Category: Practice

It is well known that in ancient times, cultural phenomena spread along the India–China–Korea–Japan route. Along this path, these phenomena became increasingly mythologized and sacralized, while their original meanings were gradually lost. Religious teachings evolved into philosophical schools (a process that also took place in India itself), and cultural practices were transformed and developed, most… Продолжить чтение

Jogo do pau translates from Portuguese as “stick fencing.” This art is commonly considered a Portuguese-Spanish martial art that originated in the northern regions of Portugal — Minho and Trás-os-Montes along the Minho River. Today, it is promoted and cultivated as part of Portugal’s national heritage. The official history of Jogo do pau is, in… Продолжить чтение

One indicator that a school of Indian martial arts retains its historical roots and hasn’t been entirely invented from scratch, which is unfortunately not uncommon, is the presence of a fundamental movement known as the pentra in its curriculum. Strictly speaking, any martial art is defined not by hand or leg techniques, attire, or the… Продолжить чтение