Posts by Rebecca Smith4

nimbleviper142 said:I gotta say, you really caught me off guard with the comments and all the help. Usually, those other PDFs can be pretty awkward and honestly just plain rude..
huge thanks for that 😁

@crimsonbison10: so I checked out some clips of those kendo matches and I honestly don't see how you’re supposed to lose weight doing that. It feels weird, like you're barely even moving, yet somehow... yeah, super weird 🙂 though yeah, I'm not really feeling the vibe. I'm aiming for something more intense, you know, where I actually get to move around a ton 😁
and I actually went on YouTube to look up some martial arts stuff (total brain fart, didn't think of that earlier 🙄), and Taekwondo definitely looks the coolest. Even if it is a bit too high-energy for someone as clumsy as me 😁, I'm still gonna give it a shot.

@mistypanther: I totally lost track of time thinking there were still 9 months left, then I realized things have already kicked off, so what's the deal with him 😕 🤣 man, I should probably swing by and practice a bit.
Taekwondo and Muay Thai seem awesome... everything else, not so much. Especially Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—that close contact thing isn't really my scene. I'm more of a long-range type 😁
I sent an email but haven't heard back. Hey, if you happen to know, would they take me if I'm not a student? Ugh, I work and just don't have the energy or the patience for college, but this seems cool and cheap—which is great since my paycheck is basically nonexistent :S

thx for the link, I already spent some time poking around there. It's decent, lots of useful info, especially regarding diet.

anyways, thanks a million again, you guys are legends 😁

EDIT: uh, there's a schedule, but it's from 2006... hopefully it's still valid...

Things have been a bit quiet lately.
It seems like everyone is busy, so there isn't much for the trolls to sink their teeth into.
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The women's Muay Thai classes are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
I suspect Mondays might be reserved for more advanced students.
I am not entirely sure about the specific times, but I believe they follow the old schedule.
Regardless, if I were you, I would stick to Muay Thai rather than Taekwondo.
(If you ever find yourself needing that, God forbid...)

Shorts, a T-shirt, and sneakers should be enough to get started.
The instructor will let you know when you actually need hand wraps, gloves, or shin guards...
And don't just come to watch. That seems a bit pointless.
It is better to just try it once; then everything becomes clear.
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They will reply to your email... eventually.
Everything is shifting right now since the season only kicked off this week.

Classes start this Saturday.
There isn't a schedule posted online.
Actually, there isn't one anywhere, I suppose.
But since you aren't quite sure what you're looking for—you could probably just drop by any day after 7 PM and see for yourself.
It's at the Martinique center. The entrance is in the back, on the side facing toward Kset.
Maybe try Muay Thai. They have a women's section.
Or Taekwondo, if you happen to be more into acrobatics.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu probably won't help much with keeping your core tight, boxing doesn't involve much footwork, and Wing Chun or Kempo might feel a bit too static for you...
Anyway.
That's about it, I guess.

They have a Facebook group where you can ask the secretary.
Or you could just send an email if you don't feel like heading down there.
www.subos.hr so just poke around a bit...

If your goal is weight loss and toning, you should check out here.
The people there actually know what they're talking about, and with a little effort—especially regarding diet—you could probably speed up the process quite a bit.
They have an "FAQ" section, so take a look... don't let the forum name turn you off.
They really do know their stuff...

Look, you can't fix everything. Especially if they're still fresh.

Piercings are just a liability during any kind of contact, whether you're talking about boxing or MMA.
And if there isn't any actual contact, I suppose it wouldn't even be considered a martial art, right?
In a cage, you'd probably be well-armored enough—assuming you even reach that level—so the piercings would stay safe.
Of course, that’s assuming you’re actually interested in that sort of thing...

Back when I was there (last semester), the membership fee $27 was different.
I don't really buy the idea that they've hiked the prices, since it seems like they've been this way for a while now.
But maybe I could ask a friend... he’s heading over there now.

Brenda Price56 said:Thanks a lot. I'll check all of that out. Hopefully, I didn't miss the enrollment period, since most stuff starts in September.

Best regards!
Just popping in from retirement!

Regarding SUBOS:

SUBOS starts their beginner groups in September.
Training was originally set for September 15th, but it’s been pushed back—at least until October 1st—due to gym renovations.
You can just show up and try out a session or two.
If you find you like it, you can download the form from www.subos.com and fill it out.
Just bring it to training and that should be enough.
There isn't really a need to worry about being late; plenty of people trickle in throughout October because different colleges have different start dates, and some folks wait until they finish physical education requirements.

(My apologies if someone already covered this; I don't quite have the time to scroll through the whole forum right now.)

Just keep an eye on the announcements at www.subos.com.
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placidbison20 said:Aikido focuses on harmony and awareness, while Krav Maga is all about breaking bones if that's what the situation calls for.

Kendo focuses on finding that internal path. Muay Thai is about a kid landing an elbow knockout.

Judo teaches that how many times you hit the ground doesn't matter; what matters is that you get back up every single time. On the other hand, the ninjas say if you're lying down, you better not be running away. 🙂

🤣🤣

I suppose I should probably commit this to memory.

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I know about ju-jitsu... I actually did some BJJ training myself for a bit. I just copied the list from the forum and added a few things to it...
I can't seem to get any writing done.
People keep interrupting me with their own takes...
I'll get to it in the next few days, I suppose.
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Ah, yes... I suppose I overlooked that grammatical detail.

Thanks for the clarifications.
We will get everything properly organized once a few more people join us.

I listed Kempo under Kung Fu simply because that's how it was categorized in the directory.

Later tonight, I might try to draft some brief descriptions for a few sports or disciplines that none of the forum members seem to practice (as far as I know).
It's a bit too hot to be sitting at the computer right now.

When someone who is completely new to the world of martial arts or combat sports arrives here looking for advice or information, where should they start?
Pure chaos.
Just a massive pile of posts and threads filled with half-answered questions, unanswered questions, and a mountain of pointless arguments.
I think it might be worthwhile, perhaps with the help of our more collegial forum members, to establish a dedicated thread. The goal would be to eliminate all debate and arguing, focusing instead solely on providing direct answers to the most frequently asked questions.
It would probably be best if the moderators pinned this thread to the top. I suppose they could clear out the clutter and lock it down once everything settles, but that is something to consider when the time comes.


It seems to me that the most frequent questions are:

Where can I find clubs for specific martial arts or sports?
What kind of clubs can one find in a particular city?
3. Which skill or sport should I choose?
What kind of skill or sport is this, exactly? I suppose it's hard to say. Maybe it falls into one category, or maybe it’s just a bit of everything. It's difficult to pin down.
5. Am I too old?

1. and 2. - Club Locations

If you happen to be searching for a specific skill or sport, or perhaps you're just wondering what training options are available in your area, the first place I'd suggest looking is... Directory.
There are certain clubs that aren't included in our directory, such as various Ninja Clubs. If you haven't found exactly what you're looking for there, please feel free to ask on the forum. Regarding the topic intended for this thread..

3. - Selecting a skill or sport.

If you are just starting out in the world of martial arts, I suppose it might be wise to ask yourself a few questions first.

Am I interested in striking? Hands? Feet? I suppose that remains to be seen.
Am I actually interested in throws, takedowns, leverage, or wrestling?
Am I interested in weapon training? I suppose that depends on the definition. Are we talking about traditional tools or modern implements? Or perhaps a mix of both?
Am I more interested in competing, or is my focus strictly on self-defense?
5. How much time am I actually willing to dedicate to training?

Every skill or sport tends to operate according to its own unique logic, I suppose.
Most skills are primarily designed for self-defense or warfare, where rules simply don't exist.
Most sports seem to be geared toward competition under very specific sets of rules. I guess that’s just how they work.
That said, many disciplines incorporate elements from both styles, so I suppose it might be an oversimplification to generalize.
Once you have answered those five questions, take a look at the directory to see which skills or sports are available to you. I suggest reading up on their descriptions here or searching elsewhere online. There is absolutely no reason to feel self-conscious about dropping by a few different clubs just to observe their training sessions. In my experience, I have yet to visit a single club where I didn't feel welcome.

4. - A brief overview of skills and sports.

At Beautiful NASA, the following skills and sports are available (though I might have missed a few):

Aikido.
Boxing.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Bruce Lee
Chuck Norris
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Judo.
Karate.
Krav Maga.
Kick Boxing.
Kung Fu (Wing Chun Institute, Kenpo Karate)
Ninja Club
Savate Club
Mixed Martial Arts (which people constantly and incorrectly label as "ultimate fighting" or the UFC).
Taekwondo Specialist.
Taekwondo Specialist

I would like to request that any forum members practicing any of the aforementioned disciplines provide a brief overview of their respective sport or art. Perhaps just some basic fundamentals.
Nothing extensive. Just five to ten sentences addressing those five questions, along with a few specifics. It might be useful to include a couple of links to YouTube or perhaps a decent website related to the sport or discipline.

Until this discussion gains some real momentum, you’re basically left with that powerhouse trio: Google, YouTube, and Wikipedia.

5. — Am I getting too old for this?

No. You aren't.
I suppose many people never actually step foot into the world of martial arts simply because they believe they are too old. Maybe that's just how it is.
I was, I suppose, among them.
He saved my life. Saturday. It’s essentially a student organization that hosts several different martial arts clubs—some of which are actually quite top-tier in their specific disciplines. Most of the members are beginners in their 20s or older. I suppose once you realize how much progress you can actually make through sheer willpower and effort, you stop sweating the small stuff and just start enjoying the training. They do accept non-students as well, by the way.

20, 30, 40, 100? I suppose it’s never too late.
It might be a bit late to aim for a competitive career—though I suppose that isn't strictly true—but if the goal is simply to learn something engaging, stay in shape, or find a good community, it’s never too late to start.

I suppose I hope the forum members will cooperate so we can eventually flesh this topic out properly.
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profightstore.com -> adresar

Maybe write about something you actually find interesting. If it’s nearby, I suppose the old forum regulars might offer some advice over time.
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What a disaster... if they’re actually the sponsor, you’d think they’d just give it to you instead of making you pay for it... :/

They're letting you slide 😉
A friend of mine helped him train, though he wasn't even a student or anything...

There are several locations available. You might want to check the Profightstore directory.
Martinovka (www.subos.hr) isn't listed yet—though I suspect many other clubs aren't either.
Maybe some others, like afro or 3.14zdek.., know more.
It should probably show up on ’s list (specifically UFK Ban-Dubrava) eventually.

I suppose I could recommend Subos.
They have a good crew, both in terms of atmosphere and results, I guess.
Training sessions are fairly affordable ($27 per month).

If you’re dealing with muscle cramps, maybe try some magnesium—powdered tablets, specifically.
I know a few people who managed to clear up their cramping issues after a long hiatus just by using magnesium...

Bradley Edwards56 said:Hey, seeing a lot of experts here, so I figured I'd ask.

I'm 20 and haven't done any combat sports before. Haven't been active lately either, so my cardio is basically non-existent.

I'm looking to get into something like MMA, but with a focus on stand-up rather than ground work. Though I guess it should be both. Just something effective enough if I ever need to defend myself on the street.🙂

I'm living over in the East Side, though that’s not a requirement—just a bonus. I saw some posts about a local gym nearby, but that seems more focused on grappling, right?

Not interested in competing. Head strikes are fine, provided there's decent protection. I don't want to show up to class or head home with a broken nose or a busted face from training.😛

Sorry if this is a bit disorganized. Hope it makes sense.

Anyway, help me out. Any recommendations?

If you aren't allowed to promote specific clubs here, just shoot me a DM. Not sure how the rules work on this place.

Look... since you're already over on the East Side, it might be a mistake not to try out a few sessions at the local MMA academy (www.ufktresnjevka.hr). If you want to learn wrestling basics without going too hard on it, maybe start there until you get the fundamentals down, then switch to something more striking-focused.😉

ruggedrider81 said:I try to squeeze in some push-ups, sit-ups, and pull-ups daily, though I've been skipping them lately due to a shoulder injury. Since my schedule doesn't allow for long cardio sessions, I make sure to have one "killer" workout per week. I usually mix running with sprints, hill climbs, stair runs, jumping over benches, and squat walks to hit as many muscle groups as possible. I attempt to change at least one variable in every session, whether it’s the exercise order, the route, or the pace. I particularly enjoy the stair runs—very 🙂 style—but they are incredibly taxing, especially once you start feeling a bit lightheaded...🙂

I have a run that takes about seven minutes from my house.
The terrain is uneven, which adds extra effort, and it's uphill too.
It's exhausting...

Ryan Fowler6 said:Aside from the various martial arts enthusiasts, those Wing Chun or Jeet Kune Do types who spend all their time bickering over whose master is legitimate, who said what to whom, or trying to prove their specific style is the one true path,
is there anyone else on this forum actually interested in discussing their training sessions? I mean, sharing experiences regarding methodology, how we approach drills, our skill levels, or just general thoughts on training? It might be useful if we shared some insights.

My college schedule was a complete disaster this semester, so finding time for training was difficult. I started running five times a week and doing some bodyweight and dumbbell strength work three days a week—nothing intense, really. Just enough to stay functional. I am also trying to get a few friends back into it so we can train together more often.
And, well... heavy bag work.

Take a look at www.replikart.com.
If they don't have what you need, I suppose you could order them in cold steel through those guys.
Maybe try www.maestralprom.com

Rebecca Smith4 said:I seem to recall someone posting a link here for a shop—a local one, if memory serves—that sold bokken and training gear. They were designed so the handles looked just like a standard katana's, and I think the "blade" was either wrapped in some sort of material or just painted, though I'm not entirely certain.

Could someone perhaps remind me of the name of that shop?
😢I can't find it.

www.paart.com

In case anyone else needs it...