Could Classical Martial Arts Evolve in the US!

From Al Case at Matrix Martial Arts…

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The martial arts that developed in the US,

and in other parts of the world,

do not have the classical, oriental flavor.

They don’t have forms, 

the techniques are simplified,

(think boxing)

and the fighting methods are different.

So,

the question,

could (can?) western martial arts

develop zen philosophy and methods?

Boxing was codified,

and therefore limited,

by such things as the Marquis of Queensbury Rules.

I doubt if boxing could ever develop forms.

I think techniques are possible,

especially in conjunction with juhitsu.

But, generally speaking,

 it’s hard to create a philosophy

when you are dedicated to cauliflower ears,

concussions, and just trying to hit as hard as you can.

Nothing wrong with this, mind you,

I’m not dissing the sweet science,

I’m just observing and thinking

about which way the wind might blow.

Now,

I have seen some interesting things come out of (for instance) boxing.

People do analyze the what and the when of strikes.

People do focus on head and body movement to avoid strikes.

But is that enough to make boxing into a religion

that enlightens the soul?

And,

comes the follow up question…

do people really care about becoming enlightened?

I think they do,

but I think that modern society is not friendly

towards that concept.

People believe in corporations.

People who run corporations 

like Amazon, Google, Facebook, and so on,

don’t spend much time looking

into the soul.

People buy into education that is false.

Heck, even religion is under attack.

BUT…

I think there is a desire in the human soul,

something that draws people to values.

Something that makes people want to be strong and powerful…

and get along with their fellow man.

These reasons,

in my mind, 

elevates martial arts above modern methods.

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logical thinking,

and the truth of oneself.

Have a great work out!

Al

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