Martial Arts
Karate, judo, taekwondo and combat sports
11 sports
Sports in this category
Taekwondo
An Olympic martial art of Korean origin, known for its high kicks and dynamic movement.
Karate
A martial art of Japanese origin built on punching, kicking and blocking techniques, made up of the kata and kumite disciplines.
Judo
An Olympic martial art of Japanese origin based on throws and takedowns, built on the philosophy of "maximum effect with minimum force".
Aikido
A non-competitive martial art of Japanese origin, based on redirecting an attacker's force; suitable for children and adults alike.
Kendo
A traditional martial art of Japanese origin, practiced with a bamboo sword (shinai) and protective armor, that builds discipline and concentration.
Kickboxing
A modern combat sport that combines punches and kicks; excellent for fitness and self-defense.
Muay Thai
A combat sport from Thailand known as "the art of eight limbs", using punches, kicks, knees and elbows.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
A martial art from Brazil based on chokes and joint locks on the ground; it allows smaller people to beat bigger ones.
Capoeira
An acrobatic art from Brazil that blends dance, music and fighting; it develops flexibility and coordination like nothing else.
Wushu
A martial art of Chinese origin featuring acrobatic forms and sparring, and a candidate for the Olympic program.
Boxing
An Olympic combat sport that uses only the fists; it takes physical and mental discipline to the highest level.