im13 which is the best martial art to take?

Answer 1

. . . definitely shih-tsu without a pooper-scooper . . .

Answer 2

NOT Taekwando. It's too flutter, unbalanced, as it is 70% lets, 30% arms. No matter how good you are, you will be defeated in any tournament, because all your opponent has to do is move in close, and he or she can score off of you like crazy. The forms are pretty, but they are mostly showy. I'd rather take up an Okinowan form, which is more self defense, more practical, and will teach you how to street fight, as well as win in tournaments. Of course, Aikido which is a Japanese style is excellent and focuses primarily on "joint locks" and bone breaking to make is strenght. However, I recommend you do your research. The best Martial Art will teach you to avoid the confrontation, get in, defend yourself and get out as soon as possible.

Answer 3

I agree with the answer saying that you have to be interested in it.

But i also want to share a few opinion.

I did karate and taekwondo.

If you are a female, it is better to go for karate as it more focus on upper body (hands). Generally woman do not wear trouses so kicking can be quite difficult.

Taekwondo can be very offensive if you have quite huge are or space (to move your legs) for karate...it is quite good for close combat (inside an elevator/lift) or when people stand very close to you.

For both martial art, dont be fooled by the wood chopping or everything u see in karate kid, I think all martial arts emphasise on dicipline.

But if you are good with your leg movement (i'm not)...u can go for taekwondo...it is very lethal...and u need hell lot of stamina (which i dont)......

I want to learn wushu or kung fu.....really impressed by the move in the movei Dragon Tiger Gate (Long Fu Men, x know the spelling).


but the best advice is, protect yourself, dont try to be a hero.....

Answer 4

The best martial art to take is the one that will satisfy all your goals you expect to receive at a school that makes you feel comfortable.

As an example, I'm of Southern Chinese descent and for cultural purposes, I wanted to learn a Southern Chinese Martial Art or Kung Fu. I also wanted to learn the Lion Dance so I went to various schools around the area and spoke to a few teacher/students to get a feel for the school and classmates.

I finally chose my school because my mates are supercool and my Sifu (teacher) is kickass! He also emphasizes the traditional way of learning kung fu and not for quick/fast results. He expects us to do a lot of homework as well. I'm close to 40 years old so my wants/needs are different from yours.

There's no perfect martial art. It boils down to your needs and how that martial art fulfills them.

Answer 5

There Is not one Martial Art that is better than another to learn, Because the core group of Martial Arts were based from the original Martial Art and evolved from there (why does no one GET the answer to this?!? it's a simple answer.)

you should know this already my friend seeing as how your school employs more than one Martial Art (Aikido, Jujitsu, Wing Chun. etc.)

Answer 6

The best martial art to take is the one YOU are interesetd in. If you aren't interested, it doesn't matter how wonderful someone else thinks their style is, because you won't stick with it and you won't enjoy training in it.

It has nothing to do with "best" as there are strengths and weaknesses in EVERY martial art without exception. The individual artist is what matters, not their art. The better fighter always wins in a fight.

Answer 7

Don't listen to all these people that are just saying their martial art is the best because thats all they know. Grab your parents and go check out all the clubs in your area. Watch some classes and talk to some instructors. Find something that really interests you and then go for it.
Have Fun!

Answer 8

the guy above me is correct. best martial arts for you to start in is any gym that realy train hard. They should have punching bag, pads, live spar/grappling.

Muay Thai, boxing, brazilian jiu jitsu, judo, sambo, kyokushin/seido karate, and other similar style.

However my bet is you will take up Tae Kwon Do and become a fagg0t pouncing fairy that 90% of TKDist are instead of become someone who can actually fight.

Answer 9

Ahhhhhhh a sshopper you are at the exact age to take up jerk-it-su. It is a masturbatory martial art I have mastered myself. It is lethal, particularly when used against female opposition. Use this knowledge wisely young a sshopper. Within just one years training you will be able to shoot with tremendous force and accuracy striking opponents from five metres or more, blinding them. Please contact your local Jerkitsu master. We are an elusive bunch so you must be prudent in seeking a master. You never know, you may be related to a master yourself. My own master who trained me was the world reknowned and highly respected Master Bates.

Good luck young master to be.

Answer 10

Considering your name I think you have already made up your mind.

I would say to anyone taking up any martial art, it is the attitude and teachings of the club that make the real difference.

Answer 11

Depends on your age, size and physical limitations.
For total fitness and flexibiity, Xiaolin Chuan - but you have to be very young to start (between 5 and 10).
If you are over 25, I would suggest Taijiquan or Aikido.
If you are big, heavy and strong Judo.
if you want to use knives, try Indonesian Silat.
If you are looking to toughen your body to withstand physical punishment, I woudl recommend Muay Thai with Hard Qigong.