Welcome to the third issue of The Martial Arts Journal. This exclusive online only magazine is intended for students, instructors and scholars of the martial arts as well as those who are thinking of taking up a martial art as a new and exciting hobby. Whether you practise modern or traditional styles, classical or contemporary arts, this journal will be of interest to you. Every quarter two new articles will be available for all to view. This is the final issue with the current free articles and these will be changed next month. So enjoy them before they move to the 'Archive' section and get ready for 2 new and exclusive free articles next month.

By subscribing to The Martial Arts Journal you can now view three current articles (changed monthly) as well as previous articles in our archive. By subscribing for less than 90 pence a month, you can also take advantage of our 10% discount on telephone orders at 'Legend Martial Arts Supplies' (discount applies to orders over £20) and a free Kendo and Iaido class at the Shin Ichi Do Dojo. Please see the Subscriber section for further details.

The Martial Arts Journal is now pleased to offer a further benefit to subscribers starting this month. By simply quoting your unique reference number, you are eligible for a 10% discount at Martial Arts Awards on individual orders over £20. Please visit there website at www.martialartsawards.co.uk

The aim of the journal is to provide a useful tool for the martial arts community world wide and we would therefore welcome your comments and articles. Please email me at editor@themartialartsjournal.com