Martial Arts

by Sensei Vartan Balagezyan — Five years old, stepping onto that firm but forgiving mat, hard enough to feel every movement, soft enough to absorb

by Sensei Saro Balagezyan – I have been thinking lately about how many different places Judo has taken me in my life.And I don’t mean geographically,

by Christie Díaz Maldonado (judo mom) – Judo has always been part of our family’s story. My son Leyson carries it in his blood. His

by Sensei Borya Paltielov (Judo Sensei & Referee)–Belgrade, Serbia | June 8–14, 2026 As my plane descended into Belgrade, I found myself asking a question

-by Matthew Soares (head Jiu-Jitsu instructor) – My name is Matthew Soares. I’ve been training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for over 20 years and am a black

by Miljan Tomic (Judo athlete & Judo Dad) –Judoka & Judo Dad As parents whom are actively engaged in sports, we were looking for our children

by Joseph Zavala (Head Muay Thai Coach) –Finding Mixed Martial Arts I grew up always interested in sports — soccer, basketball, football — but I was

by Lydia Pierides (Jake’s mom)–My relationship with Judo has evolved alongside my son’s for the past 15 years, ever since Jake first stepped onto the

by Jake Pierides —My relationship with Judo has continuously evolved since I began practicing this incredible martial art 15 years ago. Over time, Judo has

by Kimberly Huang-Boruta —I am 33 years old and started judo a year ago. I have done competitive swimming and a few other sports and