5 Steps to the choice of martial art for you

5 Steps to the choice of martial art for you One question asked me most often, in different variants, which is the martial art an individual should study. In general, martial arts, and especially to choose the school that are important decisions that someone should do. My answer is usually something along the lines of? Choose the school system and go ahead and stay with him for the rest of your life. The reality is that the answer will be different for each person. What we try to do in this article is to provide a set of general guidelines. I would like to speak in very broad terms about the various martial arts, and what to look for in a school. Finally, every teacher for every school, every system will be completely different.1. Dispel mythJust as religion and politics, many people sincerely believe that what they are doing is the best thing in the world. Just do a quick study of the psychological principle of cognitive dissonance to understanding why this is so. So many schools claim to be teaching? The final confrontation, the more secret, guarded defense system ever invented by the gods of battle. To be brutal? crap.In are full of respect, much of this kind of thing is on the market. Heck, everyone wants to study the best thing in the world. If such a thing exists all over the world to study. Some schools of martial arts can become a cult, as both, and that is where cognitive dissonance comes in the fact that they assume their marketing stuff.The truth is that the style does not fight for you? you are. Each person is different and there is a better system for everyone. It would be very frightening for me to cope with a sumo wrestler in a fight, but it would be ridiculous for me to think and take Sumo it.Claims be good in the superiority of systems which can be as deadly as a Navy SEAL for 24 hours also stem from American culture. It 'a shame that we in the generation of MTV and the Inteet are always looking for a shortcut, a quick solution. And many of us lose a lot of very valuable and important stuff.2. Let's start with youIf I can help answer some questions about yourself and your interests, you have done the most work to the collection of a martial arts school that is best for you.First and above all, what would you like to martial arts training? Yes, yes, I know you want to lea defense? put on the list. But people studying martial arts for a variety of reasons. You want exercise, you want to meet new people, you want to get rid of stress, you want a new hobby, and it is believed that the uniform look cool. Really think and write the reasons. All this is valid and the reasons are his own. Then I prioritize the reasons? those that are more important than others. Perhaps it is your main fitness goal? if so, in May to determine a place of study.3. What style? Now, l? Talk a little 'systems or styles. A system is just the type of martial art, as you study Karate, Kendo, or Kung Fu. The differences between the styles of May also help determine where look.The main difference between most of the martial arts style is based. Art as Tae kwon do is concentrate on the major movements of kicking, the other? Kendo as focus on a particular weapon. Body type and interest (of which we discussed earlier) will help you to think a little 'fire style. For example: I am built like a fireplug? short and wide, I have a little 'slow and are very interested in the defense aspect of training. Ketsugo Jujutsu has proven to be the best style for me, focuses on unbalancing the opponent, the kicks were low on the ground, and fight in close where boys excel.Beyond focus is a scale of formality to informality. For me, the shape is a measure to focus on things like the label of education, ceremony, style, method of dealing with many elderly, Japanese and Korean styles are very formal. The informal end of the scale may have a cardio kickboxing class local gym. At the formal end of the scale you can have a style similar to that Kendo is a great emphasis on the formal and informal etiquette.Neither is no better or worse, is a matter of preference. Personally, I like some of the formality of traditional Japanese martial arts. For me, building the character and form a strong frame of mind that brings in more than everyday life. For others, the formalities may be difficult to grasp and May, they want something less formal.The Here is a list of styles that I have held for more than less formal. This agreement is my knowledge and is neither exhaustive nor absolute. Many have reportedly because of disagreement with the things in which I put in the list, but this is supposed to be a general guide. Again, all teachers in all schools will be different. This is a starting point: Formal -- Kendo / Kumdo Aikido Tae Kwon Do Karate Jujutsu Kung Fu Silat Ninjutsu Tai Chi / Bagua / Hsing-Yi Ais / Kali / Escima Capoeira Kickboxing Boxing -InformalWhile you are already on the Web, it would be fruitful for research. Searching for a limited number of sites of some of the styles that are listed here. General information about the shape and focus. See what strikes is the most interesting. Make a short list of models you might enjoy pursuing.4. IssuesOK practice now? 'I did a review of some research and you have a list of styles that you might be interested to lea. Now we have to tell us a little 'lifestyle. If you are interested in Kendo, but the nearest school is 200 miles away? It can not be a practical choice.You can certainly look through your yellow pages to find schools near you or ask if they know of any school. A word to the wise: friends always try to help you come to school and have offended in May, is not it? T, or if you visit and n? Want to register. That? S consider.Some something for the practice of things to consider are the school and the proximity of the place of origin or of works, cost and ability to pay fees and other expenses, timing and course suits your calendar. Also in May also be important to you, such as parking, and facilities? write down.You should limit the potential of your list of schools based on your criteria, but it must still intend to visit more than one to give you an idea of comparison.5. Choose a schoolThe Here is a list of things that I suggest you look for the choice of a school or instructor. To me, these factors are more important than any other of the above factors and can make or break your experience of martial arts. When calling the school, have all the answers to your questions, and answered honestly? Sometimes, someone answering the telephone, that may not be able to answer all your questions. They must tu over to someone who can, or that someone will call. All schools must offer at least a free trial before you register for class. Otherwise, how can you determine if you want to study? It 'best to try different schools to give a comparison. When you go to school, the practice is safe, or is authorized to train students in dangerous conditions or without means of control? The school hygienic and free from hazardous conditions? Students and teachers show respect for all? This goes beyond the bow and the seat in order to ensure that everyone leas and has not been abused. Be prepared that many schools these days require a contract of a health club. Make sure you are clear about the terms of the contract, if you decide to sign, and not be afraid to walk if you are not familiar with the terms. Be very careful of worship as schools that are trying to sell programs to increase black belt and so on. While some of these may be legitimate, there are many scams there black belt. You must be very clear about what you pay in advance. The teachers and students to display great skill in teaching the art? This can be difficult to determine because many martial arts are often very subtle. However, teachers and students must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and balance that could be clearer. More importantly, trust your instincts. If something about the school not sit right with you, it probably is not it? T right. Find the fast talking vendor that tries to sweep your conces under the rug.Remember that choosing the right and the right of school teachers is more important than style. If you choose a school you like, the study with a teacher like you, and train students who are inspired? is very likely that your martial arts stick. Most stick with it? the best of you? ll get there. We hope that you will discover a jouey along the very positive life hidden shower upon you that my martial arts into a me.John Moore is a recognized expert in personal protection and a founder of Martial Training Systems LLC. He lives in Boston and provides consultation and training, products and services related to defense and fitness. He trained in martial arts since the age of 10 years, including Ais, Kenpo, Kyokushinkai and Ketsugo Jujutsu - in which he holds a black belt. E 'a speaker, entrepreneur and author - spending 90% of his time consulting business. See, for more information.