what do you think is the best form in martial arts?

Question

after a study on discovery channel, it was discovered the ninjitsu was the best.

there was a series of tests done performed by reps from each form and ninjitsu was most successful. i've studied tae kwon do, muay thai, wushu, tricking, kung fu, and aikido so i have no idea if i should believee that though it was scientifically proven

first of all....lemme get something straight.....when i ask what do you think is the best form, i know it is impossible to say what really is. what i mean is- which do you enjoy the most.? ....just answerin that "dumb phuck"

and this study was done on the discovery channel like i mentioned earlier. if you have any questions on the study, watch the program or visit discovery online

Answer 1

This will be the last time I even look at this type of question again.

I'm curious as to what criteria that study was based, but I think moreso that you need to re-check your facts.

Asking this question is like asking which religion is best. One may be good for somebody, but not necessarily for somebody else.

Answer 2

I am afraid I agree with some of the others when someone asks what style is best. The best style is the one that works for you. People have asked me what they should take and every time I will tell them go personally to the different schools you are interested in and watch a class. Do you like what they are doing? Does the instructor seem knowledgeable? Does the basic art suit what you are looking for?

People worry too much about which is best that they give up on it and never start because they want the "right " one. You can always leave and go to another school if it doesn't work for you.

Look to the instructor of a school for guidence because his / her viewpoint and philosophys will be driving the school and your teaching.

I have been in Kuk Sool Won for 13 years and like it very much. It suits me and my philosophy of self defense. If you have any questions about this style, I would be happy to answer them.
Good luck!

Answer 3

I think whatever form of martial arts you choose is the best. There was obviously something that attracted you to the Ninjitsu and maybe that is the best for you. I trained in Tae Kwon Do for 8 years and loved it. I earned my 2nd Dan black belt. It's very physical and intense. Any form is great. Do what looks interesting to you. Call the gym and see if they offer a trial membership. That way you try it out before you join.

Answer 4

Who was involved in the study? How many people were asked? What area of the world was involved? (different cultures will give different answers) What body type were the people that were asked? (different body types will have different arts that suit them)

I don't put any faith in studies that claim they found the "best" martial art. There are too many factors to consider. What art works best for my body type may be different than the next person's, or the next and so on.

Answer 5

If you are referring to Kata (forms), mine is 'Naihanchi' (I practise wado-ryu karate.

"Every technique (in Naihanchi) has its own purpose. I personally favour Naihanchi. It is not interesting to the eye, but it is extremely difficult to use. Naihanchi increases in difficulty with more time spent practicing it, however, there is something "deep" about it. It is fundamental to any move that requires reaction. Some people may call me foolish for my belief. However, I prefer this kata over all else and hence incorporate it into my movement." (Hironori Otsuka)

Answer 6

Pai Mei's 5 finger exploding heart technique.

Answer 7

The "best" form is the one you'll do and (with luck) get good at. There is no best style, per se.

Ignore whatever you saw on the Discovery Channel, if they actually said any particular style was best without qualifying what it was best at or for.

Answer 8

I'm partial to Goshin Budo Ju Jutsu - they incorporate everything useful into it. The Grand Master, Shoto Tenemura, is the president of ALL martial arts in Asia, and on the board in the eastern hemisphere. I'm a 5th Kyu.

I have a friend who is very in to Kung Fu, I considered training with him, but life got in the way.

Answer 9

Sling Ching Pow.... thats the best form of self defense.... learn to use a weapon..... and see how many martial artists can stop a bullet with their teeth.

Answer 10

depends on your body type, conditioning, dedication and what you want to do with it... I have heard Kung Fu is good if youre strong and reasonably big, Shotokan Karate if youre small and agile, Tai Chi for mellowing out, Aikido for ladies... hmmm, there are too many...gl

ps- casually studying ninjitsu will NOT make you a ninja