Martial Arts Documentaries

Culture Documentaries

Learn about different facets of China and the Martial arts

Shi Yong Xin Interview: Shaolin in My Heart

A treasure for all Shaolin Aficionados - Shaolin In My Heart - A documentary featuring an interview with the Abbot of Shaolin Temple that discusses history, practice and traditional martial theory. (Chinese Language / English subs)

Discovery Channel: The Seven Wonders of China
Ever want to go to China and see some of the wonderful locations and sites? Discovery Channel brings us closer to the 7 Wonders of ancient China, from its history and architecture.(English)

Discovery Channel: Kendo's Japans Hardest Test
Harder than becoming a lawyer or a surgeon in Japan is becoming a 8th dan Kendo Swordsman. This video chronicles 2 men and their attempt to reach that peak - one is a former National Kendo Champion who has failed the very 1st step of the test 4 times. The other is a 78 year old man who has been taking the test for 24 years.

Way of the Warrior TV Series

Originally broadcast on the BBC in the early 1980s. The Way of the Warrior series offered western audiences a first hand authentic glance into the martial arts world of China and South East Asia please enjoy! - Philip

Way of the Warrior: Karate
This episode follows the master of a small karate dojo on the island Okinawa where the martial art of karate was first created.

Way of the Warrior: Escrima
This episode follows the very old, yet ever developing, Filipino martial art which teaches one how to defend against and use knives.

Way of the Warrior: Kungfu
Documentary about the spread of Kung Fu through out the world. With this the episode following schools in Hong Kong, Britain and the US.

Way of the Warrior: Samurai
This episode follows an ancient Dojo in Japan who still practices the Samurai way. Don't miss this unique documentary.

Way of the Warrior: Kendo & Aikido
This episode follows the history and development of Aikido & Kendo explaining why they took the sporting path and yet still maintain their spirituality.

Way of the Warrior: Shorinji Kenpo
Follows the main Shorinji Kempo temple on Shikoku Island which has close ties to a new school of Buddhism including history & present.

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