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{{Wiki|Martial art}} styles may be divided into four categories, each determined by its primary focus
 
{{Wiki|Martial art}} styles may be divided into four categories, each determined by its primary focus
  
*    Self-defense/professional use of force. This category is the most limited in focus. Its only {{Wiki|purpose}} is the use of force to resolve a [[violent]] situation. This category includes styles such as Krav Maga or Musti Yudha. This category of [[martial arts]] training may range from a weekend combat course for the public, to {{Wiki|military}} close-quarter combat and {{Wiki|killing}} techniques. The techniques are for high-risk situations that must be resolved immediately. The techniques are simple, effective, and often brutal. It does not take too long to learn the techniques, usually only a few days or months. Unless you are actively involved in a profession or lifestyle where you are constantly in [[danger]], your [[interest]] in this category of [[martial arts]] will usually fade quickly.
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*    [[Self-defense]]/[[professional use of force]]. This category is the most limited in focus. Its only {{Wiki|purpose}} is the use of force to resolve a [[violent]] situation. This category includes styles such as [[Krav Maga]] or [[Musti Yudha]]. This category of [[martial arts]] {{Wiki|training}} may range from a weekend combat course for the public, to [[military close-quarter combat]] and {{Wiki|killing}} techniques. The techniques are for high-risk situations that must be resolved immediately. The techniques are simple, effective, and often brutal. It does not take too long to learn the techniques, usually only a few days or months. Unless you are actively involved in a profession or lifestyle where you are constantly in [[danger]], your [[interest]] in this category of [[martial arts]] will usually fade quickly.
*    Traditional/physical art/self-discipline. This is the category most commercial schools teach, such as taekwondo, various styles of Karate, [[Judo]], various styles of {{Wiki|Kung-fu}}, etc. The greatest benefits from the [[martial arts]] are often found in this focus, such as self-confidence, exercise, [[courtesy]], self-defense, competition, [[mental]] focus, and {{Wiki|self-control}}. {{Wiki|Social}} interactions are also found here. Friendships and {{Wiki|community}} involvement are common by-products of a [[martial arts]] school. In this category, troubled children often bloom, their grades improve, and unacceptable {{Wiki|behavior}} subsides, as they get farther and farther into the [[art]]. This category takes years of training to perfect so [[interest]] usually lasts for years, even a [[lifetime]].
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*    Spiritual/health. These are the gentle [[arts]] that help develop [[inner peace]] and [[harmony]], such as Tai [[Chi]] Chuan, Ba-qua, Hsing-i, etc. They are [[poetry]] in {{Wiki|motion}} and are of great [[benefit]] to health. These [[arts]] gentle enough for all ages and they may be practiced for a [[lifetime]]. They are [[taught]] for reasonable prices or for free at {{Wiki|community}} centers, YMCAs/YWCAs, {{Wiki|colleges}}, etc. Cardio type, pseudo [[martial arts]], such as Tae-bo, Cardio Kick Boxing, etc., fall into this category, however, do not confuse them with self-defense training; they are not designed to teach actual self-defense.
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*    [[Traditional]]/[[physical art]]/[[self-discipline]]. This is the category most commercial schools teach, such as [[taekwondo]], various styles of [[Karate]], [[Judo]], various styles of [[Kung-fu]], etc. The greatest benefits from the [[martial arts]] are often found in this focus, such as [[self-confidence]], exercise, [[courtesy]], [[self-defense]], competition, [[mental focus]], and {{Wiki|self-control}}. {{Wiki|Social}} interactions are also found here. Friendships and {{Wiki|community}} involvement are common by-products of a [[martial arts]] school. In this category, troubled children often bloom, their grades improve, and unacceptable {{Wiki|behavior}} subsides, as they get farther and farther into the [[art]]. This category takes years of {{Wiki|training}} to {{Wiki|perfect}} so [[interest]] usually lasts for years, even a [[lifetime]].
*    Sport/competition. Tournament fighting is a demanding and challenging sport that requires great [[dedication]] and intensive practice. There are entire marital [[art]] styles dedicated to sport and competition, such as the sport version of taekwondo. The category of [[martial arts]] is great for safely channeling young and aggressive [[energy]], but may also be a family event, with family members attending tournaments to cheer for and encourage the participant.
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*    Spiritual/health. These are the gentle [[arts]] that help develop [[inner peace]] and [[harmony]], such as [[Tai Chi Chuan]], [[Ba-qua]], [[Hsing-i]], etc. They are [[poetry]] in {{Wiki|motion}} and are of great [[benefit]] to [[health]]. These [[arts]] gentle enough for all ages and they may be practiced for a [[lifetime]]. They are [[taught]] for reasonable prices or for free at {{Wiki|community}} centers, YMCAs/YWCAs, {{Wiki|colleges}}, etc. Cardio type, pseudo [[martial arts]], such as [[Tae-bo]], [[Cardio Kick Boxing]], etc., fall into this category, however, do not confuse them with [[self-defense]] {{Wiki|training}}; they are not designed to teach actual [[self-defense]].
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*    [[Sport]]/[[competition]]. Tournament fighting is a demanding and challenging sport that requires great [[dedication]] and intensive practice. There are entire marital [[art]] styles dedicated to sport and competition, such as the sport version of [[taekwondo]]. The category of [[martial arts]] is great for safely channeling young and aggressive [[energy]], but may also be a family event, with family members attending [[tournaments]] to cheer for and encourage the participant.
  
 
Each category has a specific focus or {{Wiki|purpose}}. While there is a certain [[degree]] of crossover, what works for one category may not work for in another. Each category has its strengths and weaknesses. Since it is nearly impossible to [[master]] all four categories, instructors usually focus on just one. An instructor who is good in one category is not necessarily qualified to teach another, however, some instructors will tell you they are qualified to do it all.  
 
Each category has a specific focus or {{Wiki|purpose}}. While there is a certain [[degree]] of crossover, what works for one category may not work for in another. Each category has its strengths and weaknesses. Since it is nearly impossible to [[master]] all four categories, instructors usually focus on just one. An instructor who is good in one category is not necessarily qualified to teach another, however, some instructors will tell you they are qualified to do it all.  
  
Along with different purposes come radically different attitudes, training procedures, rules of engagement, and standards of conduct between the categories. These differences have a profound effect on what you learn and how long you will want to keep training. If you understand the differences between the categories, you may more easily find a school or course that fits your needs and wants.
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Along with different purposes come radically different attitudes, {{Wiki|training}} procedures, rules of engagement, and standards of conduct between the categories. These differences have a profound effect on what you learn and how long you will want to keep {{Wiki|training}}. If you understand the differences between the categories, you may more easily find a school or course that fits your needs and wants.
  
 
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Martial art styles may be divided into four categories, each determined by its primary focus

  • Sport/competition. Tournament fighting is a demanding and challenging sport that requires great dedication and intensive practice. There are entire marital art styles dedicated to sport and competition, such as the sport version of taekwondo. The category of martial arts is great for safely channeling young and aggressive energy, but may also be a family event, with family members attending tournaments to cheer for and encourage the participant.

Each category has a specific focus or purpose. While there is a certain degree of crossover, what works for one category may not work for in another. Each category has its strengths and weaknesses. Since it is nearly impossible to master all four categories, instructors usually focus on just one. An instructor who is good in one category is not necessarily qualified to teach another, however, some instructors will tell you they are qualified to do it all.

Along with different purposes come radically different attitudes, training procedures, rules of engagement, and standards of conduct between the categories. These differences have a profound effect on what you learn and how long you will want to keep training. If you understand the differences between the categories, you may more easily find a school or course that fits your needs and wants.

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