I preferably like to kick and if i can strike then grappling...I would like to learn how to strike effieciently, but mainly set kicking as my prefered motion of action. I don't know what martial arts to take, though tae kwon do or kung fu sounds promising for now.... help
2007-03-13 05:01:51 · 12 answers · asked by Louie E 1 in Sports ➔ Martial Arts
Muay Thai Kickboxing is an extremely effective style that focuses on exactly what you are seeking.
2007-03-14 04:15:22 · answer #1 · answered by cook c 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tae kwon do specializes exactly in what you are looking for, good kicking and rapid striking. Kung fu is also good, and they focus alot of jumping kicks. I'd suggest you try TKD, but make sure it's not a mcdojo.
Also, if you want to learn devastating strikes check out muay thai, it combines both the west boxing with very powerful kicks, knees and elbows.
If there's a good karate dojo around, give them a chance as well.
One hint on how to spot a mcdojo is the amound of black belts it has and their ages, if you see many young black belts get out of there fast.
2007-03-13 16:04:41 · answer #2 · answered by Frank the tank 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want fancy kicks that effective only if you've mastered them, go with some sort of Korean martial art. If you want kicks that are simple AND effective, I'd go with either some form of Kung-fu or Okinawan karate. Concerning rapid and efficient strikes, Kenpo (Kempo) is the way to go.
2007-03-14 12:01:12 · answer #3 · answered by Evan S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kung fu is not a martial art, but rather a class of martial arts, most of which originated in China or places the Chinese once occupied. That being said, Shaolin Long Fist would be a good choice. It focuses on powerful leg strikes and quick punches. It is effective against multiple opponents and is excellent for maintaining distance between you and your adversary.
2007-03-13 13:56:25 · answer #4 · answered by seattlefan74 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Why for gods sake would you want to learn that?? You already know how to kick, so take boxing to learn how to strike. If you were to take a kicking stance in a fight with me I would sigh in relief knowing I could block it or pass it and then take you down and pound you to oblivion. ALL fights wind up on the ground so learn some grounded fighting. Kicking is a waste of time we ALL know how to kick. Watch some old UFC videos, and see what all these kickers are doing. Guess what, they are not kicking that much.
2007-03-13 23:15:04 · answer #5 · answered by Scott 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tae kwon do, karate, tang soo do, certain styles of kung fu, jeet kune do is reputed to be pretty well-rounded.
You should visit as many of these schools as possible, watch the classes in action, and then decide which one appeals to you.
Avoid classes that are reluctant to let you watch. What are they hiding?
Good luck.
2007-03-14 07:19:46 · answer #6 · answered by Mushin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tae Kwon Do, it's twin brother Tang Soo Do & Northern Shaolin styles all emphasizes kicking. Just make sure you find a food school.
2007-03-13 17:16:09 · answer #7 · answered by yupchagee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hapkido is very similar to Tae Kwon Do, uses kicks more than most martial arts, but also leads into joint locks and throws. Kempo might not be bad either and schools are easier to find. Kempo uses kicks and strikes, emphasis on combos.
2007-03-13 12:12:48 · answer #8 · answered by RichardFitzentite 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Moo Duk Kwan
2007-03-13 12:18:29 · answer #9 · answered by FunkyMcNasty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tae kwon do, its popular meaning easier to find instructors, and involves fast kicking/striking combos
2007-03-13 15:18:03 · answer #10 · answered by Whitaker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋