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Forms of martial arts

Martial Arts come in different shapes and they are not confined to Kung-fu or Taekwondo, which is popularized a lot television and film. You would be surprised to know that certain forms of fighting are also called martial arts. To learn and practice martial arts, must be well equipped with appropriate equipment.

Martial arts have different origins. The term "Martial" is derived the Roman god of war named "Mars". Martial Arts simply means "the art of war." Although most people think that martial arts do were from Asian culture, it is also found in America and Europe. The martial arts have a kind of combat system that has codes in a single objective to defeat a person physically.

Besides that, it is mainly used for self-defense against injury. Some arts techniques martial are actually based on a spiritual or religious philosophy, like aikido and judo. It while others rely on a certain code of honor such as fencing. Therefore, the techniques of martial arts are practiced as a form of martial arts and some form of dance.

Thus, regardless of where the original art, they have similarities with another. Each style has a systematized fighting style. They even have forms and routines when they do sparring, practiced either alone or with a partner. Martial arts are grouped so that each style will focus on a certain area.

Here is a sample list for each group:
Grappling
• Launch – Judo, Jujutsu, Sambo
• Joint lock – Aikido, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Hapkido
• Pinning Techniques – Wrestling, Judo

Striking
• Punching – Boxing (Western style), Wing Chun
• Loved Foot – Capoeira, Savate, Taekwondo
• Other strikes – Muay Thai, Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu

Weapons
• Traditional Weaponry – Fencing, Gatka, Kendo, Kali
• modern weapons – Eskrima, Jogo do Pau, Jukendo
For some, most styles are well known as an art form martial art and only a few know that boxing and fencing is also classified as such. Currently, most arts styles martial are used as combat sports. For others, they are used in the military or police training as a form of self-defense.

Thus, Tae Kwon Do, fencing, boxing and wrestling are events in the Summer Olympics. Then others martial arts such as Wushu Muay Thai China and tournaments held around the world. Apart from that, there are also those that are considered both as a form of dance and a type of martial art. Good examples include Brazilian Capoeira, Yolah Oman / UAE, Russia and Buza.

Here a brief description of some of the techniques mentioned above.
CAPOEIRA
Slaves in Brazil created this martial art during the 16th century. It is a mixture of dance, play, and as already mentioned – a martial art, where in, the music is made. It is rather a jurisdiction based art rather than injure the opponent. Player form a circle called the Roda, where they will take turns to play inside the circle.

The basic move in capoeira is called the ginga, where they need to swing and rock before back. They must move with the rhythm of the music played by the bateria. Thus, players generally use acrobatic moves such as the wheel pear and use kicks, sweeps, and head strikes as a form of attack. They also make rolls and ducks, as a defensive measure and that the type of preparation for an attack.

Thus, it is more of a movement combination of self-defense that uses a wheel with a shot blocking and attacking simultaneously.

BOXING
The ancient Greeks first as a sport and there are different forms of boxing is to worldwide. As a combat sport, normally two people with a similar weight class fight each other using their fists. It is the presence of a referee, one who needs to monitor and control the fight.

Since boxing is a type of contact sport, certain precautions must be taken to prevent injuries. Hand and wrist wraps and boxing gloves are worn to protect the bones in his hands. During Workouts or combat, a hat is also worn to protect the head and face. A spokesperson is also worn to protect the interior the cheek and lips and also to cut the jaw joint when the face is affected.

Boxers practice their fists in a "bag speed "or the" punching bag "heavy to develop speed, agility and strength. training equipment Other weight and dumbbells, jump ropes, balls and medicine. The trainer uses mittens as targets for the padded shorts during practice.

Modern Arnis
A Filipino martial arts style founded by the late Remy Preses was created as a self-defense. Influenced by the style of the Bolo (machete) and the art of Balintawak (Stick-Dueling), rattan sticks are used as weapons, in which he is called "baston (stick) or cane. Two techniques are taught using the baston – the single and double stick technique.

The cane is considered sacred by practitioners of the art. That's why, during the bout, the arm or hand of the opponent is hit, not the cane. This method has been called "defanging the snake", where in, the opponent will drop his weapon, making it less of a threat. Then, this technique has discouraged many from learning the art. That's because it was too painful to learn.

Of Moreover, it has caused Filipino martial arts to become almost extinct! Therefore, what Remy does Preses is to preserve the Filipino martial art through the development a method of combat cane to cane during practice. It is the aim would be to attract practitioners of the art. Thus, "the defanging snake method is the practical application.

TAEKWONDO
Taekwondo is the national sport of South Korea and perhaps martial art more popular in the world. It is a combination of self-defense, sport, and combat techniques, making it an official event at the Olympics. The Taekwondo training generally involves the use of the power of the hips and legs. It also blocks, punches, sweeps, and joint locks.

Taekwondo differs from other techniques because of its kicking techniques. They believe that the leg is the most powerful weapon especially with the rebound Taekwondo. The union of mind and body is developed and practiced in this art, while developing other aspects such as discipline, strength, flexibility and endurance.

The "Dobok" is the official uniform of a student in Taekwondo and is usually white, and with She is a belt worn around the waist, where its color to indicate a degree of the person.

FENCING
A European martial art that involves the use swords, knives, bayonets and other similar weapons used in armed struggle. Currently, there are three weapons used:
• Movie – the overlapping light weapon
• Sword – heavy thrusting weapon
• Sabre – Light cut and thrust weapons

Dueling gained popularity with Europeans in 17th place in the 19th century, where, in the style cutting sword became a thrusting style or "foining. Meanwhile fencing is to defend the honor of his not duels with sharp blades took place in less than an insult was made official.

After the First World War, the duel was almost nonexistent, and left after the War World. Therefore, training and use sharp swords disappeared. In addition, emphasis has been more in style and technical training of fencing.

As a form of martial art, the purpose of fencing is theoretically trained to be a duel. In classical fencing, where the art of fencing is applied and should even be applied in training for a real duel or fight, they use the standard sheet, sword, and blunt the sword. As for historical fencing, the use of a variety of weapons including the realistic weight of the application of a treat them differently, even affecting body movement.

Today, fences, as a type of sport, protective clothing used during practices or events. The complete series includes the following:
• Croissard – form fitting jacket covering groin with a strap that goes between the legs.
• Gorget – small fabric to protect the neck
• Chest – under the protective arm
• Gloves – to protect hand and prevent the blade to go into the sleeve
• Pants or underpants – shorts
• Socks – knee length or thigh high
• Shoes – Flat sole
• Mask – with a bib to protect the neck
Chest Protectors • Plastic – necessary for athletes Women

Things you need when you are considering joining a martial arts class:
1. Uniform – most students are required to have a uniform. There are uniforms for students as follows:
• Taekwondo
• Karate
• Judo and Aikido
• Kung Fu
• Ninja
• Belts

2. and protection equipment sparring gear
• Head gear
Main • gear
• Foot gears
• Breast Care
• Shin guards

3. Weapons
• Practice Swords
Escrima •
• Weapons case
• Weapons Stand
• Knives
• Bo and Staffs
• Kubotan

4. Training
• Breaking Boards
• Mats
• air-conditioning equipment – handles, double ball end
• hand-held blocks mittens and the shield of arms
• Heavy bags

5. boxing equipment
• Gloves
• Cardio wraps
• Jump Rope
• Speed ball Leather

6. Exercise equipment
• Medicine balls
• Chin up bars
• Heart Rate Monitor
• Weight training
• ankle weight
• stretching equipment

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