Jack Yerbody Posted November 22, 2003 Share Posted November 22, 2003 For self-defence purposes I'd advise against it. By its very nature, grappling brings you as close to your opponent as you can be, which is the complete opposite of what you want to be doing, i.e. running away. If running away isn't an option, you're best off dealing with your attacker quickly and effectively, in a manner which minimises the risk to yourself. Wrestling doesn't do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Posted November 25, 2003 Share Posted November 25, 2003 The best form of self defence is not to be in the wrong place to begin with ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted November 25, 2003 Share Posted November 25, 2003 Or Run-Fu.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lickszz Posted November 25, 2003 Share Posted November 25, 2003 Originally posted by Jack Yerbody For self-defence purposes I'd advise against it. By its very nature, grappling brings you as close to your opponent as you can be, which is the complete opposite of what you want to be doing, i.e. running away. If running away isn't an option, you're best off dealing with your attacker quickly and effectively, in a manner which minimises the risk to yourself. Wrestling doesn't do that. No form of self defence is going to keep you away from an agressor. Running always a primary consideration. I work to my strengths for what suits my frame, which happens to be grappling. Most confrontations end up grappling eventually. I've found some experience gained from Greco wrestling very effective in real life situations. The essentials are basic but practical. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted November 25, 2003 Share Posted November 25, 2003 I think it makes sense to add grappling to your skillset as it will give you the ability to fight if the fight goes to the floor. I intend to do some grappling in the future, but not at the moment as I don't have the time for 3 different styles at once! Probably go for Brazilian Ju-Jitsu as there's a good place nearish where I live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WALTERS Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 In my experience only a minority of fights end up in a brawl on the floor and the best from of self defence is to learn how to kick hard and where it hurts most to be kicked. I have learnt both of these from taekwondo. For more info on taekwondo in and arround sheffield vist Pilsung Website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 Think the Muay Thai looks after kicking people hard well enough. I just think eventually it'd be nice to learn how to grapple as well, but I'm talking a long way down the line.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lickszz Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 Yep, Muay Thai is also great for the knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaBouncer Posted November 28, 2003 Share Posted November 28, 2003 Originally posted by Mike Think the Muay Thai looks after kicking people hard well enough. I just think eventually it'd be nice to learn how to grapple as well, but I'm talking a long way down the line.... Andy Marlow teaches a mixed Muay Thai, boxing and grappling style. He's got a gym at woodseats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted November 28, 2003 Share Posted November 28, 2003 That's handy to know - a mate of mine was at a boxing gym in Woodseats for a while but apparantly it closed down - is this a different place? I do really like the Wicker Camp though - great atmosphere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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