What do you know about Cambodian Martial Arts / Prodal?
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I know a bit.  Cambodians primarily pursue a derivative of Thai boxing, as some of the best trainers in the world reside in Cambodia.  The reason for the presence of this sport is the strong influence of Vietnam and Thailand on the culture of Cambodia, though other martial arts are practiced.
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Quicksilver8676: \n\nBEST ANSWER!! Totally agree with every word. I've studied martial arts for over ten years. I teach self defence mixing Taekwondo and Ju Jitsu techniques. Cross training is the way to go but knowlege snf training in ANY martial art will be useful in a REAL situation.\n\nHood_12: \n\nDumbest guy you'll ever meet. Every post he makes is negative about TKD as he was screwed over by his instructor/school. It does happen sometimes. Most people notice they are been taken for a ride after a couple of lessons. Not this moron tho. Took him five years LOL
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Buy these books: \nBruce Lee: The Art of Expressing the Human Body\nThe Fighter's Body by Loren Christensen.\nUltimate Flexibility for the Martial Arts by Sang Kim\nStretching Scientifically by Thomas Kurz\nCombat Condtioning by Matt Furey\n\nTake a look at this website:\n\nwww.michiganmartialarts.com Hoi Jeon Moo Sool is taught here.\n\nI got this from wikipedia:\n\nHoi Jeon Moo Sool\nFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia\n\nHoi Jeon Moo Sool is a Korean martial art developed by Grandmaster Myung Jae Ok, which uses circular motions in order to use the opponent's power against him. Indeed Moo Sool means martial art, and Hoi Jeon means revolving.\n\nThe specialize of Hoi Jeon Moo Sool is comprised of five things:\n\nKYEOK KI \nTU KI \nMU KI \nHWAL KI \nNAE KI \nKYEOK KI is the attacking techniques which it contains Attacking hand techniques, Blocking hand techniques and Kicking techniques.\n\nTU KI is the self-defence techniques which it contains Throwing techniques, Chocking techniques and Locking techniques.\n\nMU KI is the weapons techniques which it contains Jang Kum (Long Sword), Jung Kum (Middle Sword), Dan Kum (Short Sword), Jang Bong (Long Staff), Jung Bong (Middle Staff), Dan Bong (Short Staff), Bu Chae (Fan), Pyo Chang (Sharp Nails), Ji Pang Ei (Cane), Tee (Belt), Ssang Jeol Bong (Two short sticks connected with chain).\n\nHWAL KI is the technique of reviving, which is teaching you all the Pressure points of the body, Physiotherapy, Muscle system, Bone structure, Fixing the spin and Acupuncture.\n\nNAE KI is where you learn how to develop your inner strength (KI), Breathing techniques, Mind control and develop (KI) with a certain forms.\n\nAll these techniques following steps way of Hoi Jeon Moo Sool (BO BEOB), which make your movements smoother with any technique. BO BEOB contains, TAE GEUK BO BEOB (Directions steps) And HOIJEON BO BEOB (Revolving steps).\n\n\nHOI JEON MOO SOOL LOGO\nOur logo consists of three main colors, red, blue, and white. These three colors are symbols of three phenomenons. The red color resembles the sky, the blue color resembles the earth, and the white color, which separates the red and the blue colors, resembles human being. These phenomenons accumulate to make a spiritual power (ki), which is written in Chinese words at the middle of the logo.\n\n\nTHE MEANING OF HOI JEON MOO SOOL: Hoi Jeon Moo Sool means "the revolving martial art." where (Hoi Jeon) means to revolve and (Moo Sool) means martial art. Most of the people think that fighting is synonymous with muscles. However, Hoi Jeon Moo Sool came to break this rule. This "revolving art" uses the opponent's power against him/her.\n\n\nHISTORY OF HOI JEON MOO SOOL: Korea was founded over four thousand years ago by Dan Goon. Most of the people were farmers at the time, and many had problems with wild animals and foreigners who robbed them and stole their food and belongings. Somehow the people had to learn how to defend themselves and their country. They developed a Martial Art using mainly hand techniques called Soo Bahk Do, and a Martial Art that used mainly foot techniques call Tae Kyun. Another art developed at the time that used farming tools as weapons was called Moo Yei Do. The people of Korea have always had many styles of dancing, games and other customs of a highly developed society. Many of their dances and games used circular motions (Won).\n\n\nORIGINS OF HOI JEON MOO SOOL: HOI JEON MOO SOOL is a very old style that uses hand, foot and weapons techniques. The techniques that comprise HOI JEON MOO SOOL were developed from the ancient Martial Art of DOL GAE SOOL.DOL GAE SOOL was founded by King Tae Jo during the Koryo Dynasty of Korea (994-1392 A.D.). King Tae Jo, inspired by the force of circular motions and movements found in nature, developed the art so that the people of his kingdom could defend themselves during the turbulent times of war in the region. The techniques used to develop DOL GAE SO
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Their are several. One in particular is Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, as shown by its effectiveness in real life combat and the MMA world. Certain striking arts, such as boxing/kickboxing- Muay Thai are also common combat skills trained throughout the miltary. Ther are probably others, nothing specifically as it's best to be well rounded. I'd imagine other arts that specialize in pressure points and specific fatal technique- crav?
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Le Krav Maga (de l'hébreu קרב מגע qui signifie littéralement « combat rapproché ») est une méthode de self-défense israélienne. À l'origine, il a été créé par Imi Lichtenfeld pour les besoins de l'armée israélienne. Aujourd'hui, il est utilisé également par de nombreuses polices et troupes d'élite internationales. Il connaît également un essor important chez les civils.
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i don't know.. hmm lets think about this.. \n\nyou have:\n\nsegal- aikido master in real life, he doesn't just play one on tv.. great at close quarters, beautiful splashing hands, etc.. \n\nvan damm- kickboxing extrodanaire, was champ in belgium before coming to the US. amazing kicking ability and rediculous flexibility and speed...\n\njet li- you have wushu champ who's intergrated multiple chinese arts and japanese arts into his arsenal, he's fast, agile, slippery and extremely skilled.. \n\nbruce lee- the most iconic martial artist in history, he perfected the art of adaptation, learning everything from western style boxing to juijitsu. he was fast, agile, powerful and a smart fighter.. \n\ngiven the match ups i'd have to say that jet and bruce would dominate, just because the arts that they come from are based on the idea of adapting to you're opponents style and in turn he defeats himself.. \n\nnot taking anything away from segal and van damm.. these four men are exceptional martial artists that have been able to bring their art into the mainstream for the rest of us to enjoy.. \n\n~*winkz*~
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Hi,\n\nIf you search the art you would interest you first this will help to keep you dedicated to practice, and studing. Then find a Kwoon/school close by to study at. Search google, and yahoo first, and you will find plenty of schools eager to help you out. \n\nlr\n\n\nhttp://www.wingchunassociation.com\nhttp://www.pacificwingchunassociation.com
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Bien sur! il suffit d'avoir envie! il y a des cours un peu partout en France et surtout en région parisienne! je suis une femme et c'est super parce que ça ressemble un peu à de la danse mélangé à un art martial!!! et puis on travail la musique, les chants, et on baigne dans la culture brésilienne!! voici le site de mon groupe www.suldabahia-franceparis.com
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I started in Boxing and Tae Kwon Do, for about a year.  This was about 1989, my sophmore year in college.  I switched to a Northern Style Kung Fu called Shipagi, some of the forms of which I still practice to this day.\n\nIn 1992 I studied Wing Chun and Arnis at the local YMCA for about 3 years.  After that, when I became a school teacher, I just trained on my own until 1999.\n\nThat's when I hooked up with Joseph Simonet in Wenatchee WA.  I trained in quite a few arts at that point (mainly because Joe is so well versed in so many himself) including Arnis/Eskrima, Tracy's Kenpo Karate, Yang style Tai Chi, Wing Chun and Pentjak Silat Serak.  I eventually earned a black belt in a hybrid curriculum he developed called American Wing Chun-Silat.\n\nSo let's see... I guess all told I have been training about 17 years.  Hmm, doesn't seem all that long and yet it's been quite the journey.\n\nPeace,\nVT
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i would suggest Krav Maga, which is Isreali Army self-defense...profieciency can be achieved relatively quickly, esp. compared to more "traditional" martial arts.\ni think the real question is, what are you trying to learn?  Do you wanna know how to beat people up?  Why?  After enough time in study, you can learn how to start fights before they start, and how to not be in a position where violent situations occur in the first place.  You CAN learn how to beat people up in little time, but, if you stick it out, you'll learn how not to need to.  Good luck on your search!
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There is no "best" art. Shaolin Temple Boxing (Kung Fu) & Karate are both fine martial arts. There are more differences among different Chinese styles than there are between Chinese & Japanese styles or between Chinese & Korean styles etc.\nFind a good instructor & good luck.
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There are a few things that you need to be aware of before going down this path. There are lots of people who will try to convince you that system X or system Y are the most effective, and that you can learn these systems in days or weeks. Not to put too fine a point on it, but these claims are utter horse poopoo. If you want to be skilled in a system, it is going to require some effort on your part. That being said, it is quite possible to become quite effective in relatively short order IF AND ONLY IF you are willing to put in the effort to get there. Also, before I go any further, please understand, I'm not saying these systems are better than others. Some systems have a different focus than others. That's not better, it is just different. Much like comparing apples and bananas, one isn't better than the other, they're just different.\n\nOk, with that out of the way, let's dig into the meat of your question. The first thing you need to decide is what is  it you want to get out of it? Are you looking to be able to protect yourself and others quickly and effectively? Or are you interested in competing in full contact fighting? Or are you just interested in doing it for yourself because it is something you think you'd enjoy? How you answer the above questions will dictate to some degree the best answer for you. \n\nIf you are strictly interested in effective self defense, there are some suggestions that I would make based on my personal experience. The Filipino systems of Kali, Escrima, and Arnis really hit the ground running, so to speak. They, along with the countless flavors of Indonesian Pencak Silat (pronounced pent-jahk see-laht), and some of the Chinese systems such as Wing Chun, Chung-I Chuan, and San Soo, are very much focused on turning you into a multi-faceted fighter in relatively short order. I prefer these systems because they don't focus on just one particular area. They incorporate bare hand techniques, weapon techniques (sticks and daggers are particularly common), and grappling techniques. If you are interested in primarily bare hand techniques, you could also include Muay Thai (aka Thai boxing). The big difference between these systems and similar systems is their overall philosophy. One of the systems that I do personally is Taiji Quan. Very, very effective combat system. However, the guiding philosophy is that they expect that you'll be studying Taiji for the rest of your life. As a result, though you do become extremely effective in combat, it comes with time and isn't a major focus from the start. The systems I mention above, though, focus on making you at least competent in as short of a time as possible. \n\nIf you are interested in full contact fighting, then I would recommend going in the direction of something like Shootfighting or Brazillian Jiujitsu (aka Gracie Jiujistu). I've known people who practiced both of these styles and can attest to the fact that they became relatively skilled rather quickly. The big distinction between these styles and the first group of styles that I mentioned is that the self defense oriented styles include many, many techniques that would be patently illegal in full contact fighting. \n\nI hope this provides some information that you will find useful. Again, I can't advise you strongly enough to avoid the systems that will tell you that they will teach you to become a whirlwind of death in 30 days or similar nonsense. Anything worth doing takes effort and practice, and if it was easy, everyone would do it. I've spent most of my life in the martial arts, and I wouldn't trade it for anything. It has been a great experience for me, and I hope it will be for you, too. Good luck!
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me! i love it used to do wado-ryu when i was younger but started shotokan and its better- especially the katas\nour association is kaizencentral karate federation,run by a former world champion.
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Customary Cambodian teachings include: that if a person does not wake up before sunrise he is lazy; you have to tell your parents or elders where you are going and what time you are coming back home; close doors gently, otherwise you have a bad temper; sit with your legs straight down and not crossed (crossing your legs shows that you are an impolite person); and always let other people talk more than you.\n\nKhmer culture is very hierarchical, in that the greater a person's age, the greater the level of respect that must be granted to them.
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The above person is very, very wrong.\n\nTae Kwan Do originated in Korea.  It HAS since spread to thailand and other more southern countries, but it's Korean.\n\nKarate and Judo are both Japanese arts.  They were originally part of the samurai lifestyle "bushido," although karate originated mainly on the southern island of okinawa, where no one was allowed to bear arms so they learned to defend themselves without weapons, or with farming tools.\n\nTKD(tae kwan do), is largely a kicking art.  It does have some punching and other striking but that is mainly the realm of Hapkido, which is sort of a hybrid of korean and japanese self defense techniques and is often taught along with TKD.\n\nKarate is a more even balance of punches and kicks, with other kinds of hand techniques thrown in such as backfists, elbow strikes, shutos, nukites, and other assorted striking forms.\n\nJudo is largely a non-striking sport, and is typically done with heavier gis(uniforms) than those worn in karate.  It is an art focused around throws and grappling, with some emphasis on joint locks, arm bars, and chokes as well.\n\nFor practical self defense, you should look into learning both karate and judo.  Since they come from the same, central art they hybridize very well, and you'll have the skills to be a distance fighter as well as a close-in grappler/thrower.\n\nTae kwan do's flashy kick techniques are more suited to tournaments rather than actual street situations.  If you're looking to win competitions and whatnot, I'd say TKD is on equal level with the japanese arts, but in terms of raw self defense potential, karate and judo come out ahead(assuming you're learning traditional arts and not some funky hybrid).\n\nYou may also want to look into Kung Fu, which originates in china.  It is a slightly different art from karate and TKD.  It's more practical self-defense wise than TKD, but not quite as much as karate(at least in most cases).  It's a very interesting art to learn though.\n\nHappy travels!
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You will find the information you seek at these links...\n\nhttp://www.shamballa-mdh-indonesia.org/shamballa_page.htm\nhttp://www.findunitywithin.com/healing/shamballa-reiki/\nhttp://www.shamballaspirit.com/pages/768136/index.htm
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Never had any exposure to it myself or sparred with someone who trained in it, at least they never said anything about it.\n\nAs a CMA (chinese martial art) that does in fact utilize animal forms it is imperative that you make sure the school is going to teach you legitimately and not give you some load of crap about "we train so we don't have to ever fight" or "what use is sparring when you can learn to fight by yourself".  CMAs have a large chance to be selling you a line of bs.\n\nIf you don't see resistance training (training the techniques against someone else who is non-compliant) then you are at a school that is feeding you a line of bs and you should check out other choy li fut schools (if there are any where you live) or other schools of other arts.\n\nThe important thing is not what art you practice, but the quality of the training. training in untessed techniques with no pressure or against a fully compliant dummy opponent will not help you. You will see some degree of this so you know how it should work, but after doing it 2-3 times you need resistance to see if you are actually getting it right or if it even works or not.