Can you help me choose an adult martial arts class?
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March 24th, 2013
I have never fought before. Not really and I don’t intend to start. I did take a 2 hour self defense course but that is nothing.
I don’t anticipate the need for protection. It is just something to change up my aerobic routine and something I have been mildly curious about.
Since I barely know how to throw a punch correctly or land a powerful kick I need something really basic.
We have a multitude of businesses that house some sort of martial arts. Some of them seem to require “tournaments” we do have cage fighting here. But I am not interested in that.
Also it seems most or all cater to children. I do want an adult class. Beyond that I have no idea how to narrow or refine my search.
I couldn’t tell you the difference between karate and jujitsu if it hit me in the head. So do I just waltz into one and stick with it?
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Whatever you go with, make sure to insist upon a free two week trial. It’s difficult to get out of those contracts, should you decide you don’t like the smelly folk kicking at you.
It’s good stretching and somewhat aerobic exercise. It’s also very useful to know how to defend yourself or your loved ones if that ever becomes necessary. So you want to find a school that will teach you to do that and that fits with your personality and current skill level. Check local reviews and read what other students have to say about the carious schools and instructors. Select one that fits your needs. And lie @RealEyesRealizeRealLies says, make sure they will let you try it out before you have to commit to a long-term contract.
Maybe give Tai Chi a shot?
It’s practiced widely in china for it’s health and exercise benefits, and some of the stances really give your muscles a workout. It’s intent is not for competition but for personal cultivation; however, you can use it for self defense when necessary.
It’s also a lot easier to find Tai-Chi instructors than those of other specific schools.
Perhaps you’d like to give capoeira a try? It’s a brazilian martial art that includes elements of dance and music. There’s a lot of self-expression and movement, and is quite beautiful to see. capoeira is for everyone. (:
Taikwando is good to do. It will help build your strength and fliexibility.
I only did it as a youngster, but thier were adults in the class too. We would all warm up together and then the adults would train on one side of the gymnasium and the youngsters on the other.
What good advice. I would have never thought to ask for a trial membership though most all purpose gyms will offer one.
On second thought I would not like a contact sport at this point in my life. Foils are tipped swords are blunted or props or have gaurds. I do not desire to be someonems punching bag.
So in this case Tai Chi or possibly Takwando it is. Capoeira sounds lovely but while I will look for it I have my doubts as to whether it is available here.
They should have a 1 million dollar liability insurance, you have to watch out, some of these classes will see you with a broken nose before the first week is over.
I did 15 years of martial arts,had my nose busted 4 times, and that was with a reputable school.
Oh my! I mean that does sound fun but my nose is disfigured enough thank you very much
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