what would be a good martial are for ........?

Question

......a guy that is 6' 2'' a bit muscled but slower than a lead toad, what would be some good martial arts (like fist and weapon) that would fit that and make the transtition (from being slow, to fast) eaiser

Answer 1

The thing is that there isn't ANY specific Martial Art that is "good" or "best for anyone. leastways a "good fit", it's more to do with what interests you most and what you want to get out of the discipline you plan to study

as you train (and work to perfect your techniques), you'll pick up a little bit of agility, speed and power; because these atributes are merely products of good training, but you really you have to work at it as it's not something that is "given" to you simply because of the name of the discipline.

which also doesn't mean whatever discipline that someone just blurts out because they're biased to a particular discipline (because it just happened to become their favorite discipline because it worked for them doesn't mean it's gonna work for you).

You have to look around you for schools that're close (within a 15 minute drive) no matter what the discipline name or nationality, and find two or three disciplines that interest you the most and take a few trial lessons (up to a week's worth if possible) to see how well you like the class.

the main problem you should worry about is just being cautious about school's that're a "McDojo's" or "belt factory" 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 which should be extremely RARE unless the child started their training at 4 yrs old), and often boast about students making their black belts in about a year’s time (which it should be more like up to 5 years) which often means that they have a high student turnout rate which is a red flag meaning that you won't really learn all that much but basically be given a belt every few months.

They'll also try to get you to commit to a contract, usually one that's 6 months long or more or try to get you to pay a large sum down for that kind of time period. 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.

long story short a McDojo's or "belt factory" 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 2

how fast is your mind? are you twitchy and quick to notice things?
you see, the problem might be that you just have crap reflexes, to any stimuli, so you will need a large amount of training to have any chance of fixing that. it will give you situational experience for reaction, but the mind is the place all winning comes from. if you are a slow thinker, the problem is there, not your nerve/muscle relationship. the alternative problem could be your confidence. if that is shot, it will affect your motion in reaction and action.

I suggest go to Muay Thai. not too hard to learn, and you can improve your muscle speed through solid bag work. good sparring opportunities, which is a must. your confidence will improve in as little as 6 months with MT, and it wont be false hope told to you by instructors, but by your own mind.

truly though, hand eye co-ordination can make or break you. natural fighters have quick response times with anything they do. with training and time, you may at least get to a level sufficient to hold your own.

Answer 3

I hate to say this to you their is NO one style better than the other when it comes down to it you need to find the right school and teacher that fits your needs, wether it be Karate, Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, or what ever stlye.

THe teacher makes the style learnable or not and many styles get bad reps due to bad teachers

check their credentials, try a few classes out and see if it is for you.

I know in my training in shotokan (I hold rank in Kenpo, Shotokan, Shotokai and Tae Kwon Do ) we had to practice punching candles out with wrist waits on and no tops or tshirts for woman.

Look around you will find a traiing place that fits you best by trying them out. Dont fall for promises and the site of trophies.

Answer 4

I suggest that you concentrate on concealed strike techniques.

These are often very dangerous and can cause serious injury to your opponent. But if you are slow and strong they will help you.

It will require you to initiate and finish the fight before your opponent even knows what happened.

For those who don't understand. This is the time spent arguing and pushing before a brawl. Learn to cut to the chase and deliver devistating blows that are unexpected.

Quite honestly, all of you should know these and the signs that you are about to receive one.

Answer 5

Al Martin's Shorin Ryu Karate?

Answer 6

If you are slow, try Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, it's more about planning, agility and strength..

If you want to get faster, find a Jeet Kune Do School!!

Answer 7

Hung Gar. I would strongly recommend anything with Chin Na/Mantis and Tiger as well. You'll develop strong bases and quick attacks.

Answer 8

My best suggestion is join TKD, you'll have a great advantage with your long legs.