Traditional martial arts emphasize a holistic view to training both the body and the mind. Philosophy and ideals are just as important to traditional martial arts as physical prowess (see the Dojo Kun). Traditional martial arts are based on time-honored techniques and systems. Classes are more disciplined and place more emphasis on etiquette than the typical street-corner karate school.

Different people, have different reasons for training in traditional arts and this should not suggest that one person's motivation is better or worse than another's. Some people enjoy the historical connection to an earlier time. Others come to the dojo to improve themselves physically and mentally through rigorous training and others still, to develop personal combat skills. If either of the latter two motivations best describe your reasons, you will not find a better place to train.

Ancient self-defense systems where the practitioners learn to live their lives under a code of discipline, honor, and respect for themselves and others.

Commando Krav Maga is not a traditional martial art. No katas. No rituals. No nonsense. Based on simple principles and instinctive movements, this reality-based system is designed to teach real self-defense in the shortest possible time. You'll learn to defend against chokes and grabs from all angles, punches and kicks, and weapons such as guns, knives, and bats.

The origin of Taekwondo can be traced back about 2000 years to the country known today as Korea. Translated from Korean, Taekwondo means "foot, hand, the way". Today Taekwondo has developed into the world's most widely practiced martial art. Taekwondo emphasizes powerful, often high kicks and fast, dynamic techniques combined with control, discipline, and focus.

A complex question, but in short, Jujitsu is an ancient system of unarmed combat that encompasses standing techniques as well as ground grappling. Jujitsu's strikes, sweeps, throws, and joint locks, etc., were designed for self-defense. It is a very "hands-on" system, in contrast to some other systems that teach primarily by kata.

Aikido is different in many ways. First, one can distinguish in general the old versus new martial arts. Older forms of Japanese martial arts focused almost entirely on fighting techniques. Their names often include the suffix “jitsu” which means technique, for example jujitsu, or kenjitsu.

The Traditional Martial Arts Institute performs demonstrations in local Festivals in the area throughout the year, organise special training seminars on topics such as sparring strategies, and refereeing. And we stage an End of The Year Party that has proven to a variety of Martial and cultural activities.

I ran into an interesting website About.com (a career planning site) and have linked to a few of their pages. Martial Arts.About.Com has an interesting series of articles on the martial arts. (Some pretty funny) This next one is how to choose a school. Martial Arts Choosing a Style

I hate to say this, but if you have been into the martial arts for any length of time, then you have bought and read some pretty lousy books. You have read books that covered history, but didn't produce the goods. They didn't help you improve as a martial artist. Granted, there are some books that are filled with techniques -- some good, some bad -- but the problem is that you don't learn how to really use the techniques. You don't get hints on what to do when something unexpected happens.

Ju-Jutsu was the martial art of the Samurai in feudal Japan. Ju-Jutsu includes foot and hand strikes, throws, joint locks, chokes and ground fighting (grappling) techniques.

The Chinese characters for 'tai chi chuan' can be translated as the 'supreme ultimate force'. It can best be thought of as a moving form of yoga and meditation combined. There are a number of forms which consist of a sequence of movements which relax and stimulate every part of your body.

Chinese martial arts were formalised over two thousand years ago, and were developed primarily by Buddhist and Taoist monks. Thus, the Chinese are universally acknowledged to have the oldest, best-proven systems - almost all other legitimate systems will acknowledge the debt they owe to the Chinese systems, which spread throughout Asia.

We teach "traditional" martial arts; our emphasis is on self-defense and improving charactor through practice. We do not see tradition as more important than effictiveness. This is in accordance with the origins of martial arts, which were designed both as practical methods of protection and means of self-improvement. However, in time martial arts have become increasingly specialized and narrow in their focus. In some cases this has led to the loss of martial arts' original intent.

For those that don't really fancy our superb Traditional Martial Arts training, we offer quality fitness classes and world recognized self defence courses, based on martial arts training, but without the traditional trappings, suitable for anyone.

No, most of our new members have no previous experience. If you have experience in karate or some other martial art, of course you're also welcome.

All martial arts have their specialties and unique character. Shotokan is traditional Japanese karate that specializes in punching, striking, kicking and blocking techniques. However, there is much overlap in technique among martial arts styles. For example, we also do sweeping, throwing and joint-locking techniques. In Shotokan, you won't see much of the flashy spinning and jumping about that is popular in martial arts movies - just techniques that are powerful and effective.

The Olympic sport of fencing is comprised of three weapons: foil, epee, and sabre. All are fenced on a long rectangular strip, and electronic scoring aids are normally used to assist in the detection of touches. The rules governing these three weapons are determined by the FIE (Federation Internationale d'Escrime).

For all that C&H Fencing are not very widely practiced right now, the movement is definately growing. As a result, many great resources are becoming available on the internet for those of us who spend too much on books for our classes to buy books on fencing as well. I would start by checking out our articles and links pages.

For many people, Commando Krav Maga is their first experience in martial arts. However, we also have many students who come to train with us and have numerous years of experience in other systems. In fact, most Commando Krav Maga instructors have years of training in a variety of systems. Therefore, Commando Krav Maga has proven to be a very open system, and welcomes all who wish to participate, regardless of background.

There are LOTS of martial arts around MIT. There is American Jiu Jitsu, DanZan Ryu Jujitsu, Shotokan Karate, Isshinryu Karate Do, MIT Karate, Kodokan Judo (the MIT Judo Club), Numerous Tae Kwon Do clubs (3 of them as of last count), the MIT Boxing Club, the MIT Fencing Club, the MIT Kendo Club (Japanese fencing), Yoga, the Kokikai Aikido and Aikikai Aikido clubs, and a Gung Fu group. I am sure there are more... but I can not think of them off the top of my head.

Martial arts is the discipline of one's mind and body through the use of physical activity. Because martial arts is also an 'art' it is also a form of expression, much like music or dance, giving rise to the appreciation and in some ways an understanding of the Chinese culture.

About 75% of the students have NEVER trained martial arts before they come to us. If you've trained before, you are also certainly welcome to come down and try a free to learn more about us and our programs.

The Martial Arts are the study and application effective fighting techniques. It is this effectiveness which allows a proponent to defeat a much larger opponent. People study martial arts many reasons. One of the main reasons that students commence training in the Martial Arts is to learn how to defend themselves. Many drop out during their career in Martial Arts due to lack of motivation, illness or injury, boredom, or sometimes life simply changes and no longer allows training.

Yes. Most martial arts are practiced as sports, requiring students to train for and demonstrate their fighting abilities in tournaments or other organized competitions. Conversely, Ving Tsun Kung Fu is not a sport and students in Moy Yat schools are not expected to compete in tournaments.