Posts by Laura Martin3

I find it difficult to believe that anything will truly surpass films like "Clash of the Titans" or "John Carter"—honestly, where do we even go from there? Are there any other movies out there that capture that specific style? Perhaps "Immortals"? To me, they all seem to share the exact same vibe. They feel like they were constructed entirely from a template—offering a handful of flashy, high-budget scenes, yet lacking any real substance and remaining incredibly easy to forget.
There is always an audience waiting for mythological blockbusters—so I assume that is exactly what they are counting on; in other words, they are looking to fill that specific niche.
The casting isn't exactly bad—I mean, Gerard Butler is solid—but I can't say I'm feeling particularly optimistic about this one.

Sam Roberts said:Got some Krav Maga at the expo. For self-defense, it’s alright, I guess, but there are better options out there. They also have Aikido at the expo—the only kind worth actually learning. If you want that classic Japanese style with all the tradition, go with Aikido. If you just want pure panic and groin strikes, stick to KM. 😁

There's also UFC Crows, though some people say they aren't all that. Don't have any first-hand experience with them myself.

Thanks—that doesn't sound half bad at all!
Who would you recommend for MMA training in general around the Chicago area?

Greetings, everyone,
I was wondering if anyone could point me toward a solid martial arts club in New York City—honestly, the specific discipline isn't my primary concern right now. I am mostly looking for some honest feedback and personal experiences from those of you who have been there.
If you don't have any specific recommendations for the city, what would you generally suggest for someone starting out in a major metropolitan area like this?

Ideally, I’m looking for something like MMA—you know, something recreational, yet intense enough to be rewarding.
I did some Wing Chun training back during my college years a few years ago—it was a decent experience, certainly.

EDIT: Oh, I almost forgot—I’ve also been considering Krav Maga. Does anyone here happen to have any firsthand experience with that?