Martial Arts History
Grandmaster Ip Man and his role in the popularization of Wing Chun
Wing Chun is an ancient martial art that dates back hundreds of years and has become increasingly popular in recent times. It is characterized by its reliance on close-range combat techniques, using straight-line strikes with minimal body movement, redirecting the opponent’s energy rather than meeting it head-on. Wing Chun draws from principles of Chinese philosophy to form a basis for its movements, emphasizing the use of economy in motion and continuous adaptation to changing situations. The spread of Wing Chun has been greatly influenced by two key figures: Grandmaster Ip Man and his student Bruce Lee. Grandmaster Ip Man was…
What Martial Arts Does Chuck Norris Know?
So chances are, you’re probably familiar with movie star and martial artist Chuck Norris. He is probably best known for his fight scene in Way Of The Dragon, where he faced off against another popular martial artist, Bruce Lee. However, after seeing Chuck’s fight scenes, you may be left wondering about his martial arts background, the extent of his fighting skills, and how he attained those skills. So what martial arts does Chuck Norris know? Chuck Norris is an expert in many different martial arts, holding black belts in Karate, Tang Soo Do, Taekwondo, Judo, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has…
What is the Oldest Martial Art? (With Proof)
Throughout history, humans have engaged in countless forms and styles of combat. Many martial arts created centuries ago are still used and practiced today. But what was the first martial art that humans ever created? What is the oldest martial art? The oldest martial art is wrestling, as based on the available documented history of various martial arts, wrestling is by far the oldest one. Ancient artifacts depicting wrestling techniques have been dated to as far back as 7000 BC. One notable artifact is a mural in a burial tomb in Beni Hasan, Egypt, which illustrates many detailed wrestling scenarios.…
Can UFC Fighters Wear Contacts?
Having a vision issue that requires someone to wear glasses is pretty common, seeing as about 14 million Americans have blurry vision. However, bad eyesight is a much bigger issue when there’s someone punching you in the face. Of course, wearing contact lenses would be a lot better option than wearing glasses in a fight. But can UFC fighters wear contact lenses? In short, yes, UFC fighters can fight wearing soft contact lenses, as long as the athletic commission does not have a specific rule against them. However, the fighter must also meet the vision requirements set by the athletic…
Is Drunken Boxing A Real Martial Art?
Perhaps you’ve seen this martial art style in movies or anime, where a martial artist begins to move fluidly and unpredictably, similar to how a drunk person would. The popular movie Drunken Master, which stars Jackie Chan, is based around this concept of “Drunken Boxing”. In the movie, Jackie Chan’s master is notoriously alcoholic, but he uses this attribute to his advantage when he fights. But you may have seen this description of Drunken Boxing somewhere and wondered how feasible it is. So in this post, I am going to address your concerns and answer the question: Is “drunken boxing”…
What Martial Arts Does Conor McGregor Know?
Conor McGregor is easily the biggest start that the world of MMA has known, and his star power has transcended the bounds of the UFC, with McGregor having other ventures outside of fighting. Yet, when it comes down to his skills in the Octagon, it is apparent that he has a unique style. But what exactly are his styles of fighting? What martial arts does Conor McGregor know? In short, Conor McGregor’s base martial arts are Boxing and Kickboxing, with him later integrating Capoeira, Taekwondo, and Karate into his style. However, he also holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu…
What Happens When A UFC Fighter Doesn't Make Weight?
As you probably know, UFC fighters must ‘make weight’ in order to be allowed to compete. This means officially weighing in under the limit for that weight class. And although it is unfortunate when a fighter misses weight, I can’t say I’m ever surprised by it. Of course, there are repercussions to missing weight. In this post, I’m going to answer: What happens when a UFC fighter doesn’t make weight? When a UFC fighter misses weight, the fighter is fined 20% or 30% of their purse, which is awarded to their opponent. If the fight was a championship fight, then…
How Many Rounds Are There In A UFC Fight?
As a new UFC fan, or even as a casual viewer, it is important to know the nuances of a UFC fight. And one of the most important aspects of any combat sport is the number of rounds involved. So in this post, I’m going to cover the following: How many rounds are there in UFC fights? There are either 3 or 5 rounds in a UFC fight. Normal bouts are 3 rounds in length, while championship and main event fights are scheduled for 5 rounds. Each round is five minutes long, with a one-minute rest period between each round.…
How Much Do UFC Referees Make?
There are several noteworthy referees in MMA, two of the most popular being Herb Dean, and ‘Big’ John McCarthy. These referees can be seen refereeing many big pay-per-view events, often reffing 3 or 4 fights in one night. You may have wondered how much referees in the UFC get paid, and how? Per event? On Salary? So in this post, I’m going to detail everything I can find in an attempt to answer any questions surrounding referee earnings. So how much do UFC referees earn? On average, a UFC referee will earn about $500 per match. For big profile fights, referees…
What Does Catchweight Mean In The UFC?
So if you’re on this post, chances are you saw something about a catchweight regarding a UFC fight. And maybe you were left wondering, “what exactly is a catchweight?” So in this post, I’m going to explain everything there is to know about catchweights in the UFC. What is a catchweight in the UFC? In short, a catchweight is a weight limit agreed upon by the two fighters competing in the bout. A catchweight falls outside of the limits set by traditional weight classes, and is usually set when the fighters wish to avoid an excessive weight cut, although it…