Posts by placidbison20

Thomas Wright said:Are there any kubotan institutes here? I mean actual training sessions focused on mastering the kubotan.



Just for those who aren't familiar, this is what a kubotan looks like.

They definitely exist.

What’s the vibe at that Krav Maga club in the States, specifically over at Marjan's place?

goldenseal5 said:Hey there!
I’ve been thinking about what kind of martial art actually works when you're stuck in a tight spot and need to defend yourself.
Are we talking Krav Maga, Aikido, or maybe something else entirely?

Also, I was wondering if anyone knows of any decent gyms in NYC where the monthly dues aren't going to absolutely wreck my bank account?$100 Looking for something reasonably cheap.

Krav Maga is a solid choice to start with.
Aikido isn't really it if you're looking for pure self-defense.

copperbison34 said:Hello everyone... I’m quite new to all of this, and I was actually hoping someone with a bit more experience might suggest something to help me unwind after a long day of classes and studying...

Wrong thread for this kind of question. Daniel Garcia, please move this.
If you're looking to blow off steam and you're a complete beginner, boxing is a solid choice.

Here’s something that’s "relatively close" to a save and won't break the bank:


Take a look under the sub-sections; there's other stuff listed there too.

Arthur Rodriguez4 said:I'm curious about a lot of this—honestly, I think it’s just because I haven't actually stepped foot in a gym yet.

Striking with hands and feet would be my first choice—maybe because I have absolutely no clue what ground fighting even entails? 😁

Here is an example of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which basically serves as the foundation for ground fighting.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S3nDygvk6A&feature=fvst

You can also add strikes to that, and it looks like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_dqxLVepik or like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_mxPgYe1wM

Essentially, ground fighting is what you see in the UFC when fighters hit the floor.

If that doesn't grab you, but you're interested in hand and foot striking, then Muay Thai or kickboxing might be more your style:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuZVt8iRABI Muay Thai
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0anJ8IMysCs kickboxing

Arthur Rodriguez4 said:My buddy and I (both students) want to start training—something, anything. Just looking for some martial arts or combat sports for fitness, or maybe just a way to blow off steam after a long day. My classes run pretty late in the afternoon, so an evening slot would be ideal. Asking you veterans here: what do you actually recommend? I’m staying over by the river, he’s near the quad, so we need something close to me to avoid a massive commute—plus, I already have to head toward 7.5 miles in one direction 😁
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What sounds good to you? Pick your interests:

Striking with hands
Striking with legs
Throws and takedowns
Ground fighting
Weapon training
All of the above🙂

silentharbor77 said:Hello there! It is truly a pleasure to be here. I hope you’re all having a wonderful day so far!

I’ve been scrolling through this forum for a little while now, just soaking everything in, and it really got me thinking—does anyone here happen to know of a solid self-defense course specifically geared toward men? I'm looking for something substantial.
I’ve found myself in that exact spot more times than I care to admit—you know, those moments where you desperately want to step up and help someone out, or maybe just de-escalate a heated confrontation, but instead of finding your voice, you just... freeze. It’s like my entire body decides to go on strike; my legs turn to lead, I can feel my heart hammering against my ribs so hard it’s practically thumping in my ears, and suddenly, my brain just shuts down. You’re standing there, completely paralyzed, staring at the situation while your pulse races, and you have absolutely no clue what move to make next. It’s incredibly frustrating to feel that disconnect between wanting to act and being physically unable to move.
I honestly just want to find a way to break free from these mental brakes—to finally shake off this paralyzing fear once and for all, no matter what it takes.

Thanks so much for the help!

What you’re describing won't be fixed by a simple seminar. You need actual, hands-on training.
Since your goal is practical self-defense, you should look into Krav Maga or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Jessica Ramirez3 said:Thanks for the reply. I guess my question wasn't really about the location, though. I’ve already looked into the gyms and options over in Springfield, and sure, XXL is definitely one of them. What I’m actually looking for is some perspective from people who have been through these specific training programs—either one or both—and what they think about my take on things. To put it simply, I'm trying to figure out if boxing or kickboxing serves as a better foundation for long-term progress. Maybe that's a better way to frame it.

Boxing is the foundation for kickboxing.🙂
That means it really comes down to the specific coaches and the individual gyms you choose.

Daniel Barnes2 said:Wait, I'm a little confused here. Is Krav Maga a martial art that you "train" in (like, for 2, 3, or 5 years straight), or is it more like those short-term courses that wrap up in a few months?

It is a skill you train.

Sam Roberts said:MMA? Or maybe Savate?

It’s all the same thing. As long as there’s contact and solid fundamental technique, the label doesn't matter.

Just sign up for any contact martial art to get started. Boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, Kyokushin karate, or maybe even Krav Maga. Over time, you'll eventually lose that fear of conflict.

Austin Morgan58 said:Dear forum members,

I am looking for some assistance regarding the exclamation used in my title. 😁

I am trying to figure out how to write or say in English that specific "AAACA!" sound—you know, the one that usually precedes a strike in kung fu movies or various martial arts films and cartoons.

Perhaps there is an authentic version of this shout, maybe something rooted in Chinese or Japanese traditions 😕? That would be quite helpful to me...

Many thanks for any help you can provide. 😍

It might actually be kiai.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kiai

Through practicing ninjutsu and aikido, you can pick up the fundamental building blocks of Japanese culture and philosophy. That should give you more than enough of a foundation to start your own independent research later on.
Every skill you mentioned comes with its own set of pros and cons, and here in the States, you'll find top-tier instructors for any of them.
Have you had a chance to sit in on a training session yet?

crimsoncanyon12 said:Does anyone happen to know where I can pick up some shurikens in the Chicago area? I’ve been scouring the internet, but I can’t seem to find any leads anywhere.🤷

I suppose they might not be available anymore, since they caught that Chinese guy.🤣

I think there were some shurikens available at Kwon.

Here’s a solid link just for you:
Monitor.com/marketing

Come on, Daniel Garcia, get going... you really need to delete that right away.🙂

Matthew Ruiz8 said:From what I can tell, we can talk about pretty much anything here?
I’m looking to put a banner up on this forum. How much does that cost?
If anyone has already run a banner here, could a moderator or an admin let me know?

thanks

Is this just for sports or is it for everything? :/ Now I’m not sure. Am I going to get banned for asking?

http://www.monitor.com/marketing/

Here you go.

Taylor Cook3 said:I don't really get how this forum works—like, why is it that you can only find this specific thread, or even ones where nobody has posted in ages, if you just search for them on Google?

There aren't even any 1, 2, 3, 4, 5... page numbers at the bottom of the threads or anything..

There's an option to view more stuff right at the bottom of this subforum's page.
By default, the settings are configured to only show you threads that have seen some activity within the last month.
Extend that by a year and start looking...

Sam Roberts said:So you're telling me two hours a week isn't gonna do anything??

It's not like we're training for the Navy SEALs...

Regardless of how much talent you have, I think two hours a week is just too little to make any serious progress. If you factor in that you'll spend at least 15 or 20 minutes just warming up every session, what do you actually have left?

nimblemarlin6 said:How many sessions of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—let's say one hour, twice a week—would it take for a low-key, peace-loving urban intellectual with a sedentary lifestyle and zero cardio to successfully pacify a muscular, six-foot-six, aggressive construction worker who’s had way too much tequila?

Going once or twice a week for an hour just isn't enough if you want to see any real progress. You really need at least two or three two-hour sessions to make it count.