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Originally posted by seizei
ok bullshit statements about how a martial art 'doesn't work' piss me right off.
First off, no martial art 'doesn't work'. You study any martial art in the world long enough and with enough dedication, and you will gain the understanding of movement and emotion that will allow you to defend yourself should the situation arise.
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If you study an art like Aikido that only uses co-operating partners to practice techniques, how is that going to help you in a real life situation where the other guy is trying to actually break your arm or choke you out? A person in Aikido would have no experience in a situation like this and would be ill-prepared.
The person who started this thread is interested in self-defense. If he was interested in having fun, getting in shape, and learning some moves that MIGHT help him fight off an 80 year old woman, then yes Aikido would be an acceptable choice.