Interesting discussion with some deep points. I come from both a traditional and combat sports background. I like combat sports more, because I enjoy the competitive nature, the fact that I can spar safely, and the focus on a small skillset. However, traditional arts, particularly internal arts, have been very important for not only health and longevity, but also things such as: Skeletal/structural alignment, body integration (so mechanics + structure), relaxation + more precise ways of issuing power, powerful weapons I can use in self-defense, and intricate "in-between" skills such as spinning/push hands, which directly translates to the sensitivity aspect of clinching & grappling. I really should add that I don't particularly care about self-defense anymore. Well, of course I care about having the skill, intention and awareness to defend myself and those around me, but long gone are the days where I actively conceive of such ideas in my mind. I'm very confident in my ability to not find trouble, and if trouble finds me, to diffuse and extract myself. If the shit doesn't allow that, then all weapons will be deployed with extreme prejudice.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I agree with everything you said as well. Traditional gives great power, longevity, strength and structural powers. Sports give competition and freedom, both are such important aspects to Martial Arts. I am on the same wavelength as you are - I like both and feel like both of them have something to offer. The older I get, the more I step into the role of a coach however and compete less and less. But we do tournaments, fights, and championships against other schools once every 2 month. So we are all still very active! Thanks for watching and sharing!
I completely agree with your point, but I have been in groups explaining this to MMA enthusiasts about Traditional Martial Arts. However, I gave up on the argument because I was exhausted by the debate. Ever since I learned FMA, it has significantly improved my perspective on self-defense. Unfortunately, can no longer see a martial arts store like I did before purchase a pair of Escrima sticks. or buy some TMA things like before..
FMA is one of my most favorite Styles of Martial Arts! A weapon based system is highest imperative in today’s day and age. Most anyone who attacks you will have a weapon FMA teaches us to attack and defend using blades, sticks, batons, and machetes! Great stuff. Thanks for tuning in, and for sharing your story with me!! Have a great day!
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Thanks so much for watching and commenting!!
Interesting discussion with some deep points.
I come from both a traditional and combat sports background. I like combat sports more, because I enjoy the competitive nature, the fact that I can spar safely, and the focus on a small skillset. However, traditional arts, particularly internal arts, have been very important for not only health and longevity, but also things such as:
Skeletal/structural alignment, body integration (so mechanics + structure), relaxation + more precise ways of issuing power, powerful weapons I can use in self-defense, and intricate "in-between" skills such as spinning/push hands, which directly translates to the sensitivity aspect of clinching & grappling.
I really should add that I don't particularly care about self-defense anymore. Well, of course I care about having the skill, intention and awareness to defend myself and those around me, but long gone are the days where I actively conceive of such ideas in my mind. I'm very confident in my ability to not find trouble, and if trouble finds me, to diffuse and extract myself. If the shit doesn't allow that, then all weapons will be deployed with extreme prejudice.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinions on the matter. I agree with everything you said as well. Traditional gives great power, longevity, strength and structural powers.
Sports give competition and freedom, both are such important aspects to Martial Arts. I am on the same wavelength as you are - I like both and feel like both of them have something to offer.
The older I get, the more I step into the role of a coach however and compete less and less. But we do tournaments, fights, and championships against other schools once every 2 month. So we are all still very active!
Thanks for watching and sharing!
I completely agree with your point, but I have been in groups explaining this to MMA enthusiasts about Traditional Martial Arts. However, I gave up on the argument because I was exhausted by the debate. Ever since I learned FMA, it has significantly improved my perspective on self-defense. Unfortunately, can no longer see a martial arts store like I did before purchase a pair of Escrima sticks. or buy some TMA things like before..
FMA is one of my most favorite Styles of Martial Arts! A weapon based system is highest imperative in today’s day and age. Most anyone who attacks you will have a weapon FMA teaches us to attack and defend using blades, sticks, batons, and machetes! Great stuff. Thanks for tuning in, and for sharing your story with me!! Have a great day!