African Martial Arts Panel Discussion w/ Khalil Maasi, Kamau Rashid, Contramestra Amazonas

Join us today for an engaging and insightful African Martial Arts Panel Discussion on the future of African Martial Arts, featuring esteemed experts Khalil Maasi, Kamau Rashid, and Contramestra Amazonas. This event promises to deepen your understanding of the rich traditions and contemporary practices within these martial arts, while also exploring the significant cultural impacts they hold across the African continent. Attendees will not only have the chance to listen to in-depth analyses and personal stories from our distinguished panelists, but they will also be encouraged to participate in a thought-provoking Q&A session designed to foster dialogue and exchange ideas on how we can collectively promote and advance these ancient disciplines into the modern era.

Shoutout to Ijakadi African Martial Arts for having this insightful panel discussion that highlights the rich traditions and practices of African martial arts. This platform not only showcases the incredible skills of practitioners but also serves to educate the audience on the cultural significance and historical context of these art forms. By bringing together expert voices in the field, the discussion fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation for the diverse methodologies and philosophies underlying African martial arts, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

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Terminology:

Yobè pays homage to Alkebulan (African) Kamerun Warrior and Pan-Afrikan Freedom Fighter, Ruben Um Nyobè who fought against French colonialism in Cameroon before the French murdered him on September 13, 1958.

Ijakadi is a Yoruba word that literally means Wrestle which is considered “martial arts” in many parts of Africa from the Kemetic tomb of Baqet III to the Laamb of Senegal and Ijakadi or Gidigbo of the Yoruba.

Alkebulan- Ancient name for the continent commonly called Africa

Yoruba: Ija- Fight
Ijakadi- Wrestling, Combat, Fighting
Gidigbo- Wrestling
Ogun- Orisha of Warriorhood & Metalwork
Ori- Head
Ese- Punch
Onapasi- Kick
Egika- Close Quarters Combat
Nille- Ground Fighting

Kemetic: Ma’at-Kemetic Principles of Truth, Justice, Harmony, Balance, Order, Propriety, and Reciprocity
Montu- Kemetic Term for Combatives, Wrestling & Fighting
Smai Tawi- Kemetic practice of energy movement and postures similar to Yoga

Swahili: Mkuki- Spear
Mduara- Circle
Gurudumu- Wheel

African forms of martial (montu) arts include:

Capoeira- Inverted Kicking and dodging system
Engolo- Predecessor to Capoeira & practiced by Queen Nzinga of Angola
Knocking & Kicking- Believed to be descended from Engolo to the Americas Mgba- Grappling system based on leg wrapping
Ijakadi/Gidigbo- Yoruba striking & grappling art
Dambe- Hausa Boxing from Nigeria
Musangwe- Venda People South Africa Bare Knuckle Boxing
Laamb- Senegalese Wrestling
Tahtib- Kemetic Stick Zulu Stick Fighting- Art practiced by Zulu people of South Africa
Khandeka- Slap Boxing & Stick
Istunka- Somali stick fighting
Haitian Machete – From nation of Haiti
El Juego de Mani- Game of War from Afro-Cubans
52 Blocks- System founded by Africans in the United States, Afro-Americans
Moraingy- Bare Knuckle style from Madagascar
And many others….