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Any good martial arts movies of Japan? Would you suggest any good martial arts movies/series of Japan aside from Kuro-obi and Shinobi.

I am looking for live in martial arts programs in Japan and Korea. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks? I am already familiar with the Yoshinkan Aikido programs. I am looking for Karate, Kempo, Hapkido, and other Aikido programs that may exist. Housing does not have to be provided but is preferred if available. The program must be training intensive. Thank you.

Martial Arts/Academies in Japan? I'm from England, and I'm in my Gap Year. I have 5 months to see the world. I've already done all of Europe, and most of the USA. I've been enthralled with Martial Arts my entire life, but want to take it one step further and practise them in their origin. I've considered Thailand and China, but I would really prefer Japan. Is there any way to intensively study martial arts in Japan as a foreigner that speaks little Japanese? Preferably in an affordable way?

Work / Martial Arts in Japan? Hello- I am an American with questions regarding work and martial arts in Japan. I greatly desire to relocate to asia and study martial arts with every ounce of free time I find available. I was curious what kind of employment opportunities I could find in Japan as well as the odds of getting trained by a good master considering I am a westerner. The ideal goal would be no work and just train but I don't think that will pay for food and what not :) Thanks for any responses. To the first reply-- Considering all these arts including your BJJ began somewhere in asia sometime ago and is an offspring of an asian style I'll just pretend you didn't say that. I want some authentic focused training not being in a class with 20 other students. Well. Thanks for replying but you obiosuly do not know what you are talking about. I like MMA plenty but to say Japan only has a few respectable styles is insane. Japan has numerous styles and BJJ is not better or worse than any of them. It all depends on who is doing which style and how hard they have trained.

Martial arts summer camp in Japan? I'm looking for a martial arts summer camp in Japan, preferably for a months time. Any ideas?

Can you tell me which one the best Martial Arts? Philippine Martial Arts Chinese Martial Arts Korean Martial Arts Japan Martial Arts Thailand Martial Arts Laosian Martial Arts Cambodian Martial Arts Indonesian Martial Arts Russian Martial Arts American Martial Arts

is there any martial arts that roots in both china,japan,and korea? thanks everyone i look up tang soo do and it's more of a korean martial art. i found out there's a kenpo karate and both kenpo and karate have chinese and japanese roots.

how do japan promote in martial arts? do they give belts or tell you youv passed

Where did Martial Arts orginate from Japan or China?

what are schools of martial arts called in japan?

can you get a martial arts scholarship in korea or japan? im from hawaii and i was wondering if i could get a martial arts scholarship at an international university in korea or japan. im almost a second dan in taekwondo( ive been a first dan for 4 years, i moved a lot) and i was thinking about going to college overseas. i know that universities like international students and was wondering if my martial arts would help me get into one? my grades are fairly good. i average a 3.5-3.7ish gpa. also im half korean if that helps. any info would be appreciated

I want to study a Martial Art in either China or Japan. How do I go about looking into this? Hi! Basically, I would like to go to China/Japan for a few months and dedicate my time to Martial Arts. I have seen a few Kung Fu training academys in China on the net, but I don't know how reputable they are. Has anyone ever been to or know of anything like this? Where you pay to study Martial Arts 24/7?? Thank you in advance!

does learning martial arts like going to japan to learn the real experience cost money?? i mean for the training not food or translators or planes stuff just the training

How can I fund full time martial arts? I want to be a full time martial artist. There are temples in Northern and southern china, as well as japan, where I can live and study martial arts. The problem is, how do I do that 24/7 and have the money to pay for it? By the way, my parents want me to have computer job, so I will receive no funding from family. Any suggestions?

Should I compete in martial arts tournaments again? I semi retired in 2000 aged 27 after 11 years of competing. I felt I retired too young, but did so because I suffered a brain aneurysm that year. I also stopped tarining at the karate club I had been at since 1992, returning briefly in 2003 only to find I had been stripped of my grades and had to start from scratch. This was not acceptable to me, I was unhappy about it. I then trained in other martial arts and trained also in China and Japan with real masters. It was a privelege for me to do so. Recently I was contacted by promoters of an all styles tournament, asking me if I would like to participate. I would like tom having had the all clear from the hospital this year, but as I now teach martial arts (since 2007) , it is years since I sparred with anyone here and my students are beginner level. I am interested, but don't want to be humilated. And yet for my level I would be expected to enter at black belt and above level. So is it foolish for me to do this? The interesting thing about teh brain trauma is the doctors told me it was not caused by any blows to the head - as a successful competitor at teh time I cannot even remember anyone landing a single blow to the head. They said it was stress related. I gues sthe fire never goes out of you, though I feel I am more mature than the arrogant 27 year old I was then. I would like to know if the skills I have learned in tai chi (combative sense) and wing chun could be successful for me as the wado and shotokan styles were for me in karate competition. I just think I can improve by competing again. I miss it!

Is Ninjitsu really a dead art? What do you think, is ninjitsu, a famed martial art in japan really dead, or do you think some schools in japan are trying to revive the art? Also, is there any ninjitsu schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth area?

Is there any Martial Art that originates from England? (Not Bartitsu)? Im from England as you probably already guessed and most Martial Arts originate from China, Japan ect. The only one that i know originated from England is Bartisu is there anymore?

Would you list down the martial arts of each country for me, please? Not the different styles of martial arts of a coutry, you know, like Japan has different style of Karate and China has many styles of Kung Fu. Just the martial art. Please and thank you! I just want to see the background of the country through the list you'll hopefully post. So, that I'll know if the country is gritty, and dangerous or is it full of rich people. Because somehow, the more violent a country is, the more violent their martial art is. Like the Krav Maga of Israel.

hai where did martial arts originate from? why was it developed? and by whom? is it from japan, or by the buddhist monks or from some other country?

If I become martial arts teacher do you think I can end up in Japan? I live in US and am military brat but my benefits will expire to do military hop to Tokyo..I wish to go and see friend how do I do?

Extended Tourist Visa in Japan for American? How many times? How do I persuade the immigration office? I plan on competing in Mixed Martial Arts in Japan but I need to be available all day to train and compete in amateur competition with the Shooto organization. So, work visa is out of the question and japanese language classes (pre college visa) would cut down on my training time. I have to compete in amateur regionals to prove myself and it might take 6months to a year to get promoted to pro. I have around $180k saved up from personal earnings from my small business in the US. Would that help my case?

Part I-Can you name stars of these classic Chinese martial arts movies? My room mate from Japan and her boyfriend have 160 Japanese and Chinese movies. I'll give movies and a star or two of them. You name another star of each movie. Ten points for whoever names the most! 1. Blood Brothers (1973)- stars Ching Li, Ti Lung and... 2. Bloodfight- Bolo Yeung and... 3. Body Weapon (1999)- Angie Cheong... 4. Bruce Li: The Invincible- Lin Yang-Yang 5. Chinese Hercules- Bolo Yeung 6. City Hunter (1992)- Jackie Chan, Gary Daniels... 7. Edge of Fury (1978)- Donna Lei... 8. Fearless Hyena I & II- .. 9. Fearless- Jet Li... 10. Fist of the Double K- Chen Cheng.. 11. Hero- Jet Li, Zhang Ziyi.. 12. House of Flying Daggers- Zhang Ziyi.. 13. Image of Bruce Lee- Donna Lei.. 14. Kung Fu Stars- Chen Wai-Ying.. 15. Meltdown (2001)- Jet Li, Charlie Young.. 16. Mister Nice Guy- Jackie Chan.. 17. Rage of the Masters- Wang Yu.. 18. Rumble in the Bronx- Francoise Yip.. 19. Scandalous Warlord (1979)- Shao Yin-Yin, Lin Yang-Yang.. 20. 36th Shaolin Chamber (1977)... 21. Shaolin Mantis- Lily Lee, David Chiang... Several people gave good answers here, so it'll be hard to choose a Best Answer. One person didn't answer the question and was insultingt too. My friends say that is a violation that should be reported.

Is my style of martial arts teaching too hard for students? I teach tai chi, karate and kung fu, having over 20 years experience, and have trained in China and Japan. In those countries, the teaching is very strict, and while I am strict with my students, I do make it fun too, always ask them are they enjoying their training. As in China, I teach in the open air, as to rent a gym is an expense I would have to pass on to students, which I don't want to do. There has been a dop in students though, particularly as winter starts to bite. I know the trainingis not easy, but I feel it is made too comfortable sometimes, by the coffee house style of some of the gyms / mcdojos I have been to. I simply wish to raise the standard of training, and to train outside is hard, and yet there are many sunday league football games where you train in rainy, damp, cold conditions. So what's the answer? I want students to enjoy their class, but benefit too. The only way is hard work, and be regular. Am I way off on this one?

Does anyone know any legit martial art schools or ninja schools in Japan? Im looking for a sort of martial art acdemy or ninja school where you can live there in the school and train sort of like a private acdemy or martial art monk temple.

The best martial arts among all martial arts.? Which is the best martial arts: 1. Kung-fu(china) 2. Aikido(japan) 3. Karate(Japan) 4. Judo(Japan) 5. Taekwondo(Korea) Please don't answer "____ is best for _____years old." These martial arts are the most useful. Please don't add the martial arts that uses weapons. Also, please explain why. I asked this question out of my interest since I have studied most of them and if its by majority....it would be unknown. In my country they say its Taekwondo. In others they say its Kung-fu, Aikido and others.

Are there martial art academies in japan with student homes? Im moving to Japan next year so im trying to look for a martial art acdemy or school. Sort of like a regular school but only for martial arts where you go everyday for 5 or 8 hours BUT THEY ONLY TEACH MARTIAL ARTS. I have heard of schools that teach different martial arts like jujustsu monday karate tuesday ect.. but theres one problem see i need to find a place to live im 17 and i have heard that they have student homes for people that attened the school so if any one could give me a specific name of a martial art school that would be great. I would like the name of a really good school. I prefer a school wear i donw have to do tons of chores and crap like that I do not want to be some servant i just want to train not do chores

Do you think i should leave America to learn Martial Arts? In my line of work martial arts and self defense is absolutly crucial, before i take this job i need to become incredible at martial arts. i feel as though in america, its mostly scrubs teaching for high prices who hold out on you, so you keep going im open minded n adventurous so i dont mind going to like japan for a year to learn from a master, I need to learn Ninjutsu preferably, or maybe go to israel to learn krav maga, what do you think

Is it true in martial arts? Is there any concept of "RED BELT" in martial arts. is it superior to the black belt. I have heard that there is a person in japan who is "RED BELT" in degree. Is it true

Martial arts regulations? Has everyone noticed that martial arts in America has become like a fast food restruant? Its kinda sad to say but it really has went to the dogs. A place down the road from my dojo has a program that you can get your black belt in 1 year. Just the other day I was talking to a lady that said she pays 90 dollars a month for a year long contract so her son can learn self defense. The dojo was of course an ameriquest or whatever they change it to everymonth. Anese, ameriquest and so forth. My point is shouldn't there be regulations on martial arts in this country. To many video educated "senseis" are getting out there teaching stuff they don't know and the public is too stupid to know the diference. My question is that will America ever have regulations and laws inforced on martial arts like Japan to prevent self taught senseis from teaching.

Which is a more powerful martial art, Shaolin Kung Fu or Jujitsu? I want to start martial arts but i'm caught between these two which from what i've always studied about Japanese and Chinese history, are the most powerful martial arts from the country they come from, China= Kung Fu, Japan= Jujitsu. So which is more powerful?

what type of style should i do and how to find a good martial arts school ? i have been looking for a martial arts school i would like to be in a muay thai kick boxing class when i called some gyms and ask them what type of fighting style i get so many answers that dont really help like they would say we do everything or they say we do original karate or they say its a korean style or a japan style what are they trying to say because wehn they tell me this it doesnt really help

Is teaching some groups of children martial arts a mission impossible? This is my wifes account, hence the lady's name on the profile. I am male, and a martial arts instructor of 20 years experience. Recently I was asked to teach a group of schoolchildren, aged 7-10 and for all but one of the weekly classes, some children have been disruptive and not paid attention. I have spent little time teaching this group martial arts, instead I have had to split them up when one claims the other pushed him / her. Their focus is poor even though I know from other groups I teach their focus is fine, they listen and improve lesson on lesson. I like some of the children in the group who really try, the others...well I wonder if the parents are using this lesson as a cheap babysitting session. I am a former champion and have competed in UK, US, Europe, Japan and China. I know my style of karate, Kung fu and Tai chi well, and though I teach privately, mainly 1-2-1 sessions...every one of my students has done well. I think some of the children could potentially be great, it is a shame the other kids spoil it for them. The teacher at the school who initially brought me on board wrote me this email today: "> I don't know why but it seems to be difficult controlling the children > to run a martial arts club of any kind. I know the y3s are difficult > and spoil it for the ones who are trying to develop skills. Im not sure > of what the right thing is to do, but I don't feel its working." I feel the same. This course was to last to Christmas and then beyond if it was working. I humbly say I am a good student, competitor and teacher. I feel I have much to offer these children, but am I to lose this one, and just move on, because two other schools I teach are great, they listen and work hard! What would you do in my position, because frankly, I teach those who wan to learn, those who can't be bothered, or disrupt others, well is it best just to finish the program with this school? I think maybe the teacher feels I don't control them enough. Any advice would be great. Thank you.

Martial Artists: What books on Budo have influenced your Martial Arts Attitude? Mine have been: 1. Karate-Do by Gichin Funakoshi 2. Karate-Jitsu by Gichin Funakoshi 3. The Art of War by Lao Tzu 4. The 1968 Black Belt Magazine Yearbook 5. Bushido, The Soul of Japan by Inazo Nitobe

Martial Arts College? Hey, I'm interested in going to a martial arts college after highschool, preferably in Japan. Does anyone know one that someone from the US could apply to and possibly get scholarships? I know about the one in bridgeport but I'm looking for a different country and a different art other than tae kwon do and taiji.

Where can I find dojos in Japan? I'm looking for places to practice martial arts in Japan, particularly Osaka. Any idea how I can find them?

What is (or are) the primary martial arts styles that come from or are practiced in Thailand.? If you happened to catch the Miss Universe Pageant broadcast on worldwide television last night live from Viet Nam, you may have seen that the Winner of the National Costume competition came from Thailand. The contestant --Gavintra Photijak -- struck a menacing martial arts pose for her publicity stills, as well as when she first posed for the broadcast cameras in the opening parade of contestants. She was definately very eye-catching and different. See her picture here: http://www.missuniverse.com/mainevent/costume.html The history behind the development and spread of various martial arts styles and forms across the Orient and indeed, the world, is rich and varied. Tae Kwon Do comes from Korea (correct me if I am wrong). My style of Karate (Shotokan) comes from Japan. But what is the style of martial arts that comes from Thailand, and was it first developed in a neighboring country? Or was it totally the brain child of some Thai Master from centuries past?

How to get to Japan/China? Ok. So I am planning a trip to go to either China or Japan next summer to study martial arts there and maybe Chinese medecine. Does anybody have any advice on how I could make this happen? Maybe some program that I could go with for some time, and then break off to spend the rest of my tme training. Any advice would be greatly appreciated Well I am planning on doing this before college so I think it rules out teaching. Any other ideas? Thanks for those ideas anyways.

What type of Visa do I need for one Year stay in Japan? I want to travel to japan to increase my knowleged of martial arts and I want to stay at least for one year to train. Do I need a student visa or something that involes learning?

Do traditional Japanese martial arts schools exist? I mean, not in the sense that they exist. There are probably a huge load of schools in Japan where you can take lessons of about any martial art. What i'm wondering if there are TRADITIONAL schools where you can go and study the arts in a traditional way...like really old school. To be honnest, I'd like to know if there still exists a school high up in the mountains where there's barely any electricity, no noise and where just learn some stuff. I might seem like the dumb canadian guy with a simple ignorant mind but I've never been to Japan (sadly) and I was wondering...and I guess watching the Last Samurai might have had an effect on this question. Bottom line: is there a traditional school where i could learn (and maybe spend a lot of time) studying and learning under traditional conditions?

i am studying martial arts and i wonder what place has the best training ,schools, masters. china ,korea,japan

Problem with martial arts ranks? I have noticed a lot of complaints about ranking in this martial arts section.Lets start at the begining.The founders of modern karate FUNAKOSHI /MOTOBU/MABUNI etc.never possesed any rank before introducing their arts to JAPAN.Rank was unheard of on OKINAWA but to be accepted into the list of JAPANESE MARTIAL ARTS they had to accept the ranking structure established in KENDO//JUDO//AIKIDO etc.The BUDO KAI which was the governing authority awarded them ranks of 5th(godan) ranking.This is a master teacher rank which simply means he knows his stuff and can teach it .Where their ranks like 6th 7th dan and above came from I don't know but I can assure you they didn't sit any test for them. Rank is subjective to the respect you extend to the holder of that rank.As in the armed forces you salute the rank not the man.Anyone who introduces himself promotes himself and insists on being called "MASTER" PROBABLY ISN'T. Karate.2savvy.com http://komatsubushi.proboards76.com/index.cgi

Does anybody know of any temples that will train anybody in martial arts for a little or no cost? This type of training would be found usually in China, Thailand, Pacific Islands, and sometimes Japan although any country would work. The monastery should preferably have pretty intense training sessions as well as a great deal of spiritual training.

Why is there a martial art for everything in Japan.? In japanese martial arts, theres an art for everything... Hand-to-Hand - Jujutsu Sword - Kenjutsu, Kendo Spear - Sojutsu Staff - Bojutsu Shurikenjutsu, jojutsu, ect. Why aren't they all taught in the same art like Kung Fu. Typically Kung Fu teaches all weapons... Theres no such thing as a chinese art that teaches weapons only. School vary, but no matter what if you want to learn how to use a chinese straight sword, you have to do Kung Fu, and learn Hand-to-Hand and other weapons, but in Japanese martial arts, if i want to learn just the Katana, i learn Kenjutsu or Kendo.

lndonesian martial arts is superior to Japanese martial arts.? When Kublai Khan's army invaded Japan. The Japanese martial artist (using their inbred fighting system) lost! [but they were spared because of that damn storm] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kublai_Khan#Invasions_of_Japan But when Kublai Kan's army met the Indonesians, the invaders lost. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singhasari This proves that Indonesian fighting arts is superior to Japanese fighting arts.

Why do Boxing and Martial Arts ring announcers draw the contestants names out? I was watching some old K1 the other night and the ring anouncer said "... and from the red stage we have Remy Booooooooonjaaaaaaaaskiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii" Why dont they just say Remy Bonjaski? I have noticed that this happens with both boxing and martial arts fights in the western world. i.e. in Japan they dont seem to do this. Can anyone explain why?

What is the Chinese word for Teacher or Instructor? In Japan martial arts teachers are referred to as "Sensei" but China, what are the martial arts instructors referred to as?

How did he got his black belt so fast, without any background in martial arts whatsoever ?? I've read on wikipedia some days ago on some american martial artist who is now some sort of fighters legend. I'm sorry, I forgot his name . He was stationed in Japan after ww2 as a soldier. He didn't had any martial or fighter expirience before he got there and that was when he started to train at (forgot again) japanese dojo. He has earned his black belt in a mere 7 months ! I mean , colud someone be that big of a talent , or how much did they had to train. My god that is a man to take as an idol ... He was a soldier and as one i presume he had his obligations towards the army he had to fufill on a daily basiss so he colud . I guess train max 5 hours a day. But still....whow And if you think it was a Mc'Dojo you're wrong.

Which country do you think has the best martial arts? And out of that country which is your favorite? Japan, China, Korea, Brazil, Philippines, U.S.A., ect. My friend and I were arguing about this so we decided to have outside opinions. I happened to have a few favorites. 1. Japan-Ninjutsu 2. Japan-Aikido 3. China-Wushu 4. Korea-Tang Soo Do

What type of Japanese martial arts should I take? Ok, well I told my dad I wanted to take martial arts, so he told me I could either take Japanese or Filipino martial arts--As to honor my heritage, and since there's so many martial arts relating to Japan and the Philippines, so it's very hard for me to choose. I'm 5'5" and I tend to work with bladed weapons and my punching and kicking is stronger than the average twelve-year-old. I've heard of Kendo and Aikido (and of course those two are excellent courses to take), but my dad said to choose only one. So if I take Kendo, I'll be missing out on the defensive grappling moves of Aikido, and if I take Aikido, I'll be missing out on the honorable way of the samurai that's in Kendo. I'm really confused. Little help?

Why do martial arts practicers wear tabi shoes (split-toe shoes)? I see ninjas wearing tabi shoes in movies and stuff, but if I recall correctly, ninjas didn't wear tabi in real life. And I see martial arts people practicing bujinkan and such in tabi, but I don't see how that started since ninjas never wore them. However, I think tabi are really cool looking and I'm considering getting a pair for excercise. I hear they have great grip, so what kind of sports could I participate in with them? And where can I get a pair? I called several local karate places, and they don't sell them. Do I have to go to Japan or something?

can i go to asia and devote years of my life to training martial arts with no cost? my best friend was telling me about martial arts magazine ads that say that you can go to japan or some place in asia if you give up three or four years of your life to train in martial arts. i want to know if this is true or not because if it is, then thats my fallback because i can't join the military

Martial Arts movie forgot name? A movie about some people in china or japan, they have a elephant and some people kill the protector of the elephant and the mans son goes to get revenge.

Which Martial Arts? I want to get into a martial art for a number of reason - I enjoy oriental culture (especially Japan's culture). I also would like to get into shape, Im a little overweight and believe it would help me feel better about my self-image. I also would like to have an outlet for relaxing, and stress releif, also to have a hobby. And having it for sparing matches with my friends wouldn't be so bad either. I would like to have a martial arts that focuses on kicks, locks, and some weapons like a staff and swords. Which is best for me?

martial arts visa? Can you get a visa that allows you to study martial arts and let you work a little to support yourself in japan

could martial arts explain low crime rate? okay, it is a fairly well established fact that higher crime follows higher population density. Give the same areas, places where people are packed in tend to have more crime. But then you have places like japan where you have high population and fairly low crime. I'm wondering if martial arts has something to do with that. Martial arts to japanese is like baseball / basketball to americans. Every child just about ends up taking these classes / sports. But in martial arts you learn self defense and discipline. Could the teaching of self-defense to such a high % of the population be the reason for such a lower crime rate compared to population density? well i know for a fact that gun laws dont affect crime rates, as places in ireland go around beating people to death with golf clubs. Also in areas of the US where gun ownership is the highest, there is the lowest crime rate. Also, in japan, there are many poor people, so poverty doesn't really mean that there is a higher crime rate, although i can understand why it might increase crime rate.

what martial art uses kicks punches(duh)and swords that are from japan?in the Philippines please teach me? i wanna kick punch and slice stuff

What were the five most influential martial arts books in your life? For me, the five most influential martial arts books were: 1. THE WAY OF KARATE (1963) by George E. Mattson 2. KARATE'S HISTORY AND TRADITIONS (1968) by Bruce A. Haines 3. THE 1968 BLACK BELT MAGAZINE YEARBOOK [Though not a book, this particular magazine edition hit me hard.] 4. ZEN FLESH, ZEN BONES (1957) by Paul Reps 5. 'BUSHIDO: The Soul of Japan' (1900) by Inazo Nitobe These were the initial readings which reinforced and colored my youthful martial arts obsession..

Is it crazy to enter this mixed martial arts tournament? I have been training for over 21 years in martial arts. First, Karate, then Wing Chun Kung Fu, later, Yang and Chen Tai Chi. I have not trained at a club for 7 years, so lack regular sparring practice. Recently I got invited to enter a MMA tournament and they found my MA site, where I encourage students to train with me on a personal basis because in the last 7 years, I have trained in China and Japan. The rules are that you enter as a black belt if you have trained for four years or more. But my last grades were taken off me by my former instructor who said I had to start again from white after missing some time through ill health. Is it crazy to think I could actually compete well with these guys - or should I say no thanks I instruct now, not compete...!? Thanks. My grades (of that style) were removed by the instructor. Although I thought it was fair I would have to prove myself again, I thought it unfair to have to train with the novices, not because I had a problem with that, but it was obvious I had a greater technical ability and fitness than them. I left the club and have'nt looked back. I believe I am competent but still wish to improve. I feel it is exciting to compete again, and I did okay in China and Japan against some very good stylists. I just would like to perform well at this tournament, and not get beaten easily or embarrassed. I don't mind to lose, although if I turn up, it is to win - but you can always learn from the best. How can I perfect my skills if I just practise myself. The tournament may be the only place to find people of my standard and above. I know what you are saying - how can I get sound advice when you don't know my ability (or lack of!!) - but I hope some of you have MA experience, as I have been out of the arena for a while it is good to hear from those who are still involved, for those interested my site is at http://www.121martialarts.com - thank you.

Yo is creating your own martial art a good idea? Ive been training in karate for 10 years and its the only thing that i can actually say that im good at. i read books and studied documentaries concerning martial arts and even read some of bruce lee's books,trying to figure out if creating a martial arts style that would actually work not only on the street,but in a real fully organized dojo would stand the test of time. some styles that originated in okinawa japan are heard of today but some styles arent. anyway if your a sensi or just a lover of martial arts can u answer this Queston? Can u create a style in this era that not only attaches to the practitioner, but to time. and if u say yes will it still hold the love and flow of creating ones full potiential rise? and oh yeah. im 17

Please name a martial art involving swordsmenship? I am looking for the same of several different martial arts that teach a specific swordfighting style. I know most if not all martial arts have some limited swordfighting, so im talking about swordfighting specific arts. Please do not answer kendo, No offense to kendo practitioners but kendo was invented when swords were no longer allowed in japan so i challenge its effectiveness.

Martial Arts Question on Ninjutsu? Is it really Possible to Unlock your hidden potential locked inside? I read somewhere that Ninja's of Feudal Japan along time ago where masters of unlocking the Hidden potential and they where able to pull of stunning feats such as jumping from the ground to ontop of a building of somesort I Also Heard somewhere that the Human body puts up mental blocks from reaching your full potential and there is blocks when surpassed your power advances and your muscles joints and bones would start breaking and ripping is this all true?

Best countries in these major combat sports? Which countries produce the greatest fighters in these combat sports? I tried but I couldn't come up with very good picks see if you agree or not? 1) MMA - USA and Brazil. Maybe Japan 2) Kickboxing icluding Muay Thai. Thailand 3) Olympic Wrestling. Eastern european countries and USA 4) Boxing. Russia and US. 5) Judo. European countries and Japan 6) Traditional Martial arts (TKD, Karate etc) ?? 7) Jujitsu - Brazil. USA and Japan.

how can i tell if a dojo is legit? i want a dojo that will teach me martial arts,and i want them to want me to learn it,and i don't want to run into a McDojo, but if you ask me,if i really want a legit dojo,then i would have to travel to japan and learn martial arts,but as of now i cant,soooo yeah.

who can fill me in on this reiki thing? apperently it is a healing style of martial arts from japan and many american theripist swear by it. but, by what i've read so far via internet access it sounds like a bunch of witchdoctory b.s. on a contrary point, i have been to one of these theripsit and granted he was vary good and did help me out a great deal. so, anyone out there with an opinion, i'd be glad to hear it.

what do you have to do to teach english in japan? i really want to be a english teacher in japan when i grow up and live ther because i love the culture and i also specialize in ther martial arts and one more question even though i know it sounds stupid but do you think they sell katana swords in japan well are they easy to find as easy as they are here to find and do they sell ther own antiques of ther culture over ther again i know this question sounds stupid but i just wanted to make it final

Is there a martial art that could be considered "American"? I've always wondered that. Brazil has BJJ and Capoeria, the UK has catch wrestling and Queensbury boxing, France has Savate, China has wushu, Isreal has krav maga, Korea has TKD and Hapkido, Japan has Karate, Judo and many other arts, Thailand has Muay Thai, and Indonesia has Penjak. However, for a country that's 230 years old and has had much conflict in its history, there seems to be no martial art that could be considered truly "American". The 2 arts that could probably be considered the closest to being considered American martial arts would be "Dirty Fighting" (Which are simply banned Queensbury boxing rules and a few rudimentry wrestling moves combined) and American Kempo, which has a philosiphy that is American, but it's hardly a widespread art in this country as TKD is in Korea and BJJ and Capoeria is in Brazil. If I'm sounding ignorant about other fighting styles that are taking root in the USA, please correct me. Thank you :) http://www.martialtalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28561&page=3 How to disarm "Pistol-Fu".