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31st May 2011 11:42
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Are there 'A's here that do martial arts?
I thought I'd start this thread, because I'm quite into martial arts (no expert though), and I thought it'd be interesting to find out what you think of certain styles etc.
Here's my experience -
Ishin Ryu:
When I was very young I did a style called IshinRyu, I don't really remember much to be honest, but am curious to know if anyone else did this. You don't hear much about it these days.
Wado Ryu:
I did this for about three years when I was in my mid teens, but I left because I didn't feel it was very effective for the most part in the real world, or maybe my instructor was just poor?
Shotokan:
at the start of my 20's, I decided to try a different style. I felt Shotokan was the best of the three karate styles. I nearly got to black belt, but as any good martial artist will tell you, belts are good for holding your trousers up, and that's about it.
Black belt doesn't mean you're definitely good at it. I learned this when I was two belts away from black, and I decided to quit. This was partially due to my Sensei making me pay for lessons when I was on tour, and I just couldn't keep up the payments though. Even though I felt it was the best karate style I had experieced, I could see big gaps with the style.
Ninjutsu:
Recently, as in the last year or so, I've been training in Ninjutsu, learning both Ninpo and Jujutsu.
This is the first style where I feel a lot of ground is covered, and the techniques are very well thought out, and amazing when executed correctly. I consider this to be the style for me, and would be surprised if that changes in the future.
What I also like about it, is that it doesn't have this 'I can destroy you' mentality. Its more like, I'll do anything to avoid a fight, but if I have to defend myself or my family, I can do it well. There's a big spiritual side to it, and its helped me develop my personality and attitude for the better (a bit like this place!).
Ok well that's it. I'd love to se what you guys and girls come back with!
Cheers,
ND
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31st May 2011 11:47
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