intersting alignment of worlds

[saffronhare]

Every once in a while, somebody will ask me what form or martial arts and close-quarters combat I learned through the military...embarrassingly enough, I don't know how to answer the question. It was sort of like a lot of different styles, but I couldn't put a name to it. (They never taught us the name. Just the execution, so to speak.)

Well, I think I've figured it out. Over lunchtime, I'll often wander around LJ-land and explore other people's friends lists. A lovely and interesting person called jenarael had a lively discussion going about ballistics and intend to harm and self-defense and stuff, when somebody mentioned a style called Krav Maga. http://www.kravmaga.com/krav01.html

I followed the link, watched a few demonstration clips, and -- wonder of wonders -- that's it! Or at least the closest thing to it that I've ever seen. They've even got a few centers in the KC area, one of which is located just a few miles from my house. I've been looking for some sort of fitnessy thing as a reward for myself (when a certain decrease of financial stress and body weight have been achieved).

Huh, I say. Huh.

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For what it may be worth

[zylch.livejournal.com]

In an even odder coincidence, Sifu Scott was talking about the OP Krav Maga program last night. It's one of the styles he has studied in the past, and he was not particularly impressed with the quality of instruction at the local center. It may well work for your fitness goals, especially since you've already had training in it (or a similar style). But it's probably worth checking it out pretty thoroughly -- at least observing a class -- before signing up for it.

I watched the videos on the website. The front-choke counter looks very similar to one I've learned, so you might also check out kung fu schools near you (and make sure they offer the tiger form).

Re: For what it may be worth

[saffronhare.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the info about the local training. Good to know. Yes, I'd be certain to observe a class first. (Of course, this will be the first time I've ever actualy *had* a choice in trainers for this stuff...)