Michael WoodwardDec 12, 20233 min readWhy You Should Learn Martial Arts And How To Stick With It.Find out why you should start learning martial arts today, and how you can stay motivated and committed to training.
thestormmaNov 22, 20231 min readHow to Tie Your Martial Arts BeltWe've been getting a lot of our members and parents at Ascend Martial Arts asking for a tutorial on how to tie the martial arts belt, or...
Michael WoodwardSep 7, 20234 min readSparring Rules at Ascend Martial ArtsSparring is a crucial self development activity. Find out about the rules we have for sparring at Ascend Martial Arts.
Michael WoodwardJul 21, 20233 min readGradings at Ascend Martial ArtsGradings are a staple part of learning a martial art and monitoring your progression. Find out what to expect when grading at Ascend!
Grant BrechneyJul 11, 20233 min readThe Vertical Fist of Shorinjiryu Karatedo - Is it Better?Learn about the differences between the vertical fist used in Shorinjiryu Karatedo and the more commonly used horizontal fist of other arts.