MARTIAL ARTS

Martial arts, such as karate, kung fu, muay thai, Filipino martial arts, tae kwon do, etc. can be effective if used properly. Today they are more of a sport than self-defense. Still, many of the self-defense systems have roots in the traditional martial arts, and learning an art can be fun, rewarding, and great exercise, while learning some techniques that can be effective in the street. Just be mindful of the differences and shortcomings and complement your training accordingly.

To learn more, visit the Resources and read our Articles below.

RESOURCES

Visit resources in our directories:

• Books Martial arts books. Includes recommended books.
• Videos Martial arts DVDs and videos serve as excellent supplemental learning tools. Learn at your own pace in the comfort of your home.
• Training Live martial arts training from qualified instructors allows more personalized training, technique correction, and practice with partners.
• Information Additional websites that provide martial arts information.

ARTICLES

Martial Arts vs. Self-Defense
Martial arts, though not in its pure form an effective method of self-defense in modern society, still has useful elements that make learning it worthwhile.

Hapkido Overview
Hapkido is a modern Korean martial art that prides itself for effective self-defense.