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It is believed that the oldest martial art in the world is 'kalari payatu'. It is practiced in Kerala state of India, from there legend says that the Buddhaharma took it to China and it became kung fu. It went from China to Okinawa and became karate. Recently the Discovery Channel & National Geographic reported kalari payatu as the oldest martial art in the world.
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Which martial art is olderst?
Wrestling is typically considered the oldest martial art. Boxing is probably second in age.
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.
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 only martial art exclusive to girls?
I am not aware of any martial art that is restricted to females only.
What is seikuuken?
The Seikuuken is a martial art movement that appears on the anime show "The Mightiest Disciple", however this movement itself looks really similar with the "360 Defense" movement. The 360 Defense is a technique that comes from the martial art Krav Maga. The Martial art by itself is a deadly Martial Art, and it is from Slovakia. However, the Martial art is more famous in Israel.
