which is the most impressive martial art for girls in early twenties???

Question

ie for the purpose of fitness and mental stability, not so much as attack

Answer 1

Pilates.

Answer 2

A martial art by definition has to do with fighting and defending as well as mental focus and physical fitness. Any discipline is only as good as its instructor. So, choose your teacher very carefully.

I have studied Kung Fu for 6 + years so I am inclined to recommend it as a martial art well suited for a woman regardless of her age. Simultaneously, I study Tai Chi which is also a martial art. The seemingly gentle, soft and flowing movements are strikes, deflections and take downs. Both of these arts require a person to learn to focus mentally and learn to use their entire body.

You already have a very specific idea of what you want and what you are hoping to accomplish. Visit the martial arts schools in your area. Many schools offer free introductory classes. 'Test drive' any that interest you. Observe the instructors. Look to see how many have a number of women in their schools and if any of them have women instructors. Talk to the students as well as the instructors until you have a clear idea of how the school works. Then you will find what works for you.

Good luck, I would be interested to know what you find.

Answer 3

As a woman who's into martial arts I would recommend this:

Taekwondo is a good base for everything else HOWEVER, I warn you that there is a very large organization (Taekwondo based) who has taken the art and turned into a sport/money making scheme. Watch yourself or you will find yourself literally THOUSANDS of dollars poorer and walk away knowing 1/2 of what everyone else in martial arts knows. Go for less glamor and high quality knowledge instead....I wish I had!

Tai chi is wonderful and very spiritual. Very good for the body and not quite so male dominated.

Good luck in your search! Don't be surprised if you find yourself completely addicted to which ever art you choose. It happens to us all!

Answer 4

look into T'ai Chi Ch'uan. From what I understand, it's the competitive form of T'ai Chi. T'ai Chi is know for it's mediation purposes. It's the style Jet Li practices. Also the style used in "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." I particuarly like the sword movements.

Answer 5

I would say Yoga since most girls seem to be into that these days but since Yoga isn't a martial art... I'd go with Taekwondo or Kickboxing. Maybe Tai'Chi as well.

Answer 6

You might be interested in Tai Chi. It concentrates more on balance, both physically and mentally, not necessarily self-defense or combat. The stretches and moves are slow and well thought-out, but they really work your body. After my first day, I definitely felt it in the morning! It really clears your head and your body. Good luck!

Answer 7

Muay Thai, boxing, or grappling arts.

Why? Look at girls who do those arts, how many of them doesn't look great? They usually are in very good shape, have class, and can kick as.s.

You may want to look up Debi Purcelli, Erin Toughill, Erica Montoya, or jessica rakoczy. Those girls are beautiful, strong, and in very good shape. They also can fight very well.

Answer 8

well if you want fitness and mental stability definitely go for a soft art like tai chi, aikido, judo

Answer 9

You should really consider capoeira. I've done it for six years and some of the most beautiful instances have been when women play. It combines so many different things that I think you'll really like it.

Answer 10

See if you can find a Shorinji Kempo class. It is a purely defensive martial art, but also includes philosophy and shiatsu massage. Nice!