List of Martial Arts

Flashcards with vocabulary terms related to different martial arts and their descriptions.

Aikido

The way of unifying (with) life energy or as the way of harmonious spirit.

Arnis

Indigenous fighting using wooden sticks, knife, etc.

Capoeira

Martial arts with elements of dance, acrobatic and music.

Kalaripayattu

Oldest martial art in the world rooted in Indian Mythology.

Krav Maga

Uses high energy primal instinct for self-preservation focusing on avoidance of physical confrontation.

Muay Thai

A deadly art with direct connections to religion (Buddhism). A strong defense is important as good as offense.

Pencak Silat

Incorporates strikes, grappling, etc. traditionally performed in muddy paddy field.

Pankration

Uses whichever methods and an empty-hand submission way back in 648 B.C. Olympic Games.