What's the best self defense style?

i want to learn self defense but don't noe what style (karate, judo, akido etc.) which one would work best in a real street fight, which one would really save ur life. Plz help!

If your question is "which style is best for teaching self defense," then of the popular styles, Krav Maga is, without ANY argument, the best known style that is designed specifically for self defense.

However, it is important that you learn the style that is best for you. Even entirely (or arguably) non-combative styles like TaiChi or Aikido can be effective.

If you intend to learn self defense for the purpose of protecting yourself, I encourage you to find a school that does just that. Most martial arts train for sport or (imagined/fabricated) "tradition." Very few actually focus on practical defense.

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Anyone have an opinion on what martial art style is best for street fighting and self defense?

I have been doing research on what would be the best martial arts to learn, strictly for the street and for self defense. I have no interest in tournaments or the sport, just the right style to learn as fast as possible. There are many arguments out there on what is the best style, but my opinion would be the best style that works for your body type, age, health, etc., and what would leave you standing and alive in a real confrontation. Perhaps you have more upper body strength or more powerful legs, or even both.

I have narrowed it down to kung fu san soo, Krav Maga, possibly some form of kick boxing and maybe Hapkido. Of course the skill of the instructor would have a lot to do with personal development.

And of course with all the styles, there are different skill levels and techniques that work better than others. I am very interested in hearing from some of you that have experience and advice. Thanks for your input.

It seems like you've done a little bit of research, which is very important when seeking a martial arts style. Unfortunately, it's difficult to learn something "as fast as possible" and do it well. Becoming an accomplished martial artist takes a lot of time and practice.

Many different styles have pros & cons, and really no style is "the best." But there are styles that cater primarily to self-defense vs. the "do" or "Way," which, in my opinion, is also important in martial arts training. The power of internal energy is undefinable. But I digress.

First and foremost, find out what is in you area. Visit the schools and ask to watch a class. There is no point in picking a school one hour away if you can't make it to class. If you are serious about training you better get your butt to class several days a week.

Of the four styles you listed, I'm most familiar with hapkido, which is definitely a good place to start. Joint locks are a great way to subdue an opponent, and if necessary, inflict serious pain. Also, you may want to learn how to use pressure points, which also cause a lot of pain.

But it doesn't matter how well you can put someone else into an arm bar if you can't take a hit. Also, fights often end up on the ground, and you may want to learn how to protect yourself in that type of situation as well.

The best answer is this: Find out what's in your area. Meet with the instructor. Ask a lot of questions.

Good Luck!

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