For the record: my master detests the word "sport" associated with martial art. For him it is "kill or be killed" and kind of looks down on what I want to do. Why would I go to fight with a BJJ who wants to rip my arm off but I can't punch him in the nose? Why go fight the San Da guy who can knee me but I can't elbow him? Everybody sets up the rules to take advantage of their own strenghts. That's why TKD doesn't allow foot catching or kicking the supporting leg.Originally posted by red5angel
MK made a good point about perspective I think is rarely considered as well. Ray and Ross' guys al train to compete in sports, something that requires more precise training. One who trains to defend themselves may not necessarily require that type of intense training. I'm not saying it wouldn't help of course, I'm just saying it's not necessary to be a "good" fighter.
We consider it gentlemanly not to poke the eye or kick the balls. Other than that, be my guest.
Just wanted to make that clear, because I wouldn't want to turn away a potential student of my master. We are not a sport school. I am just a student there who happens to be interested in fighting for sport and this style happens to suit me.