Martial Arts Help?

Question

Im thinking of doing a martial arts....I was thinking kung fu but there are so many different kinds...or maybe judo but thats more of grappling?

Whats a versatile martial arts? that uses everything and not just kicking like taekwondo mostly does

Answer 1

freestyle karate.or any karate and cross train in ground/grappling.i would suggest though that you do karate and crosstrain in muay thai and then do ground/grappling down the track a bit.

Answer 2

Martial arts ans sport are 2 totally different concept. They by no means are equal. The 2 look different and are practiced different. Unfortunately many today do not know the difference. Many are being taught a sport and never learn the art. Therefore people with no knowledge of the arts see a weak version of a true art and gauge everyone according to their knowledge of martial arts and they don' have any knowledge. I love how pugspaw, sensei scandal, stillcrazy put it. I have nothing against those that play games. That is great for them. However, I am interested in having the knowledge and ability of self defense. I'm interested in budo. I do not even want to use the term martial with sport. The 2 does not go together. One is a game. The other is war. There is nothing better than when attacked knowing how to position yourself in a manner that the attacker can't do anything, but is exposed to everything that will stop the threat immediately. When I was a child I played tag. I don't play that childish game anymore. We used to trade punches in grade school. I don't trade punches anymore. If I hit you I mean to stop you. I do not look for a referee to say you tapped out. I'll know you are out when the lights go out and you go limp. I'll know that you surrender when I hear or feel the joint snap. I'll know you can't use that limb right now to attempt to harm me or my family.

Answer 3

I take tang soo do...which is considered traditonal tae kwon do. Always peep out the classes first.... If you can find a "traditional tae kwon do" course....you are almost learnign the same thing i learn.

Tae kwon do is normaly competative.....and that can have its benefits too....same time...its downfalls.

In earlier ranks...you wont get a complete well rounded style ....in any style. If you can find an MMA school.....its non traditional by anymeans, but will teach you a little bit of everything.

I perosnally like tang soo do because its primarily striking....offense and defense which i like. Teaches some grappling. Actaully.....being in a striking art.....my strongest technique is a grapple.

Also they focus on staff as a weapon.... They teach others....but a staff is everything from a tree branch to a broom stick or a pool cue........its a very everyday weapon.

What made my classes really good was that oen of my instructors that is a master now.......had a lto of street fighting experience.. He could transfer what we learn in class to a street fighting perspective.... Normally thereare no hook or uppercuts in a martial art......he made us do those in sparring.

Answer 4

Sorry but someone has been telling you wrong about Tae Kwon Do.......It is the most versatile (my opinion) of all the martial arts, it was formed from various techniques of the major styles (Judo, Karate, Kung Fu, Kempo, Akido...just to name a few). The Tae Kwon Do I learned, there was not all that much kicking, mostly hand strikes, blocking, many differ wrist and arm bars......much about keeping your opponent off balance and/or disabling them. I submit to you that if someone has given you this info on TKD......you need to speak with someone else.

Answer 5

I have been a martial artist for 9 years. I have 16 world championship titles and I absolutely love martial arts!!!!! It balances your mind body and soul and teaches you life skills you can use forever. I take karate. Shorinji ryu to be exact. It uses feet and hands as well as almost every other part of you. It is great fitness as well as mental stimulation. Also....you get to work with weapons. Sparring, katas and weapons! Perfect blend! Tons of fun! Good luck!

Answer 6

kung fu covers a broad spectrum of physical combat from grappling to arm locks weapon's training hand to hand combat pressure point manipulation, and depending on which school you go to they will teach a style adapted for fighting in the ring

Answer 7

Hello,
I rank in TKD, Kung Fu and a number of arts. You want something that you can use in real life situations, keep in shape and keep you learning for the rest of your life without getting bored. Try Ryu Kyu Kempo or Torite Jutsu. Go to www.dillman.com and look for an affiliated school in your area. If none go to www.dragonsociety.com and look for one of their affiliated schools. They teach Real Karate including Kyusho, Tuite, Pressure Point knockouts. It changed the way I have done martial arts for the rest of my life. Do Dillman first.
I hope this helps.
Char Donn

Answer 8

I have taken West Mountain Style (Japanese) Ju jutsu for several years, and found that it is a good style for both external protection, and internal philosophy. It combines Striking, Grappling, groundfighting, and in some schools, weapons.

Answer 9

Jeet Kune Do, if and only if you find a good instructor. Krav Maga, and probably my favorite pick straight up MMA(mixed martial arts) from a reputable school with proven fighters.

Answer 10

I did Muay Thai for awhile, and that incorporates different elements. Capoeira is also a fun one, as it uses both martial arts and gymnastics.