vailboy

I'm still a newbie, so don't take my word as anything more than an opinion from someone with a lot to learn. I've practised Okinawan karate, Tae Kwon Do, Jujitsu (not brazilian), and a bit of American boxing. My last school did a bit of everything, depending on what our ADD and very trained instructor wanted to do, and what visiting teachers came by to visit. Good approach for the experienced practitioner, confusing for the beginner, but overall, very fun. So, my op. is that different athletes are better suited for different styles or schools. I'm stocky. Short and powerful, a bit slow, and naturally patient. Certain approaches work for me, that don't work for a tall and lanky guy. We did a lot of sparring, half contact, full speed, and that's really the best way to find what works. I love Jujitsu, with the punching, close in kicking and blocking mixed with grappling. I also really like sticky hand style kung fu, which is really frustrating for someone who is trying to beat you up.