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Re: Martial arts thread?

[(Anonymous)]

I've done: kenjutsu, karate, aikido, Tai Chi Sword, iaido, a tiny bit of Muay Thai, fencing and MMA. And Tae Kwon Do as a kid in an after school program if you want to count that.

I know what you mean about the, err, cult-like atmosphere. Though that's not the word I'd choose, I'd call it more bureaucracy of sorts, all that ritual respect and honor. Honestly, you're probably going to get that in any East Asian discipline. That's pretty much core for anything Japanese, Chinese or Korean.

The most chill ones I've done have been more "western" or international - as though you're training with a coach for any sport. MMA and fencing. Very fun, doesn't feel so strict that you feel you can't say anything out loud ever during the class at risk of breaking social order. My Muay Thai class was also more "western" feel, but I don't know if that's typical.

As far as spiritually/creatively fulfilling, I think that ultimately depends on the class. I'm just doing MMA now and I have to say I kind of miss the beauty of the East Asian arts. MMA is mostly just about sweat, grit, and attack. Well I mean, theoretically you can bring any martial art into it, but just how we train in class. I don't think it feels as spiritual as say, my kenjutsu or aikido classes. That being said, aikido verged on being too spiritual, too technical and not combative enough for me (since I'm really interested in actually learning how to defend myself and be a successful fighter).

But anyway, it's always going to depend on your teacher and the particular class, and you can't judge an entire art on one class alone. I'd shop around - most places are happy to set up a trial class, or at least let you sit and watch. Find a few different places and see which one appeals to you the most.