Martial art?

Question

Whats a good martial art to take up for a 36 year old who has no experience whatsoever?

Answer 1

If you have a friend that is currently training somewhere, go there. It is always nice to have a friend to workout with. If not, then find a school that is near your home or work and go there. It is also good to have a school that is convenient to get to.



The style of Martial Art you choose is totally up to you, so choose what interests you. There is no single Art that anyone can honestly recommend to you. Most will obviously recommend their Art and hype it with words. The truth is all Arts are beneficial and it is completely up to you to make whatever Art you choose a success for you.



The most important thing is get started and keep going. It will be tough at first, but it will get easier very quickly.



Have fun!

Answer 2

Hello,



I've been a Martial Artist for well over 35 years and hold black belts in four Arts. The past 10 years I have been learning and teaching the Art of Kenpo Karate. Kenpo is a awesome self defense Art with devastating techniques, like nothing I have studied in the past.



Go to youtube.com an check out some Kenpo demos by, Larry Tatum, Jeff Speakman, Frank Soto and Ed Parker just to name a few. Then take a look in your phone book for a Kenpo School in your area, go and watch a few classes, ask some questions, etc. If by chance your ph. book does not show any listings give your Martial Art Supply Store a call and ask them if they know of anyone teaching the Art of Kenpo.



Don't give up, enjoy the demos and good luck with your choce.

Answer 3

any art you like. You are not too old or too worn to start at a martial art. I practice both aikido and capoeira. Aikido is more gentle and less physical then other arts which makes it great for even people at high age (some students are well over 60). But even in capoeira which is very physical, we have a student that is over 40 and he still does not have a problem doing the most intricate acrobatics at age of 36 you may not be a spring chicken anymore but you are far from worn.

Answer 4

Any of them. Just go out and start looking at the schools near you. Take a class or two at each school and keep notes on what you thought about the school, the others in class, the instructors, everything. Once you have been to all the classes near you go back and eval. the notes. Which ever one you liked the most and fits you then that is what you train in. Be Happy that is the best way to get the best out of any system. Don't let anyone, here or elsewhere, tell you what is best or worst. There is no such thing, it is all about what you like and want.

Answer 5

Any martial art that is taught by an instructor with happy students and is there to promote the art, not themselves.



All martial arts are pretty good provided that they are taught by the right person. Try as many as you can and stick with the one (or ones) you like.

Answer 6

first question are you fit and healthy ,okay assume you are . take your pick . why do you want to get into martial arts . doesn,t matter all styles out there to suit all people. go to the nearest martial arts club,karate,judo whatever and just watch and ask questions , check the atmosphere, how it feels . ask yourself obvious questions ,friendly bunch,well organised,smiles all round ,should be a good club, have a taster session. do not be afraid to walk away if something feels wrong . try another venue ,use your instincts.good luck

Answer 7

Hi there



Your best bet is to do a search on the Internet for your area and take a week trying them out for yourself. There all different and its all down to personal choice. Most good clubs should let you have your first lesson for free so nothing ventured nothing gained. Always look for a good honest friendly instructor who's brain and heart are in the right place!



There are a few bad apples out there!



Take care and pick wisely



Regards



idai



P,S don't worry about flexibility that comes with practise

Answer 8

The best thing to do is to visit as many of your local martial arts clubs and watch classes. That way, you can try out the ones that interest you. Be suspicious of any clubs that are reluctant to let you watch their classes or try out.

I started karate when I was 33 years old.



Good luck!

Answer 9

I do Ju-jitsu and its good for everyone because it can be adapted to suit different sized people, and you get taught everything dont worry about having no experience - they wont throw you in at the deep end on your first day!

Answer 10

You are never too old to start learning a martial art.



I would suggest that you choose one that has a bit of philosophical depth.

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Answer 11

Any of them would be good, it depends what you are looking for. If its for self defense, kajukenbo, kenpo, muay thai, arnis, freestyle karate, or jujutsu would be great. If its for sports involvement, judo, tae kwon do, wushu, kickboxing, or brazilian jujtsu. If its more toward aesthetic / spirituality, aikido, tai chi, or even just yoga.

Answer 12

Sorry to say at 36 your not as flexible as in your twenties. I think though your still fit, but you're on the down side. You still may be too young for Tai Chi, but it's great exersize for elderly people. Wing Chun is also a quite conservative style that doesn't really require being too flexible, maybe more appropriate for your age.

Answer 13

Wing Chun. Easy to start and learn. Easy to use in everyday living if you are in trouble. Lots of fun. The problem is how advance and deep you want to go. Many school school to learn from. Not alway expensive.

Answer 14

Judo. It is more gentle than the other martial arts.

Answer 15

try an art that more or less gentle on the body and doesn't ask yo uto stretch too much.

Answer 16

Chop Suey.