Physical Education - Martial Arts

Flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on martial arts.

What is a martial art?

Any form of fighting and an art that has a set way of practice from certain countries.

What are some characteristics of hard martial arts?

Special consideration to the attack to beat the opponent (aggressive).

What are some characteristics of soft martial arts?

Fight the opponent in the less aggressive method, using the force of the other to surrender him.

Name one striking or stand-up style of martial art.

Boxing, Karate, Krav Maga, Kung Fu, Kickboxing, or Tae Kwon Do

Name one grappling or ground fighting style of martial art.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Russian Sambo, Shootfighting, or Wrestling

Name one throwing or takedown style of martial art.

Aikido, Judo, Hapkido, or Shuai Jiao

Name one weapons-based style of martial art.

Iaido, Kali, or Kendo

Name one low impact or meditative style of martial art.

Baguazhang, Tai Chi, or Chi Gong based styles

Who is considered the Grandfather of Karate?

Itosu Anko

Who is considered the inventor of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Helio Gracie

Who invented Kodokan Judo?

Dr. Jigoro Kano

Who invented Aikido?

Morihei Ueshiba

Who invented Jeet Kune Do?

Bruce Lee