Fight Club

Step inside Fight Club—Skillset’s corner for combat sports, street fighting tactics, and the culture of controlled violence. From training methods and fighter profiles to breakdowns of legendary bouts, this tag explores the philosophy and practice of fighting as a skill and an art form. If combat is your language, you’ll find your tribe here.

The most obvious way not to be affected by a headlock is, of course, to avoid it from happening to you.

Skillset Fight Club: Learn How to Escape a Headlock

By Michael D'Angona

One fighting move that’s been used both on the playground during many kids’ childhoods and in very real fights as adults on the street is the headlock. This...

Choosing the right martial art for you doesn't have to be a daunting task.

How to Choose the Right Martial Art for You

By Michael D'Angona

To the layperson, martial arts are constantly referred to as simply “Karate” because many people don’t understand the great number of diverse martial arts disciplines in the world. In fact, there are...

Two guys are arguing over a half-filled coffee pot. Starbucks employee is holding a pot over their head as if he is going to hit our hero with it.

Skillset Fight Club: The Art of Pistol-Whipping

By Waysun Johnny Tsai

Let’s face it: we currently live in a world where guns rule supreme. But that doesn’t mean you can run around...

Different countries excel in different combat sports!

International Ass Kicking: Combat Sports By Country

By Sullivan Cauley

There are a few things all cultures have in common: language, some type of bread, religion and fighting. Weapons made...

Armored sports aren’t for the faint hearted. While there are choreographed exhibitions at renaissance fairs and other events, much of the action is real and there are many real competitions and tournaments.

Armored Combat Sports: Medieval Knight Fighting

By Sean Chaffin

An ax blow to the head leaves Grant Kessler dizzy and staggering – and with a dent in his helmet. The...

Leraning to read and understand your foe and his intentions are an important Skillset.

Skillset Fight Club: Learn to Read Your Foe

By Michael D'Angona

Most people try to go about their day without conflicts or trouble, and I’m sure you’re no exception. Sometimes, however, a verbal or physical...