Self Defense/Martial Arts Training

[hudson69]

Hola all,
Am looking to finding a martial art/system of self defense to study. Thought about Budo Taijutsu because it comes from ninjutsu (no, really) and ninjutsu has several skills that should make it jive with survival quite well but with the name change I think it is now just a self defense system.

Does anyone know of a good solid system of self defense or one that also incorporates field training, besides joining the military to get it all?

[HileTroy]

Krav Maga is my choice. Very practical in all sorts of scenarios. But there are many others that are practical as well, and you will get many different answers from everyone. I would stay away from the 'belt system' and concentrate on the Arts that center more on disabling, maiming, killing and disarming your opponent.

[hubste5]

Most law enforcement's use a modified Akido, which concentrates on using the energy of the opponent in your favor. It is somewhat passive (as I learned it), compared to other arts, but in law enforcement, you have to be passive, somebody might get sued. But in further study, I found that what i had learned was the first 90% of the technique, the last 10%, which is easily added, can really do some damage. The techniques were also designed to be used with success against the bigger and stonger... While true, there are logical limits to that way of thinking. That's where the "armed self defense" comes in :D We trained so much in these techniques, that I cannot hold my wifes hand without naturally grabbing it in one of the techniques. I believe in the repetition, it builds muscle memory that is priceless when there is no time to think.

[prkchp76]

street fightin worked so far lil bitta military some american karate minimal jujitsu

[Big_Saw]

Hola all,
Am looking to finding a martial art/system of self defense to study. Thought about Budo Taijutsu because it comes from ninjutsu (no, really) and ninjutsu has several skills that should make it jive with survival quite well but with the name change I think it is now just a self defense system.

Does anyone know of a good solid system of self defense or one that also incorporates field training, besides joining the military to get it all?

Train on two fronts......one for speed, and one for tactics.....I prefer a combo of BJJ and TKD, but there are plenty of styles to fit both requirements....

[beebopcop]

I in to LT5PTP (less than 5 pound trigger pull) works best at a distance :)

[Big_Saw]

I in to LT5PTP (less than 5 pound trigger pull) works best at a distance :)

Works great until you come against 5 guys with only 4 shots left.......

[prkchp76]

not if the stand in line with an orderly fashion

[revisualize]

Krav Maga is my choice. Very practical in all sorts of scenarios. But there are many others that are practical as well, and you will get many different answers from everyone. I would stay away from the 'belt system' and concentrate on the Arts that center more on disabling, maiming, killing and disarming your opponent.

I second this. Everything I've research I personally feel that Krav Maga is a really good choice.
But, it really comes down to what you choose. It is has to be a style that you feel comfortable with.
I would really look at places in your area. Let them know that you are looking for a martial art to try and understand and see if they can give you a basic walk-through to see what the art is about and see if they can maybe have show you a few things and allow you to get a feel for the art before you commit to learning at their facilities. It is all about choosing the right verbiage and how you present yourself. I'm pretty sure you could get a free mini-private lesson and/or a free session.

Good Luck. BTW, I don't know Krav Maga myself but, I really want to learn it.

[Centurion]

The best system is called, " ching ching pow."
The ching ching part is the sound of the slide cycling a spent round to load a new one and the pow is the sound of one less zombie to worry about.

[Jesse]

Original poster, what is your general location?

[NorthStar1]

I studied Ninjitsu under Stephen Hayes in the 80's. He has modified the style for modern day situations. Google skhquest or Stephen Hayes.

I also studied some Kung Fu and Shorin-Ryu. I recommend Stephen Hayes school as it is a practical approach.

Best of Luck and Enjoy

[laoma]

For your purpose you will need a few pieces from a few styles, I teach Northern Shaolin Kung Fu....there is a section of it called Chin-na, it is the seizing art of Shaolin, this is extremely effective for close combat, for long reach combat STAY AWAY FROM HIGH KICKING ARTS...Muay Tai is extremely effective here, also learn how to fight with an extension of the body like a sword or anything about 3 feet long....a fantastic and fun art for this is called "Kendo" or japanese fencing, a sword never runs out of ammo! I've been in the arts since 1975...they have so much to offer, physically, mentally, AND SPIRITUALLY

[hford]

I have taken a mixed martial arts class for years-it's Kenpo based, with JKD, Akido, Jujitsu thrown in, as well as streetfighting. It uses common sense blended with techniques. Like hubste5 said, muscle memory is a must. Even if you are in a tight spot, so many times your muscles will just take over to help eliminate a threat-without your brain trying to overthink a situation. Whatever kind of self defense you take, make it your own, and practice until it's all completely second nature.

[Brother Bill]

+1 on Akido. Just remember that whatever you go with you have to keep it up. You can know all the moves of all the styles ever known but if your out of shape and aren't flexible you'll find yourself in deep poo.