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What is the best Martial Art for seniors and people with back issues?
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∙ 8y ago
I agree with Sensei Swarthout. I began my study at age 37 and earned my Black Belt in 2012. I have Multiple Sclerosis and teach Self Defense classes. May I suggest Seniors learn to use walking cane for Self Defense? Canemasters and the American Cane Self Defense System provide great canes and instructional materials online.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 8y agoThere are many factors to consider. In general, any martial art will improve overall fitness, flexibility and strength. For those starting out at a later age, or with physical limitations, I would direct them toward the 'soft' arts as opposed to the hard ones. That being said, I started the study of Karate at age 42, earned my black belt at 47 and currently run a small dojo. The Hanshi of the style is 84 and still teaches daily.
Tai Chi Chuan is a common one for older individuals. Most places teach it for flexibility and movement, and don't talk much about the self-defense or martial aspects of it. Find a place that does and you will learn much!
While I would recommend avoiding arts that emphasize high kicks, such as Tae Kwon Do, there are styles of karate that don't expect any kicks above the waist. Judo, while it does mean getting thrown around a lot, teaches one how to fall safely, a very important skill!
Striking arts in general require more strength initially, but mellow out as one progresses. We have many practitioners in their 60's and 70's in Shorin Ryu Karate.
And I have studied the Canemaster system, which teaches one to use the cane for fitness and self defense.
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