Mixed Martial Arts or MMA is defined as a full contact sport that offers a wide variety of techniques from different styles, both stand-up and on the ground. This includes both stand-up and on the ground skills such as kick boxing, Karate, Judo, wrestling and Muay Thai. MMA allows one to fight with the whole body by combining the arts of throwing, striking and joint manipulating techniques.
An example of one art is Muay Thai that was utilized for warfare in the 1800’s. These fights became spectator sports for Kings in various countries over the years. Muay Thai makes use of eight contact points and its name means “Art of Eight Limbs.” These include knee hits, punches, kicks and elbow strikes performed in a stand-up position. Western boxing holds no comparison with its hands and feet two point fighting.
Similar to wresting, ground fighting involves holding the opponent down through grappling moves. Getting the dominant position or preventing strikes while on the ground is clinched fighting. The only equipment needed for MMA is small gloves, open-fingered or closed, this also depends upon the country, type of fight and weight category. Victory in MMA is determined by knockout, doctor stoppage, and submission. Referees can stop a fight if one of the opponents has sustained bodily injury or if there have been numerous fouls and warnings causing disqualification.
Mixed Martial Arts first became an official sport within the US when the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was held in 1992. Fights that used to be no-holds-barred became a disciplined sport including restrictions to reduce the risk of bodily harm and time limits. In 2008, the UFC expanded from the United States to Canada. Pay-per-view events have drawn huge audiences and Calgary is comparative to massive cities such as Los Angeles or Chicago. Shows are sold out within minutes by people of all ages and lifestyles.
There are several schools in Calgary that teach MMA and individuals from all over the world travel here to learn from the best. It is cautioned that one should watch a few sessions before committing. Instructors are willing to speak with potential students and enroll them in starter classes to make sure this is an adequate sport for that person. Competitive martial arts differ from self defense and should not be categorized as the same. Some of the techniques may overlap, but many of the strategies are not sensible for someone to utilize in an attack type situation.
This website will provide more information about MMA:
Calgary MMA
Calgary wrestling
Site Posts Feed
I agree 100%