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Why do you want to study a martial art?
- Health Benefits
- Compete in Sports
- Self-Defense
- Job Requirements
- Want to Improve My Life
- Want My Kids to Learn Discipline
All are valid reasons to study a martial art.
Your motivation is going to be a big factor in which art is right for you.
When looking for Martial Arts training:
- Determine what martial arts classes are available in your area.
- Visit each of them - no matter what they teach - and watch or, if allowed, participate in a few classes (many schools/instructors offer one or more free introductory classes or charge a small fee with no other commitment).
When you visit have a completely open mind and consider for the following:
- Do you like the instructor and other students?
- Do you like the material presented - does it suit your personality, attitude, motivations, etc.?
- Do you like the instructor's teach methods - are they compatible with the way you learn?
If you answer any of the above questions with a "no" then that's not the school/class for you - no matter what they teach. The art/system is far less important than whether or not you enjoy the training. No matter how good the material is, how well it suits you, or how good the instructor is, if you don't enjoy the training then you probably won't stick with it for very long.
The next consideration, assuming you answered "yes" to the above questions is the distance to the class. This is a very subjective and personal aspect to the decision and it has to do with how much you think you'll enjoy the training. The more you enjoy the training, the more willing you'll be to drive a longer distance. If the distance outweighs the enjoyment you get from the training then, again, you probably won't stick with it very long.
Every martial art has something to offer. There is no best martial art. There is only what is best for you. That's why it's so important to check all your options and go with the one that appeals to you most. What is best for you may or may not be good for someone else. By the same token, when someone tells you, "This is the BEST! You've got to check it out!" You've got to bear in mind that it may not be the "best" for you. Certainly, go check it out but do so with an open mind.
Also you have to think about your strong and weak points. Different styles are for different people. Think what suits yourself.
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Which country is the best place to study martial arts?
It will depend upon what martial art you wish to study. In most cases, the best place to study a martial art is the country where it originated. Karate would be Okinawa, Kung Fu -> China, Tae Kwon Do -> Korea,
What is the quickest martial art to get a black belt?
The study of any martial art is not 'quick.' It requires study and hard work. Most schools and systems require a minimum of three years.
What did ancient Chinese study?
Astronomy. art, writing, martial arts, aesthetics.
How can you get a scholarship to study a martial art in China?
you can find it on the web of ministry of education china.
French karate people?
People all over the world study the martial arts. "Savate" in fact is a french boxing martial art.
What martial art style did actor Cuba Gooding Jr study?
Cuba studied some form of Japanese martial arts directly after high school.
What subject do you need to take to become a martial arts master?
You need to pick a martial art and study it for many years. A true master will study for 30 to 40 years before being considered a master.
Are there any martial arts that are weaponized?
Yes, many martial arts include the use of weapons.Many people have a misconception as to what a martial art is. Most have the idea that martial art means only the weaponless arts that originated in Asia. This is too limited a definition.A martial art is the study of the art of fighting. It includes all skills that are of value in combat. Archery, sword fighting, shooting, running, equestrian, swimming and dozens of others are considered martial arts, as they can be, and many were and some still are, used in combat.
How can you convince your mom to join martial arts?
You will have to help her understand the benefits of the study of martial arts. There is also a cost factor involved that will have to be fully understood. You are going to have to demonstrate that you are going to stick to the study of a martial art, a few months is no good, it take several years.
How long did Bruce Lee Study Martial arts in Burma?
I have never seen any indication that Bruce Lee ever visited or studied a martial art in Burma.
What is the best martial art for a black man?
All Martial Arts are Good for Everyone. It ain't matter if you're Black or White. Study Kickboxing or Capoira or Taekwondo.
What was that martial arts tv show?
There have been many martial arts shows. Human Weapon was one that would visit a country and study the native martial art. When the visited Okinawa they studied with some of my teachers.
