Martial arts?
I am thinking about taking some martial art classes but I am unsure about what art to practice. I am 21 about 5'6 and about 150lb I just need some recomendations
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Whos next in line for chuck liddle after ortiz?
You should go and watch and participate in as many classes as you can and choose the one that you enjoy best, as it is a very personal thing.Rampage V. Iceman! Who wins? Give me an in depth analysis of how this match up plays out?
You should check out Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu (Ninjutsu).It is a very effective Art if you get the right teacher and school(that's why it should only be from the Bujinkan)We teach the most effective defensive and offensive techniques for self-defense.Some of the stuff we teach is very deadly,but very effective.We also try and help you become the very best person you can be in life.I hope you will give us a try.Best of luck my brother.
Would a master of Aikido be able to defeat a polar bear in a cage match?
It is a personal preference, some types are more self defense -based, while others are displined, more kata-based. I do American Kenpo, it's a lot of fun, and an excellent workout. There is lots of self-defences for about every imaginable attack. Although there are katas, they are not overwhelming, or a large part of what you learn.www.akki.com
Who's the most powerful striker in MMA?
Your size has nothing to do with it. Find a mixed Martial arts school in your area. They teach things such as.-Boxing
-Wrestling
-Jui-Jitsu
-Muay Thai
Liddel vs. Cro Cop, who wins this match?
I'd tell you the same thing I said to another earlier. Tour. Check out the schools in your area. Take an intro class, or pay a mat fee so that you can "feel" if that particular style/school/master suits you. Find the place that fits and worry about whether it's a "good" style later. My coach is constantly reminding me that if you're not havin fun than what's the point?Oh, one more thing: It's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog. Go have fun, learn some things, and become better than you were.
Why do the guys on The Ultimate Fighter wear those necklaces?
The concept of a style is a rather complicated one, and Chinese martial arts claim as many as 1500 different styles. By "style" we mean a particular school of martial practice, with its own training methods, favored techniques, and emphasis on attack and defense. While it is impossible to quantify differences between most styles, it is easy to see the distinctions between such disparate approaches to combat as practiced by Tiger, Crane, and Monkey stylists. In choosing a style (a contemporary privilege; traditionally, styles were assigned by the teachers), try to find one that suits your physical attributes, interests, and sense of utility. It does no good to study the graceful single-leg and flying techniques of White Crane if you have the flexibility and grace of a turtle! On the other hand, and kung fu practice will enhance your physical skills, dexterity, and alertness, and it is not uncommon for a beginner in one style to change to a more "appropriate" style later. Whatever else may be said of styles, the first year basics are almost universal--punches, kicks, and stances show little variation at the beginner's level.The concept of hard/soft and external/internal martial arts is not one easily described. In terms of styles which most people are familiar with, Karate would be an example of a hard style and Aikido or T'ai Chi examples of soft styles. A hard style is generally considered one where force is used against force; a block is used to deflect an incoming strike by meeting either head on, or at a 90 degree angle. A soft style does not use force against force, but rather deflects the incoming blow away from its target. There are uses for both hard and soft techniques. A practitioner may wish to break the attacker's striking arm with the block. On the other hand, a much smaller opponent would not be able to accomplish this, so instead may wish to deflect the incoming attack.
An external style is one which relies primarily in strength and physical abilities to defeat an opponent. In contrast, an internal style is one that depends upon ch'i and timing rather than power. Aikido (at the master's level) would be an internal style, while most karate styles are external.
However, the concepts of hard/soft internal/external are finding fewer proponents among senior martial artists. Both conceptual twins are impossible to separate in reality, and masters will generally acknowledge that any distinction is largely only a matter of subjective interpretation. Arguments about the reality of the concepts are often waged by novices and philosophical dilettantes, ignorant of the inseparable nature of duality. They see yin and yang as elements that can exist independently, while philosophical and physical reasoning demonstrate that they cannot. Without their union (=Tao), neither can exist. Ergo, a "hard" technique such as a straight fist is guided by the soft power of mind and the internal component of ch'i. Equally, the softest projection of Aikido requires the "hard" element of physical contact and movement, coupled with actively redirecting the opponent. In short, preoccupation with distinguishing soft from hard is a distraction from learning martial arts and moving towards a unifying technique and mastery.
There are stykes that have both internal and external aspects , do a web search of lung ying, chow gar, bak mai, hung gar and pak hok in your area. Go to the class a greet the sifu respectefully and watch the class if you have any other questions dont hesitate to e mail me. Good luck
Plain and simple answer. I read alot of answers and the ones you should listen to are the ones that told you to sit in on the different schools and choose the one you feel comfortable with. I have no idea which person on here has ever been in a real street fight, but what goes on in the street is entirely different than the school. Most styles have been modified to be safe and fun and tournaments only and will not work on the streets. There are a lot of styles that claim are affective and even lay claim that law enforcement even trains in their style, but in reality it's crap.
I've been in many street fights and the only way the fight will be taken to the ground is if the person picks you up and body slams you or hits you hard enough to knock you down and afterwards they are trying to stomp you out or kick you. If you don't believe me there are a many websites you can goto that show illegal brawls and street fights (youtube for example) the only time a person goes to the ground is when they get the mess knocked out of them.
Mixed martial arts is cool because it's new, but in the streets nobody wants to be on the ground. Don't get me wrong I love jujitsu, and grappling, but in a fight on the street I have always used my standup fighting ability and joint and pressure point manipulation to end it quickly.
My style of fighting is street (anything goes) with a BKF Kenpo base, but I have buddies that train in other styles that are just as affective. www.southhillsbkf.com Hit me up if you choose.
Why are the equipment and rules differ so much from league to league?
I always tell people that if you have a friend that is currently training somewhere, go there. It is always nice to have a friend to workout with. If not, then find a school that is near your home or work and go there. It is also good to have a school that is convenient to get to.The style of Martial Art you choose is totally up to you, so choose what interests you. There is no single Art that anyone can honestly recommend to you. Most will obviously recommend their Art and hype it with words. The truth is ALL ARTS ARE BENEFICIAL and it is completely up to you to make whatever Art you choose a success for you.
The most important thing is get started and keep going. It will be tough at first, but it will get easier very quickly.
Have fun!
UFC question (if you watched tonight's fight)?
There are 2 broad catagories, grappling & striking. Here is a brief comparison:Striking: Tae Kwon Do. Karate, Shaolin boxing
Good: Can handle multiple attackers, can engage at long range, enables you to be pro active when necessary.
Not so good: Ground, hard to control an attacker without inflicting serious injury.
Grappling: Hapkido, Judo, etc.
Good: effective in close, good on the ground, can control an attacker without inflicting serious injury.
Not so Good: Not good at long range, you must wait for the attacker to make the 1st move. Not effective against multiple attackers.
The name of the style is far less important than the quality of the instruction. Visit schools in your area & find 1 that is right for you. Remember, it is the artist, not the art.
What other Martial Arts is a good combination with Krav Maga?
For 1 point, I'll say this. You don't need a martial art to fight. You need the desire to hurt someone else. Get a heavy bag and practice short punches using your legs. After about 6 months you should be able to knock some one out with a jab, hooks, cross, etc. Now imagine fighting your clone if your clone can hit like you. Find someone that can teach you to avoid getting beat up by your clone. You don't need a martial art to prove how tough you are, you need it for the muscle memory so that you can avoid some of the knuckle heads giving you thumping therapy.GSP will get back the UFC welterweight title belt?
i cqan only tell you about the ones in south australia which is where i livei have been and studied in a few schools of martial art here and i would say
judo,ju jitsu = self defence
karate,tae kwon do = fitness, fun, flexability
hap ki do = social, can be self defence but u gotta be uber at it
boxing = fitness self defence
thai boxing = same as boxing
mixed martial arts = combination of fitness, scial and self defence it depends on what u want from them as they are adaptive to your needs (would only recomend 2 from this state and that is zen do kai and kin bushi ryu the other ones seem like a bunch of posers)
What's the difference between a martial art and a combat system?
Hi thereBest thing is to see whats available in your area and check each one out in turn. Don't go on a style that someone says would be good for you. Its a personal thing in that you have to find out for yourself.
Most clubs will give you your first class for free so you will be able to see which one you like and it wont cost you a penny!
Some arts are easy to pick up. others may take you a couple of years until you feel confident in what you are doing.
Its just like buying a new pair of shoes. better to try em on before you pay for them. ;)
Regards
idai
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