Ziay!

rumn8tr

If you were looking to start taking martial arts, what style (karate, aikido, etc.) would you study and why?

understandingrecovery

I have studied judo for 40 years. Have also studied aikido, iaido and ju jitsu. IMO judo is best for most in terms of length of practice, damage to self and effectiveness on the street.

Paulo Albuquerque

It dependes on what you´re a looking for.

Are you looking for as aerobic sport? I Suggest Tae Kwo Do

Are you searching for an isometric sport? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu;

Are you looking to make an anti-stress activity? Look for Kick Boxing, Tae Kwon Do, Ai Ki Dô

Are you looking for a self-defense system? Look for Kombato (www.kombato.org)

Are you looking for philosophy? Ai Ki Dô

icp_hatchetgirl

the drunken ninja because this allows you to fight while being drunk.... it basicly teaches you to have complete control over your body while you are drunk

LDonaghe

It all depends on what you're looking to gain from participating in a martial art. I prefer Aikido because I think it has the best moral philosophy behind it. The goal in training in Aikido is to be able to diffuse a conflict without bringing harm to yourself or your opponent. This takes an a great deal of skill and training but it is worth it. If you want an art that goes beyond the physical aspects of how to defend yourself and actually makes you a better person mentally, Aikido is the way to go.