Martial Arts Articles

Swiftkick Blog

martial arts san diego

SwiftKick Celebrates 15 Years!

By Swiftkick Staff | January 5, 2022

As we enter 2022, it is a perfect time to reflect on all that has been and the promise of all that is to come. As SwiftKick fondly celebrates 15 years of business, owner, and founder, Brian Cowell has nothing but gratitude and attributes the incredible success to all those who contributed. It is an …

SwiftKick Celebrates 15 Years! Read More »

martial arts comeback

Meet the SwiftKick Instructors

By Swiftkick Staff | December 28, 2021

The team of instructors at both SwiftKick Martial Arts locations in San Diego brings a wealth of experience. These instructors have been hired not only for skill but a welcoming and encouraging approach to teaching martial arts. The team understanding every person, no matter age or experience, who walks through the doors at one of …

Meet the SwiftKick Instructors Read More »

The Foundation of SwiftKick

By Swiftkick Staff | December 21, 2021

As we round out 2021, it seems the perfect time to reflect and recognize each individual\’s incredible contribution to help make SwiftKick, Martial Arts, San Diego such a tremendous success. In gratitude, over the next two weeks, we introduce the dedicated team of corporate staff and instructors led by founder and owner Brian Cowell. Brian’s …

The Foundation of SwiftKick Read More »

mma carlsbad

Unwrapping the Martial Arts Gi

By Swiftkick Staff | December 15, 2021

It does not matter where you have seen martial arts, whether on the television, in a movie, or a studio. It is likely, even if only subconsciously and then dismissed, you noticed everyone wearing the same uniform. In this blog, we begin to unwrap the gi. Looking at its design, purpose, name, and what it …

Unwrapping the Martial Arts Gi Read More »

kung fu san diego

Role Modeling Through Martial Arts

By Swiftkick Staff | December 7, 2021

Gone are the days of \”do as I say, not as I do\” parenting. Today\’s youth are strong-minded and demand alignment of words and actions. Teenagers are not afraid to call out injustice or inequality, forcing those of us in older generations to take pause. These forced reflections can be beneficial instead of becoming agitated …

Role Modeling Through Martial Arts Read More »

tae kwon do san diego

The Coveted Black Belt

By Swiftkick Staff | December 1, 2021

As promised, this week, we break down some of the complexity with the black belt in martial arts. Last week, it was mentioned this coveted belt was deserving of its own blog due to the many different aspects of achieving it and the ability to hold multiple black belts under the martial arts umbrella. Those …

The Coveted Black Belt Read More »

karate san diego

Belt Level Progress in Martial Arts – What Does it All Mean?

By Swiftkick Staff | November 24, 2021

SwiftKick Martial Arts, San Diego, follows the traditional practice of working towards higher levels indicated by belt color. The inclusive programs, designed intentionally to incorporate an incredible repertoire of skills and techniques, continue to be the most well-rounded martial arts program in San Diego County. Combining elements of MMA, Kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Karate, Taekwondo, …

Belt Level Progress in Martial Arts – What Does it All Mean? Read More »

Girl Power Martial Arts Camp

Thankful for the Martial Arts Community

By Swiftkick Staff | November 16, 2021

As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, in addition to figuring out the menu, deciding what time to put the turkey in, and shopping for this particular meal, stop and remember what you are grateful for. Sadly, with the hustle and bustle over Thanksgiving and Christmas, it is not uncommon to lose sight of the purposes of the …

Thankful for the Martial Arts Community Read More »

karate san diego

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Martial Arts Training

By Swiftkick Staff | November 9, 2021

Martial arts training styles are growing in popularity. The numerous reasons to begin training vary as much as the people that do. Martial arts are proving to be one of the top ways to get and stay fit while focusing and strengthening the mind to achieve goals. It isn\’t easy to talk about martial arts …

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Martial Arts Training Read More »

Yoga San Diego

Cancer Survivor Shares How Martial Arts Helped Her Heal

By Swiftkick Staff | November 1, 2021

It is not a coincidence that I just spent time with a very successful woman in her fifties who shared her powerful testimony of how martial arts played a crucial role in her healing from Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. As November begins and the official month of Breast Cancer Awareness ends, let us not forget the many …

Cancer Survivor Shares How Martial Arts Helped Her Heal Read More »