Weapons for Training in the Martial Arts

Though many forms of martial arts rely solely on body throwing and hand-to-hand combat, there are several versions that make use of sparring and weaponry. Through the use of both traditional and modern weaponry, martial arts enthusiasts can engage their opponent through grappling and fights that test the student's proficiency with a hand-held weapon. Instruments such as bows, spears, swords and katars are often used in these types of martial art contests. Tae Kwon Do students learn the history behind the weapons and how the various types of instruments once used in day to day life became fighting utensils as they journey through their martial arts education.

In this free video clip series, our expert black belt will explain the history of a variety of weapons, and how they came to be used as martial arts props. You will learn how to use weapons of various classes including swords, bows, nun-chucks, staffs and more to your advantage as a student of the martial arts. Watch demonstrations of fights and hear the expert explain the theory behind the techniques and moves.
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