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I don't want to derail this thread too much, but I figured I’d pop in here under the MMA topic to ask a few things about training.
Basically, I’m looking to get back into some kind of shape and actually pick up some technique—you know, hand strikes, kicks, grappling, all that. Initially, I was thinking about Sambo or maybe Combat Sambo, but since we don't really have that here in the States, someone suggested I just go straight into MMA.
Since my goal isn't exactly to go out there and beat people up in competitions—and considering I haven't done any martial arts before and I'm "already" 26—I guess I'm wondering if it's possible to train more recreationally? Like, what would the sparring situation look like for someone in my position?
There's a gym near the University of Washington area in Seattle, if I'm remembering correctly, so if anyone has experience training around there, I'd love to hear it.
That's all for now.
Thanks.
Basically, I’m looking to get back into some kind of shape and actually pick up some technique—you know, hand strikes, kicks, grappling, all that. Initially, I was thinking about Sambo or maybe Combat Sambo, but since we don't really have that here in the States, someone suggested I just go straight into MMA.
Since my goal isn't exactly to go out there and beat people up in competitions—and considering I haven't done any martial arts before and I'm "already" 26—I guess I'm wondering if it's possible to train more recreationally? Like, what would the sparring situation look like for someone in my position?
There's a gym near the University of Washington area in Seattle, if I'm remembering correctly, so if anyone has experience training around there, I'd love to hear it.
That's all for now.
Thanks.