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That depends upon the definitions. For the majority of the world, all Martial Arts are lumped together.

Some of them are trained as sports. Most of the Modern or Mixed Martial Arts (MMA's) are practiced as sports. The martial arts in the Olympics, Judo and Tae Kwon Do are sports with rules and limitations.

The traditional practitioners continue to teach and learn the martial arts as a way of life and a way of combat.

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Of course it is a martial art. In fact, according to archaeological evidence Wrestling is the oldest martial arts in existence. Ancient religious literature from cultures all around the world usually mention wrestling of some sort. For instance, the Hebrew Bible (a.k.a. The Old Testament) mentions the third Jewish patriarch Jacob wrestling an angel (Gen. 32:22-31).

Some people define a "martial art" as anything to do with physical combat or fighting, while others limit the definition to a system of refined fighting skills (usually covering techniques and tactics that can be effective in striking, throwing and grappling), with a blend of philosophy, spiritual enlightenment, and a warrior's code of moral and ethical conduct.

There are many fighting systems, but the original concept of a "Martial Art" was pertaining to balance between deadly skills, and ethics that form a way of life for the trained warrior to appreciate the value of life, the art of living in peace and harmony, and seeking an enlightened path. By this definition, wrestling itself is not a Martial Art, but many of the skills contained in wrestling are prevalent in most Martial Art unarmed combat curricula.

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I believe not.

Most people, even fighters, don't think of boxing as a martial art. Boxing is a western sport and has no place in practical martial arts discussion because there is no carry over into a combat or self defense situation, or so most people believe.

Nothing could be further from the truth when discussing the practical value of boxing. The sport is a simple one for beginners to learn; yet the complexities make perfection nearly impossible to attain. It can take a lifetime to master the sweet science.

From the very start, a novice boxer is taught to fight. He will learn to throw crisp jabs and straight right hands (assuming an orthodox fighter). The fundamentals will be stressed and practiced repeatedly until they become second nature. It is during this early learning period that fighters are instructed in a proper stance, covering up, footwork and throwing punches without telegraphing them. New fighters will quickly move to hitting the punch mitts, heavy bag and double end bag while practicing their punches. This training reinforces the need for balance, coordination, control and accuracy.

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That depends. A martial art in the strict sense is a fighting art, not a performing art. And martial arts performed in fighting competition are not a performing art either: they are a sport. But when when martial-art drills are performed as a display (e.g. forms performed in ceremonies and parades) that is a performing art, and when choreographed "fights" are staged as part of a dramatic performance (e.g. for films or in Chinese Opera), that is a performing art too, especially when showy acrobatic moves instead of ones that could be effective.

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Sport focuses on competition with a strict set of rules, protective gear and referees. The goal is to win. Martial arts focus on the improvement of the person, both physically and mentally.

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No, Kung Fu is a martial ART. Although you can use it in competition and tournaments, etc, the true idea behind it was and still is self defense.

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Yes, in fact if you were to break it down, it's actually several sports boiled into one. Boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jujitsu, Kick-boxing, Thai-boxing. Take your pick

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Which martial art is olderst?

Wrestling is typically considered the oldest martial art. Boxing is probably second in age.


Was pankration the first martial art?

No; most martial arts historians are in agreement, that it is wrestling which holds that honor. No, actually, the first real martial art is believed to be an inian martial art known as Kalarippayattu.


What is the Japanese martial art of fencing with bamboo swords the oldest form of martial arts?

Depending on your actual definition of Martial Arts, the first was actually boxing matches and training held in ancient Egypt as depicted on their hieroglyphics. In no way is Kendo any where near being the oldest art.


How are Kung Fu and karate different?

All of the styles listed are types of martial arts. Kung Fu originated in China. Legend says it was based on the martial arts of India. Karate was created by merging Kung Fu and Okinawan Wrestling. It is predominantly a striking art. Tae Kwon Do was created by merging Karate and Korean martial arts. It is predominantly a striking art. Judo is a Japanese grappling art that was created as a sport from the martial art of JuJitsu.


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.

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Which martial art is olderst?

Wrestling is typically considered the oldest martial art. Boxing is probably second in age.


Where is the oldest martial art recorded?

Wrestling is considered the oldest martial art, pictures have been found that are thousands of years old. Boxing is probably second in age.


What has the author Matt Furey written?

Matt Furey has written: 'The martial art of wrestling' -- subject(s): Wrestling, Martial arts


Was pankration the first martial art?

No; most martial arts historians are in agreement, that it is wrestling which holds that honor. No, actually, the first real martial art is believed to be an inian martial art known as Kalarippayattu.


Is there an Icelandic martial art?

Yes, Glíma - a style of folk wrestling.


Is martial arts an art?

Yes, Glíma - a style of folk Wrestling.


Was Kung Fu the first martial art?

No, though it is the root of many of the Asian martial arts. Wrestling was the first that is documented.


What was the original martial art in Okinawa called?

Te or Tegumi was the local wrestling on Okinawa.


Famous sports in japan?

Sumo wrestling (also considered a martial art), martial arts = karate, judo, kendo, kyudo, and aikido, soccer, baseball, and basketball. Baseball is known to be the most popular sport there at the minute.


What is considered a martial art karate or basketball?

Karate.


What is the most recently established martial art?

The most recent "established" martial art would have to be mixed martial arts or MMA. Unfortunately there is some debate to whether or not this an original martial art because it's just an amalgamation of several techniques from other martial arts. It combines everything from Judo to Greco-Roman Wrestling.


What was karate based on?

Karate evolved from a combination of Chinese martial art of kung fu and Okinawa wrestling.