I'm often asked which is the best martial art. Is karate better than judo? Is jujitsu better than taekwondo? Is aikido better than kung fu?
I have two answers to this question:
My short answer for the person looking to get into martial arts is, "The best martial art is the one that's one the way home from work." Because that's the one you're most likely to stick with long enough to get some of the benefits that training in any martial art will provide.
Luckily, because we're located at Siena College, Studio Ki is easily accessible to everyone in the Capital Region!
My more thoughtful answer is: Every martial art is best at something.
But "best" is a relative term. Which best are you looking for? Best for fighting or best for living? Knowing the answer to this question will help you choose the best martial art for you.
For example, if a fight goes to the floor, a student of judo or jujitsu will likely have the advantage. On the other hand, training in aikido might prepare you if someone were to swing a baseball bat at you.
Each art would seem to be "best" in one type of situation. But who can predict which situation you may encounter? And what if that bar floor is covered with broken glass, and my buddies are all wearing steel-toed boots? Will your ground work save you then?
And isn't the ultimate goal to avoid these kinds of confrontations in the first place? If I prepare all my life for a fight that never comes, what's the point of my training? Such practice hardly seems "practical."
Before you begin training in any martial art, you should think seriously about what your goals are. If mastering close quarters fighting is your only goal, aikido may not be the best choice.
But if you're looking for personal growth and a deeper understanding of yourself,
then there's nothing better than aikido.
Here are some questions to ask yourself:
Am I looking for A) quick results, or B) a long-term commitment to a path to comprehension?
Do I need A) a coach, or B) am I looking to build a relationship with a sensei who is committed to my personal development?
Am I looking for A) training on my terms, or B) am I ready to be a member of a community that both supports me and requires my active participation?
How will I put what I learn into practice: A) Am I looking for a fight, or B) am I looking for martial lessons that I can practice every day of my life?
If you answer B for any of these questions, then you should contact Cooper Sensei and begin your application to become a member of Studio Ki.
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