Muay Thai (Thai kickboxing) is one of the most lethal martial arts out there, and is also known as the “art of the eight limbs.” But is it right for you? Let’s look at the Muay Thai pros and cons. Here’s what I discovered training it a little: The pros of Muay Thai include fitness, … Read more
We all know that training in any sport takes a while to get good at. But are martial arts like Taekwondo different and if you train more frequently, does that speed up your progress? More specifically, how often should you train in Taekwondo? Most practitioners train in Taekwondo 2-3 times per week. However, for those … Read more
Since almost everything seems to have hidden costs or extras we don’t know about until we’re committed, it’s not uncommon to wonder about the total cost of martial arts classes including registration, uniform, and more. So how much are Aikido classes? Here’s what I know from running a martial arts school for 7 years: The … Read more
Some martial arts are about fighting, while others seem more spiritual or peaceful. Aikido has powerful movements but is focused on harmony, so what is the philosophy of Aikido? Here’s what I discovered: Aikido’s philosophy is about attuning oneself to the universe, eliminating aggression, and living in harmony with everything around us. Ultimately it is … Read more
Comparing one martial art to another helps us choose which ones best fit us. But it can also be really hard to know the difference if you are new to martial arts. So let’s examine which is better, Aikido vs. Taekwondo. Aikido is a better choice than Taekwondo for many people. Aikido is often easier … Read more
Many know that both Judo and Aikido are offshoots of Jiu-Jitsu. So obviously, there will be some similarities. But Aikido is also known for being peaceful, so what are some of the differences between Aikido vs. Judo? The biggest difference between Aikido and Judo is that Judo is more offensive while Aikido is more defensive. … Read more
Everyone has heard of Krav Maga; basically down-and-dirty fighting. Kung Fu, by comparison, is an ancient, classic martial art. But can Krav Maga beat Kung Fu? Krav Maga can beat Kung Fu. Both are effective forms of self-defense, and someone highly skilled in Kung Fu could easily beat a novice. But Krav Maga, with its … Read more
Everyone knows martial arts are good for self-confidence and boosting self-esteem. And those are things almost every teenage girl needs. But what is the best martial art for teenage girls? Krav Maga and Jiu-jitsu are two of the best martial arts for teenage girls because it helps boost their self-confidence, increases strength, flexibility, and awareness, … Read more
Many people have heard of Aikido, but Hapkido is a lot less known. They have similar names, but is one more effective than another? Let’s look at Aikido vs. Hapkido: Here’s what I know from knowing a little about both: Hapkido is more effective than Aikido. Hapkido focuses on teaching you how to defend yourself … Read more
Some MMA fighters have a Kung Fu background. But some of the most effective MMA fighters practice different martial arts. So, is Kung Fu effective in MMA? Kung Fu can be effective in MMA. However, the most successful MMA fighters typically use a blend of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai as they are … Read more