2006-10-14 22:52:34 · 12 answers · asked by Jeremy N 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Other - Arts & Humanities
the korean martial art taekwondo is an excellant defensive style and also dangerous for the oppenent.
2006-10-14 22:55:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you start with tai chi and then move on to somethng like tae kwan do.
The tai chi will train and strengthen the muscles you need for any martial art. It will give you the smoothness and control you will need. And don't let the slowness of it fool you. It takes more strength and coordination. It is martial art practiced in slow motion and such would be my first choice for a beginner--
then go on to whichever branch you like best--Karate (arm strength) (Kung Fu- a lot of leg work) Tae Kwan Do (a kind of all rounder).
2006-10-15 06:00:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of people are taking up Jiu Jitsu these days. With the exception of Mixed Martial Arts [Combination of Boxing, Muay Thai, and Jiu Jitsu] I have not seen one single martial art beat Jiu Jitsu.
I've seen videos of a Karate and Kung Fu expert go against practitioners in Jiu Jitsu and they get their butt handed to them.
If you take up Boxing and Muay Thai, too, you won't be messed with.
2006-10-15 05:59:24 · answer #3 · answered by Bub 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your reasons for learning and your personality and beliefs will help you pick the best one for you,there are more offensive and defensive style arts out ther shop around,after you do a little homework first!
2006-10-15 05:57:30 · answer #4 · answered by veryslickmick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-15 06:02:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aikido or Kenpo. They are both self-defense oriented, but very different. I have a friend who got a black belt in Shodokan Karate and ended up screwing up her back and hips after years of practice. If you are younger, I'd suggest Kenpo. If older, Aikido.
2006-10-15 07:38:08 · answer #6 · answered by galacticsleigh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I propose u if u r a starter to do some karate or kickboxing as these to are not so ruff and u get the basics a lot easier:)
2006-10-15 05:58:11 · answer #7 · answered by ravennecromancer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
JKA is a strong style and available all over the world. Also depends whether you want to do stand up fighting or more grappling...
2006-10-15 05:56:56 · answer #8 · answered by Jaylaw 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i recomend u with kuokoshinkai karate,or second choice jiu jitsu,both great styles,both build body strength and sharpen mental awareness and precption.
2006-10-15 07:03:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on why you want to learn one. ti chi is for those searching a more spitual conection. ti kwondo and karati are nfor those intending to aggressive defend or attack.
2006-10-15 06:12:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋