Looking for a good style of martial arts for a 10 year old boy to study.?

Answer 1

It really doesn't matter which style anyone recommends, because, ultimately, whatever style that engages and holds this boy's attention is going to be the best style for him to study. I personally enjoyed Muy Thai Kickboxing because that was not only a way of learning a martial art, but also a fantastic workout. What you need to consider before making your decision is the child's commitment level, your commitment level (making sure that the child gets to training at least 2 times a week, but at least 3 would be better), and the financial cost of the training. All of this being said, the martial arts are a great way for a child to learn discipline and commitment. Good luck with whatever choice you do end up making.

Answer 2

You just need to find a Martial Arts School that will provide a safe environment for him. The discipline he studies DOESN'T MATTER because there is NO discipline that is better than another.

What matters is that he feels comfortable (and likes the classes) in the classes and you feel comfortable that the instructor can properly teach him self defense and not have the "smoke and mirrors" aspect. and that the instructor likes to do it more for the teaching aspect rather than the "making money" which it is a business to make money but it should not be the only reason for teaching the discipline.

ask him about 3 local schools (up to 15 minutes away) that he'd be interested in taking some trial classes (usually a week's worth and if they offer them without a contract or expectation to join), and then narrow it down to the one he liked the most or showed the most interest in, and then enroll him in that school.

just be cautious about school's that're a "McDojo's" type of school.

these kinda schools usually do a lot of boasting about their accolades (like having several "young black belts" that're usually 9 or 10 yrs old), and often boast about students making their black belts in about a year’s time (which it should be up to 5 years or better) which often means that they have a high student turnout rate.

They'll also often try to get you to commit to a contract, usually one that's 6 months long or more. which is a BIG red flag

These schools will also brag about how many tournaments their students have entered in and placed or won a trophy or awards. While Tournaments are good to go to, but they are the LEAST necessary aspect to concern yourself with.

In short a McDojo's type of school will basically "give" you your belt ranks as long as you are paying the outrageous fees per month, and you won't really learn self defense.

Answer 3

Keep him versatile. Try Mixed Martial Arts, combining all the arts is best because you're not limited to a certain style. If this isn't possible, here's a list of the top 3.

1. Muay Thai Kickboxing
2. Brazilian JuJitsu
3. Wrestling

Look these styles up. Touching base in each of these will give him the ability to defend himself if he's attacked while standing, kneeling, or while he's on the ground already.

Answer 4

First off do study up on what arts your child may be interested in. Make sure it is not too demanding on the body like Muai Tai. He is still young. He may like the regimented styles of Karate but do look out for the mcdojo-san senseis that want to take large sums of money in turn for your sons guarentee of belt promotion. Also as mentioned longterm contracts are a sure sign of greedy sensei-san. Find a school that is fun for the child, but also teaches practical martial arts ideals, about respect, and disipline. Watch, and be involved as much as can too, this will help your child feel like part of something that has your approval, you are his role model. This will not only build your relationship, but ensure that you know how your child is progressing.

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Answer 5

Chinese Kenpo is the way to start. Don't invest in a wasteful art such as taekwando. It's useless. It's pretty, but won't help you defend yourself.


Okinawan Karate isn't bad. It's easy on the body, hardly no impact. Which might be advised. You could try Judo if he likes to wrestle, but it's pretty much useless too in a real world situation.

He's a little young for Jiu Jitusu, but it's the best discipline.

Answer 6

you TKD nutriders are idiots. stop being blind to only your art. I would recommend a child learn TKD ONLY for the basics, but then change styles by the age of 12 before they believe it is more than just the basics, and too many TKD people believe it is all about belts and it is complete, well it is not complete. it does not teach elbows, knees, knee kicking etc, so it fails in its position of claiming to be a complete art. period. I accept that many arts are good, not just my own, but I cannot fathom why you believe only TKD is all you need. cosmic joke?

yupchagee, though I know you are a TKD instructor, your answer is perfect. it is not bias, but honest. thumbs up.

I have a history of Kempo, Muay Thai and Close Quarter Combat RBSD, but I dont only praise these or push these to the point of self blinding narcissism. everyone has a personal need, these fill my need. but I am still open to other views, as long as they adapt and grow. traditional arts can be limited through the old teachings, without new growth. there is more to fighting than punching and kicking.

to the questioner, I would find local clubs of any kind and see what they offer young students. talk to other parents there. what does your child want from martial arts? to compete, to be good at self defense? and what are your goals for him?

I dont recommend tae kwon do past 12, as it is lacking many things that make other arts acceptable (to me at least) and is full of self loving dogma, that avoids reality. almost cult like in its delusion of superiority.

I wouldnt pretend that Aikido is great. it is good for the sake of Aikido, but not reality. those stories about its founder have been exaggerated like the life of Jesus. he got so good he could manipulate people without touching them... sounds like yoda to me.

Muay Thai is great, but could be a little too hard out for a young boy. my preference here would be in his mid teens for this. though I am teaching my 12 yr old this now. as long as the gym is respectful and not ego fueled any age would be ok.

BJJ (brazilian JuJutsu) would be great for him at this age, as it incorporates joint locks and grappling. if he gets a firm base in this, when he is a little older you can put him in a striking art like muay thai or karate.

Answer 7

a lot of human beings have suggested diverse classic martial arts, and for good causes. they are going to coach discipline and self protection, and typically will grant a calming previous time for the youngster. yet not each and every person do properly interior the strict environment of a accepted martial arts type. some opt for a more advantageous comfortable pastime this is why i advise wrestling. i comprehend that folk do not oftentimes imagine of wrestling even as they imagine of martial arts, although that is a martial artwork. that is a gadget of ideas designed for use to regulate and take down an opponent. this is effectiveness has been shown with techniques from many effectual UFC combatants that all started out as wrestlers. the reason i advise this is because of ways properly it has worked out for me. It kept me in large structure and presented me with a calming and secure previous time even as i replaced into in college. My coaches were also large position fashions for me even as i replaced into remodeling into up, and the pals I made on the crew were the style of youngsters a determine ought to opt for his or her toddler to encompass themselves with. i have extensively utilized wrestling to protect myself on the line. I were attacked and replaced into able to %. up and throw my attacker comfortably because of my wrestling journey. And now that I spar in a mixed martial arts environment I have a distinct side on my fighters. I have not some thing hostile to the classic martial arts, yet when your toddler is like i replaced into at his age he ought to take to wrestling more advantageous suited.

Answer 8

There are many good styles. What is most important is to find a good school that has high standards, teaches respect & control & where your son feels comfortable.

Answer 9

i started about the same age

i have tried about all there is to try and i found one to be the best and that is kung fu

kung fu is a mix and i will tell you, this is the way to go

as bruce lee said "karate is a chop kung fu is a steel chain with steel ball on the end chop and jet li studied modern wushu

Answer 10

He's 10 yrs old. It doesn't matter if he's able to learn defensive skills. If you're just looking for a good workout then taekwondo is fine. You can choose okinawan karate too if you'd like, i'm just saying he doesn't need to be a fighting machine.