Martial Arts

I've trained in the arts of Aikido, Judo, traditional Japanese combat Ju-Jitsu (BJJ comes from that), Kung-fu, and Shotokan Karate. In my opinion MMA all the way.

Any UFC fans out there?
 
I just know "Thai Flee."

I'm 6'2", 240lbs, and can run a 100 metre dash in 13 seconds. ;-)
 
LMFAO! That's not too bad! What's the saying, something like "I don't have to outrun the bear, just you"?
 
smart kid said:
I've trained in the arts of Aikido, Judo, traditional Japanese combat Ju-Jitsu (BJJ comes from that), Kung-fu, and Shotokan Karate. In my opinion MMA all the way.

Any UFC fans out there?
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First... I love the UFC. I am amazed at the level of the athletes today vs a little over a decade ago.

As far as MMA all the way, it really depends on "what" a person is looking for. Even the Gracies will tell you they don't look to immediately "go to guard" on the street.

My latest passion is Kali-Silat. There are many FMA systems out there (Inasanto, Sayoc, DBMA, Vunak etc) all are very, very good.

I look at it from a different perspective. "What can I still do at 64?"

Master Alland is over 60 and has the fastest hands I have ever seen. He is also a very humble and giving person. Since I only want to train for "self-defense" I try to find things that can help me escape many different types of encounters.

Personally I like the FMA stuff because it makes my hand eye coordination faster. Anything I can do to continue to build the "neuro-net" to try and beat old age.

I too have trained in several styles and I claim to be a master of none. I just love to train.

No matter what you train in, just know "why you train". My goal is not to beat anyone up or submit anyone. My goal is to win (within the limits of the law).
 
I'll watch a ufc match when flipping through the channels and I'll even like watching the fighters. Hughes vs Gracie was great. Those are two very tough guys, no doubt about it. Ever worry about the message we are sending our children though. When they watch one guy beat the hell out of another, I can't help but think something isn't right. I've often had to struggle to walk away from fights in my life and now that I'm older, these are the values I respect. You have to be a very strong man to admit that you're wrong and apologize. I think ufc glorifies violence and does a real disservice to our younger more impressionable citizens.
 
The message I see a lot of in the UFC is sportsmanship. I see more of it in the UFC than in boxing.

The atheletes (for the most part) show a ton of respect to each other when it is over. You named one of the best examples of that (Hughes vs. Gracie).

It is like anything else though..........heck, just look at the video games today.

Walking away from any type of a fight is usually the best practice.

But that doesn't always work either...look at this kid "just trying to walk away"

http://comegetyousome.com/fights_56.htm

It is the fight at the TOP LEFT
 
Horrible but very educational video. That boy needs some serious punishment.

If someone ever kicks me in the face like that, they better kill me while they have the chance or god help them.
 
DT4EMS said:
The message I see a lot of in the UFC is sportsmanship. I see more of it in the UFC than in boxing.

The atheletes (for the most part) show a ton of respect to each other when it is over. You named one of the best examples of that (Hughes vs. Gracie).

It is like anything else though..........heck, just look at the video games today.

Walking away from any type of a fight is usually the best practice.

But that doesn't always work either...look at this kid "just trying to walk away"

http://comegetyousome.com/fights_56.htm

It is the fight at the TOP LEFT
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Crap like that enrages me. Then there is the one of the cop shooting back at the guy... and the guy wants to press charges.

If I wasn't so damn out of shape I'd take this as a wake up call and do some form of martial arts.
 
Come see me Matt, we will get you in shape. Most martial arts are great for getting you in shape, regardless of the system.

Just seek a school where you can get what you want/need.

For self-defense: FMA, Kali-Silat, JKD, Krav-Maga, Haganah, anything Vunak, Cucci or Blauer mixed with some basic ground skills of MMA

For fitness: TKD, Karate, Judo, Hapkido etc. mixed with some ground skills of MMA.

There is no such thing as the best system or style. As long as you know "why" you train any training you get is a bonus. Even if that training is rolling out of bed in the morning and doing Tae Bo.

And as far as that clip goes........ I have talked to the medics that a situation JUST LIKE THAT happened to them while working as a medic..........
 
Tkd

Nice to see so many resposes to the post.
I myself hold a Black belt 1st Dan In the International TKD Assoc.
Keep on truckin Guys and Gals...regards...Paul
 
I have tried TKD, Aikido, Judo, BJJ and FMA. I wish I had time to study all seriously. I will probably pick up Aikido and BJJ again.
 
Just started TKD in February.

LOVE IT!
 
MMiz said:
If I wasn't so damn out of shape I'd take this as a wake up call and do some form of martial arts.
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Come on MMiz! That's no excuse. Martial Arts can help you attain your fitness goals. The only way you can get out of that mode is to get started! Start small, meet with a trainer and work something out. You can't limit yourself and miss out on life because you're "so damn out of shape."
A lot of small steps make a big difference.
 
ITF - Chang han style Taekwando... have done it for almost 2 years.. going for green belt... I spend winters in Arizona.. there I do ATA Songhan style.. I love TKD... makes me fit, fast and confident... I do a fair bit of freestyle self defense techniques as well.. some escrima and weapons work too...

love it... highly recommend it...
 
Mma

Yeah, I'm not so sure that I agree with you Guardian, however, I can see as an outsider, taking a quick glance in at MMA that you might misunderstand that it "glorifies" violence. MMA is no different than any other type of competitive sport, except there is a little more sportsmanship in MMA, and from what I've seen, more mutual respect. That said, I'm currently training with an MMA team, and was a former kickboxer and full contact fighter.
 
I've been doing chito-ryu karate for the last 7 years, and I find that it's a great workout. It really works muscles you didn't know could be worked :P.
I've been learning a bit of stuff from shotokan-ryu lately, because their low stances are a great workout for the quads. Also used to teach some kickboxing, which was great for cardio, but not as much for strength I found.
 
Luno said:
Yeah, I'm not so sure that I agree with you Guardian, however, I can see as an outsider, taking a quick glance in at MMA that you might misunderstand that it "glorifies" violence. MMA is no different than any other type of competitive sport, except there is a little more sportsmanship in MMA, and from what I've seen, more mutual respect. That said, I'm currently training with an MMA team, and was a former kickboxer and full contact fighter.
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thats the way to do it. If I could this is what I would be doing. Good luck.
 
This is one area I have not been involved in directly, but wanted to.

Have been to several competitions with friend's/partner's kids.

One of those things that I wish I would have done when I was younger and had more time.

Probably could "make time"... but the wife and kids already say that I am not "home" enough.

Too many interests... not enough free time... :sad:




GT-Karate-Fever.GIF
 
I am a 1st Dan degree (black belt) in Karate Do Shotokan style. Have been practicing it since I was 8. It is one of the most traditional karate styles. During my experience I've added some Aikido techniques.

I'm not really a big fan of TKD -I guess that doesn't make me very different from any other karate student. ;)

For what I've seen, nowadays most people look for something fast to learn without caring too much about the martial art history and its philosophy. -Which I understand, specailly with the crazy work hours. I would then recommend Krav Maga. (Not because I was born in Israel) -but because it is a very practical style for today's needs, you start learning the techniques since day one, learn to use whatever is in hands-reach to use for your survival... To everyone out there, specially in the EMS field, give it a try if you can.

Whichever is the martial art you choose to practice, do it for the right reasons, and USE IT RESPONSIBLY!!!

Guri
 
LIFEGUARDAVIDAS said:
I'm not really a big fan of TKD -I guess that doesn't make me very different from any other karate student. ;)
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I respect your black belt. I think your martial arts experience is so dependant on your personal qualities, as well as the qualities of your instructor and the tradition of your dojang (dojo). My instructor in WI is very old school.. takes a minimum of 6 years for DAN whereas the instructors in AZ are modernists... Dan can be achieved in 2 years... the qualitiy they share is a dedication to their art as a way of life.. a real concern for students over dollars.. and a willingness to extend themselves in the furtherance of their dicipline..

I think martial artist can share a likemindedness regardless of their style.. that being said, a martial artist must be loyal to their school. I love my TKD... and I respect your Karate...
 
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