Determining the best martial arts for fitness is almost impossible. There are so many different forms of martial arts that humans have been practicing for thousands of years, and martial arts has changed millions of lives. We’re going to go through the most effective martial arts that you can try at our studio and try to see which is truly the best. Let’s do it!
1. Martial Arts
We offer a general adult martial arts class that is kind of a little bit of everything – and all of our students LOVE IT. You’ll learn how to practice self defense properly, have a great time with like-minded people, and break quite a sweat too. Our basic routine is to condition at the start of class, run through drills and teach new skills, and wrap up with a cool down.
You WILL get sweaty in this class- so if you’re just starting to explore martial arts and looking for the best martial arts for fitness, our Adult Martial Arts class could be the perfect fit for you.
2. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ) is a common form of martial arts practiced around the world. BJJ is key to fighting an opponent bigger and stronger than you- you’ll use physics, motion, and lots of groundwork training to defend yourself no matter the size of your attacker. BJJ is super popular when it comes to women’s self defense, too.
If you’re looking to work your core in particular, go with BJJ- lots of ground work = lots of core work! All who desire shredded abs, attend a BJJ class -might be the best martial arts for fitness for you.
3. Muay Thai and Krav Maga
Muay Thai and Krav Maga will both take your fitness regimen to the next level. Our Muay Thai classes are for you if you’re looking to train competitively and fight on the mat. You’ll also learn how to attack with your elbows and knees instead of just punching and kicking. Krav Maga is more of a bootcamp style of teaching as it was originally taught to Israeli soldiers, so it’s super practical for real-life fighting.
Both Muay Thai and Krav Maga are intense forms of training, and you’re sure to get a fantastic workout in each class – the best martial arts for fitness is dependent on if you want to compete and use elbows and knees, or if you want to focus more on real life self defense applications.
4. The Verdict
So basically ALL of our martial arts classes will get you super fit, super fast. Each class is packed with fast-paced, full-body moves that are sure to relieve stress and boost your adrenaline. There ARE some key points to consider, however, when looking for the best martial arts for fitness. Are you looking to fight any opponent, even ones bigger than you? Go with BJJ. If you want to train competitively, Krav Maga or Muay Thai are your best options. And finally, you can get a little bit of everything and sweat your stress away with our general Adult Martial Arts class in city. Check out our incredible Martial Arts for Fitness classes right here at our school!