Posts by placidbison20

It isn't a waste of time. You can always start training combat sports once you're a bit older.

🙂
Yeah.

If wrestling isn't an option, we can always go with judo.
I honestly think you'll find more people in your age group there than at those Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gyms.

Eric Jackson43 said:I wouldn't call it mockery. It's an homage.

Hmm, I'm not so sure. I guess it just depends on your perspective.

Edward Sanchez72, the whole Kill Bill thing is basically just one big mockery of American cinema and culture.
That’s even how they handled the Hattori Hanzo name.

Please keep the unnecessary chatter out of this thread.
Thanks.

http://www.profightstore.com/content...sar&aID=Karate
This link lists all the karate clubs across the country.
Check out the ones located in New York City and give a few of them a call to see what they offer.
I can't really give you a better answer than that since I don't know much more.

myst said:I was wondering if anyone knows if there's any Tai Chi happening in Los Angeles, or anything like that. I've been interested in it for a while now, but I just can't seem to find a place in LA where they actually teach it. It’s all karate and judo everywhere I look. If there isn't any Tai Chi, could you let me know what other martial arts are available in the city besides those? Thanks in advance.😬

I'm not really sure about Tai Chi. As for the other stuff, you have a few different styles of Aikido, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Japanese Ju-Jitsu, Karate, Judo, and Muay Thai.
I think someone mentioned Capoeira being an option too.

Lord_Dude said:Yeah, probably a lot
but if it's not an issue, I just want some basics or maybe a book with sketches showing how to execute certain strikes and where I can pick one up.

I know I'm asking a lot 🙏 🙏 🙂

Books and videos won't cut it.
If you're truly serious about learning, hitting a gym for a month or two to nail down the fundamentals isn't going to be a problem.

Good luck finding that anywhere else, not just here in the States.
Around here, there are hardly any gyms that actually teach real Muay Thai, let alone something like that.

So, Tommy, you happy now?
🙏

Jamie Fowler2 said:I asked Panzerfaust some direct questions and now I'm waiting for direct answers. I kept things civil. 😬

😈

If you want to debate those topics, go ahead and start your own thread.
This space is meant for people who have specific questions that can actually be answered with specifics.
Keep things civil, please.

bonaca

If you're serious about learning aikido, just head over to that studio in the stadium district.

neonmaker45 said:Hey everyone, I was thinking about signing up for a martial art, but I can't decide which one. I originally thought about Kung Fu, but there isn't a school for it in my area anymore. Now I'm looking at Jiu-Jitsu or Wing Chun.
The situation is this: I'm graduating soon and moving to Chicago for college next year. I want to find something to do for these next few months before I head out, because staying home doing nothing sounds terrible. I considered Aikido, but I'm worried about training it for just a few months only to switch to something else later. Honestly, I feel a bit lost just typing all this out.🤣

Look into BJJ in your city. I think you'll see the best results in a short amount of time if you go that route.
Or maybe boxing.

You're spot on about why it's so popular.
I've trained in Muay Thai myself, so I know exactly what I'm talking about when I say it's incredible.

It looks like Muay Thai is ranking pretty high right now.
Especially when you pair it up with wrestling, judo, or BJJ.

And honestly, it’s no surprise. It’s an incredibly interesting and brutal skill to master.🙂

Just like the title suggests, what would you guys train if your current martial art simply didn't exist?

I’d definitely go with Muay Thai, and maybe pick up some BJJ or Krav Maga on the side.

Brenda Adams4 said:What about telescopic batons? Does anyone have experience using one out on the street or in a dangerous situation? Is it actually legal to carry one, or am I going to run into trouble with the cops if I get caught with one on a Saturday night?

I believe all types of batons are banned here in the States.

As for how effective a telescopic baton is, it’s enough to say that more and more special military and police units are adding them to their standard gear.