Most Realistic Weapons to Learn in the Martial Arts for Self-Defense

The most realistic weapons in the martial arts to learn are the knife, stick and chain as they represent the most common items found in the home or in the workplace.

If for example, you learned the stick, you are also learning skills that can cross over to other commonly found items  - like the bat, crow bar, a golf club or any other item that might be found nearby in your environment.

The knife is one of the most common weapons you may have to face in both domestic and urban encounter. The reason the knife is so common is because of its easy access. A blade can be found in the kitchen in a matter of seconds and you can often find items that are similar to the knife in the workplace. For example, a razor or something similar from the toolbox like a screwdriver.

The chain is realistic as it represents flexible items that you might find – such as a belt, rope, phone, cord or even a chain. With the power derived from the speed of a swing, this weapon is one not to underestimate, especially if there is a weight on the end.

When learning weapons for realistic training in the martial arts, it is good to start by learning the stick (short and long) the knife and then the chain. All three of these are very different types of weapons; the stick is a blunt object, the knife has an edge and the chain is flexible.

The way you train and fight with these weapons, as well as the way you respond to an opponent with these weapons, will be based on the type of weapon being used.

Training with the stick is much safer because you are not likely to hurt yourself as you might when training with the knife - where you can cut yourself even when practicing. It is suggested that with any weapons training you begin by using a training weapon designed to help you to learn the movements but still protect yourself from the weapon being use  - such as a rubber stick, wooden knife and rope.

When just starting out learning anyone and you want to first start with the basics and master grip, basics angles of attack, manipulation and then scenario based training following these situations:

• Armed versus Armed opponent (stick versus stick)
• Armed versus Unarmed opponent
• Unarmed versus Armed opponent
• Armed versus Armed opponent mixed (stick versus knife)

Remember that timing and speed are important factors to consider when dealing with a weapon. It will never just be the knife or stick that you are facing, but an opponent that will have his own strengths and weaknesses.

Photo Credits: Rocket Surgeon

Originally posted 2010-04-02 03:38:54.

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