What martial arts should I learn ?

TRPdating · 2016-07-24T11:11:27+00:00

I don't know if it's realistic to believe that any martial art could teach me how to fight 3 dudes with a knife

It isn't realistic. The only realistic solution is to run, or draw a firearm and defend yourself with lethal force (after all, you're being threatened with lethal force). Do you want to end up being the next Zimmerman, though? Best to run, toward public or police if possible.

Swordandbuckler · 2016-07-24T12:22:06+00:00

I suggest reading Facing Violence my Rory Miller. He really goes into the fact that even people that have black belts have never prepared for a life and death situation. And talks about levels of violence. A lot of it boils down to risk assessment. Even if you are a billy bad ass sometimes the safest thing is to just hand over the wallet, especially if someone with you could end up hurt. Would you live better with the shame of being mugged or waking up with nightmares about the guy you killed.

I personally think that everyone needs a good martial arts class,but you have to be realistic. It is not going to make you superman, it is going to train you to quickly assess the situation and give you options. Sometimes all the options are bad, but most people don't even see the options.

Look at several classes. Ask to come watch before you join. Trust your gut, if it just doesn't feel right that feeling won't go away with time. I personally wouldn't waste time with any training that does not involve sparring. If you are only ever practicing on cooperative opponents things are going to change in a fight. I've had really bad experience with large dojos. Most of them are just pumping out students for the cash. The small dojos are usually more personal, but they also have a harder time keeping the door open so find one that has been around for a few years.

LookThroughRedEyes · 2016-07-24T13:09:19+00:00

I heard Brazilian Jiujutsu is the best. Planing to start it.

TheRedStoic · 2016-07-24T10:37:29+00:00

Krav maga, don't fight unless absolutely necessary, not against groups, and gtfo if you see a weapon.

Bear spray is for men too if that tense about it.

Borsao66 · 2016-07-24T13:30:51+00:00

Seek out Craig Douglas, aka SouthNarc, he teaches all over the country. Thank me later.

Stories_of_Red · 2016-07-24T13:32:45+00:00

I have been in martial art for decades. I have lifted weights for decades.

Three dudes with knives will get my wallet wothout a fight from me. Just leather, cards, and a small bit of cash. Not worth risking your life over it.

Study whatever arts you enjoy learning. That is important, because it will keep you goimg. I liked judo, BJJ, and taekwondo. Pick your own, though.

jatin_p · 2016-07-24T15:57:20+00:00

Speaking from personal experience it is all very much controlled. You can't help it. Avoid fights please anyhow, unless you are Barry Allen and Dolph Lundgren hybrid. Defeating them is not important, your life is more important. Come on this is not chickening out or you become less of an alpha. And here are no rules in real life scenarios. So please avoid unless you have a gun or you are superbly trained and are lightning fast for these guys. What you learn in the dojos, is all very much controlled. I've been in trained in Shoto-kan karate, it was all about being faster (with light contact) than your opponent. Kyokushin, I've heard is full contact. Other guys have already given some suggestions. Also why don't you work on Situational Awareness

28UK · 2016-07-24T20:57:27+00:00

In normal streetfight situations, brazilian jui jitsu, thai boxing.

jackpreston098 · 2016-07-24T10:09:33+00:00

Krav Maga or Aikido is generally the best hand to hand combat, especially for self defense, and against weapons.

But generally they'll always tell you if someone has a knife, leg it.

CypherWolf21 · 2016-07-24T10:08:51+00:00

Krav Maga

Still wouldn't be a good idea to pick fights, or attempt to engage when outnumbered and out armed. If you just want to feel safer by a gin and get a concealed carry permit.

GIFs_aLOT · 2016-07-24T15:41:18+00:00

Why take the risk running though. Life is priceless

Title	What martial arts should I learn ?
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Date	July 24, 2016 9:41 AM UTC (10 years ago)
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