Looking for a martial art

Draki1903 · 2017-01-07T11:16:39+00:00

If you want maximum effectiveness, you are looking for a gun.

If you want to not get hit, you are looking for a sprinting routine.

The_Good_Delusion · 2017-01-07T08:19:23+00:00

This is about professional fighters. Unless you intend to compete professionally, I wouldn't worry about it at all. You will not suffer brain trauma from trainings and sparring sessions (assuming your teachers know what they are doing).

OFF_THE_DEEP_END · 2017-01-07T09:20:48+00:00

Second vote for BJJ. Super effective and protects your head. Judo is great too, especially if you're a little guy.

People like to disrespect Aikido, but I've found it to be useful in a scuffle.

There are also generic self-defense courses that teach you tried and true tactics like eye gouges, neck chops, and a knee to the groin.

Finally, you could learn boxing and how to have good head movement and footwork, with a strong focus on defense. You can set the pace and learn how to put yourself in the best position.

Also learn de-escalation techniques and avoid getting hit in the head altogether. Most fights are completely avoidable.

iwantTRP · 2017-01-07T08:42:39+00:00

BJJ. No hitting involved at all.

general_derez · 2017-01-07T09:21:09+00:00

I've trained in BJJ for a year and I love it. With good technique the risk of injury is lower than soccer. I feel 10 times as confident in my ability to defend myself.

nathanisfat · 2017-01-07T18:32:51+00:00

Judo. Low head injury rate because it's mostly throwing, careful falling and joint locks, not striking. Lots of opportunity to satisfy your desire to get physical with other sweaty men. Basically it's BJJ without striking or the high cost.

Real bare knuckle boxng (i.e. not even wrist wraps) tends not to involve a lot of head shots. Hands are quite a bit softer than heads.

Serious self defense involves situational awareness. Maybe a gun. Worth reading:

http://www.nononsenseselfdefense.com

johnnygun- · 2017-01-07T12:22:35+00:00

Go to an mma gym. Bjj, muay thai, kickboxing, boxing, wrestling and more all rolled into one. You'll find yourself there.. your true self.

If you put in work.

You don't even need to talk to everybody and get to know them at first.. just show up, keep quiet-ish and focus on your trainers instructions. Be humble.

Title	Looking for a martial art
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Date	January 7, 2017 7:27 AM UTC (9 years ago)
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