home

Have you ever seen “jutsu” or “do” in the name of a martial art? Did you wonder what is the difference? Well read on and find out!

Taekwondo Talk

Taekwondo / By Joel Williams / May 31, 2023 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, online learning, taekwondo, Train At Home

Taekwondo is the national sport of South Korea. Outside of Korea, the art is wildly popular; it has been estimated that 100 million people worldwide practice the Olympic sport. Check out this short blog post to learn more about Taekwondo and the GMAU Taekwondo program.

Karate and Taekwondo … What’s the Difference?

Shotokan Karate, Taekwondo / By Joel Williams / May 15, 2023 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Martial Arts, online learning, taekwondo, Train At Home

So, you or your child want to start martial arts. That’s GREAT news – martial arts can benefit you in so many ways! But here’s an age-old question: Will it be Karate or Taekwondo? You’re not the first person to think about this. It’s a dilemma many people face. To decide, there are many questions …

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Krav Maga Quick Facts

Krav Maga / By Joel Williams / May 3, 2023 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, online learning, Self-Defense, Train At Home

Krav Maga is a combatives (fighting) system used by military, law enforcement, and civilians worldwide. It’s simple, straight forward, and quickly learned. Krav Maga is not a sport; rather, its whole purpose is for self-defense. Check out this short blog post to learn more about Krav Maga and the GMAU Krav Maga program.