About JM Ken Barthle Expertise I can answer questions on self defense techniques and scenarios, basic questions on setting up teaching scenarios and training techniques, questions on physical techniques - specifically Kenpo and Jujitsu - and also on the psychology of engagement.
I can also answer questions on selecting a style, as well as the inevitable questions as to "how do I know what is right for me" and "what does style have that this other one doesn`t?"
Those are actually my favorite questions. ^_^
Experience I have several years of experience in the Martial Arts (1991-current, and counting!), having moved around enough to be "forced" to sample different styles in different parts of America and Europe. My styles are American Kenpo, Jujitsu, Krav Maga, and mixed school stick and knife. Most of the experience that I offer to question-askers stems from my own research into the process of selecting a style and instructor based on physical requirements, temperment and individual response to teaching styles. I thoroughly enjoy making an art out of being picky about teachers and schools. ^_^
Hide wrote at 2007-04-23 22:41:22
Tae Kwon Do is a more popular, sportier version of Tang Soo Do, however, it also, encourages a greater level of violence. Whereas Tang So Doo teaches a greater level of discipline, harmony, self-respect and respect for others.
Just a Thought wrote at 2009-01-16 01:35:41
Don't let the term "of hard style" or "soft style sway you" Because They are inter-changeable. no martial art is strictly soft nor hard, it's just how one interpretes and uses it.
What you want do is find a class that is right for your child. I suggest just starting in self defense classes, which give basic applications of techniques from most styles in order to defend oneself. Then let your child dabble in a martial art that he or she prefers.
P.s. As for what the fist guy says, i agree with him mostly, But i must say... Kung Fu is not always soft and peaceful style, its can also be, and i hate to use the phrase but a "hard style".
