Martial arts enthusiasts of all levels can now learn from the best trainers and fighters in the industry by watching Martial Arts Odyssey on the internet.
Hosted and produced by Asian-based New Yorker, Antonio Graceffo, Martial Arts Odyssey has gained popularity by taking viewers into the heart of Asia, providing details of fighting techniques across a range of disciplines. The show also emphasises the importance of cardio and strength training.
Originally shot as a pilot in the Philippines two years ago, Martial Arts Odyssey has expanded to cover a number of countries throughout Southeast Asia . There are now over 20 episodes on the internet, with the promise of more to follow.
In addition to researching and filming martial and combat arts that are popular amongst westerners, Martial Arts Odyssey places the spotlight on lesser known fighting forms and others thought to have been extinct or are in danger of dying out. Antonio discovered Bokator in Cambodia and Shan Lai Tai while in Burma ’s war zone with the rebel Shan State Army, and believes that he may have the only footage of Master Kwan Wan to date performing this unknown art.
According to Antonio, the aim of the show is to encourage people to be the best they can be through a combination of fitness, education and reaching goals in life. “I hope to inspire them (people) to take a chance and go back to school, finish a degree, start a business, change jobs, get a promotion, and (if possible), travel and study martial arts and languages,” Antonio said.
With an extensive three decade career competing professionally in triathlons, boxing and numerous martial arts (including the last eight years in Asia), Antonio maintains a sharp focus and plans to extend Martial Arts Odyssey into Central Asia, the Caribbean and Africa in the future.
You can subscribe to Antonio’s channel on YouTube and follow his trail around Asia by watching Martial Arts Odyssey for free. The address is: https://www.youtube.com/user/brooklynmonk1
Contact Antonio by emailing: [email protected]
Visit his website, Speaking Adventure, by typing: www.speakingadventure.com
