I have no martial arts experience, where do I start?

[@rasky1991]

Instructions unclear. I've bought a Mustang and crashed it into a boxing gym.

[@harrisfrankou2368]

You won!

[@Delete240]

Same except I bought the horse breed of mustang rather than a car😂

[@IAmAndrew1]

Happen to the best of us

[@taecookies6121]

😭😭😭

[@seanmoore4248]

Brilliant! 😅😂🤣

[@duchi882]

*"Where do I start?"* 1. Start on yourself

[@pollen1253]

Okay I’m now on myself, what’s the next step

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

"Where do I start?" First you should start by logging onto KZbin and watching Ramsey's video, then you can do whatever you want.

[@brynmitchell5774]

Ameri Do Te, its the only martial art you need ! best of all , worst of none !

[@blockmasterscott]

@@brynmitchell5774 His Pelvic Thrust of Freedom is unbeatable.

[@brynmitchell5774]

@@blockmasterscott Yeah , but Rachel's Kill Face !!!

[@blockmasterscott]

@@brynmitchell5774 I never heard of that one, so I looked it up. That was hilarious!

[@GuitarsRockForever]

@@brynmitchell5774 Always restomp the groin.

[@RTPJu]

"I have no martial arts experience, where do I start?" On a shooting range, son

[@brynmitchell5774]

RTP , I spat my beer out ! On a shooting range son , brilliant .

[@joelancon7231]

I love shooting and I'll admit I laughed, but dude... stop

[@Horus-Lupercal]

Shut-up, Yankee.

[@Bazilisk_AU]

I live in Australia and guns aren’t actually nationally banned ! Although... I’d have to travel to a very specific state in this country where the people aren’t pleasant and the place reeks of koala piss, then provide 250 points of ID at the gun club, half of which will be declined because I live outside that state, forfeit my phone and wallet as I go through the metal detectors, undergo a strip search before walking into the shooting galley, hire one of two types of handguns ; an old Glock and an outdated model of Revolver that Ned Kelly probably used, then fire at Archery Targets because Australian Law mandates you can’t fire at anything remotely human shaped. In Japan, it’s not all that different, but the same laws even extend to AirSoft Guns. I’d be paying roughly $50 per hour to use the range, $100 per gun hired and $5 per round fired. I’ll be put on a National registry that states I’ve fired a gun and been to a firing range, then I’ll have to undergo that experience several times until I have enough accumulated hours to earn a “Firearms Safety Certificate” that certifies me to join a Gun Club and own my own Firearm. Now... in Australia I’d only be allowed to legally own a firearm under very specific circumstances. Heck, even being a Law Enforcement Officer doesn’t give you the right to own a firearm. If you do chose to buy a firearm, you can only buy a Semi-Automatic because Laws... and you have to have it stored inside a Locked Box that’s been Bolted Down to various specifications. You’re not allowed to carry it, concealed or open carry unless it’s to and from your profession requiring your firearm. Interestingly, you have to state on the Gun Registry exactly where that gun is kept stored. You have to prove that you’re a Sports Shooter, or your profession requires it (Farmer/Rural Pest Control) And get this... in Australia, a firearm can’t be used in any way shape or form, whatsoever for “Self Defense”. If you do... you’ve just become the bad guy and there is no legal basis for self defence. In most states, firearms are outright banned and the ones in circulation are the ones that were previously legally obtained, but procured illegally from... you guessed it, the Gun Registry. It’s not uncommon that once you purchase a firearm and keep it locked away, after several months have passed, one day when you’re at work or out of the house, someone breaks in and takes your firearm. There’s organised crime syndicates that have access to the Gun Register, and no one wants to report a missing firearm because that carries a whopping massive fine. On the plus side, gun violence is so scarce here you’d think that guns are outright banned here. The hassle of getting one is too costly. We have free healthcare here but try owning a gun here; it’s more expensive than a drug addiction or healthcare in the US. Also an extremely impractical thing to have unless you live on a Farm, and an extremely incriminating thing to have on your record (owning or have fired a gun). You can’t exactly brag that you have a gun or you’ve fired a gun because it would be like saying you’ve been to prison. On TV, if someone is introduced with a firearm in their introduction, 90% of the time they turn out to be the bad guy. As a nation we’re conditioned to think that all guns are bad and only bad guys use guns. The police are held in contempt because they carry guns. So for us poor folks in Australia... we don’t realistically have that option.

[@electricant55]

Unfortunately shooting range doesn't have much real-world carryover in most countries

[@lucascosta-mr4mr]

I started at Taekwondo just because I wanted to learn how to do some of the pirouettes that Leon and other characters do in Resident Evil 4.

[@zentark360]

I respect you so much right now. The balls to say that on this channel, and the best best part is that's probably similar to my reason

[@katrin6388]

eu quero aprender os chutes de zohan haha

[@danielrobertson4490]

I'm 4 months old and I'm scared it's too late to start martial arts.😭

[@Konstantine5r7ik7]

I was born yesterday. Is it too late to start martial arts ?

[@Docinaplane]

I've been considering tying a black belt on a newborn's umbilical cord and promoting them to black belt in TKD with the way things are going.

[@Konstantine5r7ik7]

@@Docinaplane its never too early. Kids start practicing kicks in womb 😂

[@Docinaplane]

@@Konstantine5r7ik7 lol! Good one!

[@danielrobertson4490]

@@Docinaplane 🤣😂

[@Docinaplane]

You've already started by asking the question :-) Good for you!

[@KGisthename]

No harm in trying guys. At the very least it is a fun way of working out and staying in shape.

[@hotpenguin607]

Don't just sit there and think where to start *Just DO IT* You'll figure out the rest on the way

[@llawliet3733]

I started Judo 6 months ago (I am 25 now so started kinda late). They tought me enough stuff, so that I could test for Green Belt theoretically. Its fun, I get in shape, I met nice people and my Self defense skills improved. Best Decision of my life

[@angelmirchev8433]

First of all. Happy new year Ramsey and everyone. Second of all. DO IT! JUST DO IT! I took my first class at the age of 25. It was Japanese Kickboxing. I have hence tried MMA, BJJ and am currently focusing on Muay thai with the hope of having at least 1 amateur fight in 2020 at the age of 27.

[@yordannydelvalle3301]

I have only 22 year old and getting curious what one should to enter in martial art. So what advica can you give?

[@michaelhowze8198]

@@yordannydelvalle3301 What arts do you have access to in your area?

[@yordannydelvalle3301]

@@michaelhowze8198 There is only karate, muy thai, kickboxing , boxing and etc . I am really cannot drive due to my conditi9n due to my deafblindness ( Usher syndrome ) and though I am not comoletlly blind and deaf, what concern me is my reduced lateral visión. Meaning I cannot look at both sides of right and left. I do know is there any instructor who have experienced with dealing with some disabilities?

[@michaelhowze8198]

@@yordannydelvalle3301 Well if you have vision problems a grappling system is your best bet. In Japan they had a blind national Judo champion for example. Striking would be very difficult to learn with bad vision. So your going to want BJJ,Judo,catch wrestling stuff like that.

[@yordannydelvalle3301]

@@michaelhowze8198 I have the feeling that you would say that. I 've done my research on them and they are better suited for me due to that I relyd on touching and feeling more than hearing and looking. So, It 'll start from there and my sister also want to participate and my brother. Good thing, there is a place close to my home.

[@kamelmeddah9074]

Avoiding my dad's belt is the best martial arts class I got so far

[@doctorfaustxvi]

My training consists mainly of powerbuilding/strongman, and I hit the bag every now and then. I have experience with aikido (only useful things I learned there are stability and joint manipulation), I wrestled a lot in high school (that's what we did during lunch break, just get out and throw each other around, very unprofessional) and I attended a BJJ open mat a few months ago with some friends who train. You (amongst some other wise people) inspired me to get a bit more serious with combat training. This year I will be 19 years old, and it's about time to actually learn how to fight, so I will most definitely start doing MMA/Boxing/BJJ, and that's a promise Mr Dewey

[@icecold4085]

He may not read this, but I did. Go get em son!

[@joelancon7231]

@@icecold4085 he usually does

[@RamseyDewey]

I read them all!

[@asxxdm]

@@RamseyDewey even this one?

[@RamseyDewey]

@@asxxdm yep, even this one.

[@Cavouku]

When I was going to Uni I tried out a BJJ gym and a Muay Thai gym. I had more fun doing BJJ, but I much preferred working with the Muay Thai coach. It all comes down to a value judgment in the end, wish you all well on that journey.

[@Andulsi]

Funny, I enjoy Muay Thai more than BJJ. Though I do enjoy both

[@xXLoonoeXx]

I don't know where you should start, I must say it's impressive for someone like you not to have any martial arts experience, Dewey.

[@Atomicshaddow]

Grease Fire its always weird when HE asks US questions, isn’t it?

[@samgomez9942]

Dang, I wanted to know about starting a martial arts class but this guy just gave me life guidance

[@Sevensliders]

I restarted martial arts because I wanted to compliment my weightlifting training and see if I can apply some concepts of weightlifting to martial arts situations. I weightlift because I want to get good at where I work. I found not only a great community but also a burning desire to get better at not only my conditioning but also my skills in sparring. I have no plans to be a competitive fighter, however.

[@winfehler]

I got started in Martial Arts because I have always wanted to have a samurai sword. Now I could have just bought one and called it a day; however, I did feel that without the skills to wield it, it would never be much more than a dead, oddly shaped and overpriced hunk of metal. And I did not want that. Also tried my hands (and feet) in Hapkido, Aikido, BJJ and Ju-Jitsu since then. Good advice on the necessity of introspection, Coach - that’s not just something to keep in mind for training, but life in general.

[@ikon1327]

This man voice is epic gonna need this guy to narrate my biography

[@silversurfer9019]

Hey Ramsey, I started my son with Judo because 1. Kodokan - the dojo’s I my area all submit to the oversight of the Kodokan so the instruction and instructors have a history and base of success. 2. The first thing they teach in Judo is how to fall. No matter what art you eventually decide you want to master, knowing how to fall will always be useful

[@NotMyAccount]

Go to a martial arts class... "i dont know how to ride a bike... What should i do?" Get on a bike...

[@karlokamenjasevic921]

I may start ITF Taekwondo again after 6 years, for the last year i've been only going to the gym to work on strengh

[@altairiel6335]

I started with boxing and Taekwondo as a kid. The basics of footwork and technique being taught properly and practiced thoroughly helped me build a foundation before jumping into other styles

[@N_Pakhomios]

I got back to martial arts after many years. It was hard at first, but it’s worth it. ❤️

[@Badge01Kenobi]

I would say start base building first for 4-6 months. Road biking, elliptical, machine lifting, jogging, swimming. Then seek out specific aliveness-based MA classes. The base-building gives you the mental drive and physical resiliency to train a skill-based regime.

[@roflswamp6]

I'm 28 and am an ex drug addict with zero athletic experience no background in any thing sport or fight related period and started mma and bjj right before the corona thing happened greatest decision I've ever made in my life just do it

[@ClassicGaming7]

Pretty inspirational, Hope all is well. Turning 21 next and am contemplating doing mma (bjj/boxing) have never stepped foot in an environment before

[@yfjudhlnbvgkkjd8559]

So you started mma with no prior martial arts experience? Because im starting boxing right now and maybe after 6 -12 months i wanna start with mma but some people said that starting it without background wouldn't be beneficial. So how are you doing after 4 years and are u still doing mma how is going ?

[@kiddrummeremac96]

This was the best advice i could’ve heard. Thank you for this! 🙏🏽

[@RicoMnc]

When you are shopping MA and test driving, I would observe a class before participating. Have conversations with the owner and instructors if possible. Yes, there will be a bit of arrogant bravado and confidence, it kinda' goes with the territory, but there should also be some humility and joy, they should love what they teach. Also listen for stories of failure and changing their mind about their particular MA and others. If they have learned lessons about what does and doesn't work and why, and were humble enough to learn from their mistakes and change they will be able to help you learn from their mistakes. I have had good experiences with instructors who were high level, black belts in more than one MA discipline as well as some who were probably only a couple of years ahead of me. The human factor is important. The character and teaching ability is more important than what particular style or curriculum they teach or being a baddass ninja, especially at the beginning level of the first couple of years. If they can teach you solid fundamentals and principles and help you maintain the necessary physical, mental, and emotional fitness you will have a solid foundation to build more advanced skills later.

[@satuhogosha]

I started with Judo, zero regrets. Judo has a good progression system and is really newbee friendly.

[@paulthomassen5007]

choose the the class where you're having the most fun

[@RobinMcBeth]

As a lifelong striker, I say grappling. Start to crawl. On the floor. On your back. Relaxed. Then less relaxed.

[@1sunstyle]

I started learning Silat and Escrima 27 years ago. Escrima is the hot new thing you have to learn now. I taught myself Tai Chi and Bagua 11 years ago. I mostly practice moving meditation for health now. I practice with a stick every day to keep myself honest. Peace. Mike.

[@someperson9536]

Which martial art should someone learn about? That depends on the person's goals and the reasons why he wants to learn about it.

[@haydengamino9756]

Perfect response, period.

[@joebrowser0]

Amazing advice. I had honestly not thought it through about why would I want to get into martial arts or even I really want to. I guess I have just liked watching it since childhood but I do have to think about it. And it didn’t occur to me about the trial classes. I guess “if there is a will there’s a way”

[@giovannip.1433]

Great analogy with cars - some people want 4 wheel drive off roader, some people want an efficient commuter, some people want a camper van. Doesn't matter how good the model is, if it doesn't suit what you want - or need - then 'you' can be disappointed with the vehicle you choose or get sold. e.g. Meditative, contact, fitness, social martial arts.

[@martintanz9098]

I started martial arts back in 2018. I was looking for something similar to the Tang Soo Do I practiced in my youth. I found an ITF Tae Kwon Do school near my house and I haven't looked back. It isn't exactly the same. The classes are shorter, there are way more kids than there were back then. The forms are a little different. We spar with a lot more gear than I used to spar with. We practice on mats instead of wood floors. But it was close enough and I haven't looked back.

[@El-Burrito]

Also, maybe a good place to start is just working on your fitness. You'll be able to get fit doing martial arts of course, but it helps to be fit to do martial arts.

[@layalalhroub]

thanks dude this video was really helpful

[@georgefoley9793]

I've had a brief (1 year) experience with Wing Chun and 2 years of Kyokushin Karate training back in middle school / junior high to fight off the bullies, but after the bully problem was rectified, academic priorities took over, and I had to quit. Now as an adult in my early 30s, I came back to Karate because during the lockdown of the pandemic I had to stay home for extensive periods of time, and I often found myself practicing some basic Karate moves I still remembered for excersising and mediation purposes. So, the year 2020 became my year of martial arts rediscovery and research, which is how I came across this channel. I briefly considered Taekwondo because there are literally two TKD dojangs very close to where I live, but I quickly realized that I lost most of my flexibility from my childhood years, and I simply would not be able to throw those high head kicks for a very long time. This line of thinking lead me to my next choice which was "old man Karate", also known as Goju Ryu, - high kicks are available in the curriculum, but not nearly as emphasized as they are in TKD because this dojo has a focus on practical, close range self defence sparring rather than long distance sports Karate sparring style. In short, this was a perfect fit for my objectives. 2 months into it, and I couldn't be happier with my choice.

[@me0101001000]

Happy New Year, Coach! Let's continue to get out there and train!

[@fuenteskevin72]

I started by watching KZbin and hitting the bag

[@jeffsmith5589]

I had minimal preconceived notions when I started other than Bruce lee movies. I found a teacher that made me sweat and taught me to go past where I thought I could go. I see this as a good thing!

[@boyinalabcoatboyinalabcoat393]

Embrace the poweer of gym hopping. Not only for martial arts, but dance, rock climbing etc. You will face many learning experiences

[@GGShinobi77]

This has wisdom in it that does not only apply to martial arts but to many things... There it goes onto my "wise words" playlist :)

[@WhiteApeMA]

What I told a friend a while back who was inspired to start martial arts, because I guess it looked like I was having so much fun lol, was to do some online research. Read and research about different styles and watch some videos of them (not to start learning the art of course, just to get a visual of it). That way before taking classes he kinda had a general idea of what direction he wanted to go. Basically other than that first step, it's the same as what you say. Because one may like the way something looks from afar, and not so much when really doing it. Or like you said, the style can be great but the school can suck. Luckily it worked out for my friend though.

[@xenomethean9304]

Martial arts is like tea, you have to find your flavor.

[@ArthurGoodness]

Happy New year's coach! May 2020 bring more potent skills and fun content

[@One-ct3xe]

I disagree Mr. Caramel smooth voice guy! The obvious place to start is babysitting two toddlers at once. Footwork, speed, accuracy, strength, and patience- all of it starts right there!

[@treasurewuji8740]

I am legit jealous of that bush on your chin. I also think it is a good idea to get generally fit before getting into any specific sport. As someone who sits a lot everyday, I learned that lesson in a hard way.

[@barbrasosi]

First 'martial art' I was in was Aikido, but I'd been in a few fights before. Looking back, I had some kind of surreal feelings at times when I did aikido training. Had to suspend my disbelief I think. Mainly because the attacker (seme) is only ever allowed one move, and everything was focused on hand holds. But at least some of my seniors did encourage some kind of pressure testing (not sparring). Only did it because had friends doing it. After everyone left, i did not continue. Did kyokushin after that. Seemed strange most of the seniors would go all out on a casual sparring. Stopped after a while, did not feel like getting hurt over nothing. Not doing any rn but felt inspired by bald mma jesus (that's you Ramsey) to take something in grappling for ground game.

[@brianallen6300]

Great advice Ramsey. Everyone is different and we all have different tastes and talents. Do your due diligence and you'll find a discipline that you're comfortable with. Totally agree with inner reflection, get your mind and heart in the right place. Happy New Year and God bless.

[@fergimasta]

I think the first 2 martial arts you should learn is boxing and bjj.

[@bookknight]

Great video to start off the year with!

[@theimpaler5034]

If I was to start all over again I would take up boxing as boxing gives you the foundation for various fighting styles like mma muay thia and so on

[@ayushbajaj1965]

Thanks sir....Your talk was very genuine

[@josedanielgalvan9237]

It depends also on the reason why you need your car for. Just to go to work in town? Or go to the countryside through sand paths? or car racing? Same thing for martial arts.

[@InimitaPaul]

You start with a beard, it's obviously a source of power. I can't see any other reason to sport that thing...😉

[@M7S4I5L8V2A]

I'm pretty sure there's a dude in the Bible who was like that. I know there was a guy who's dreds gave him power.

[@aimaedac]

*Saitama wants to know your location*

[@InimitaPaul]

Hater Sensei Grand Master Chosen One I’m British, it wasn’t by design lol.

[@sonofbelz]

@@M7S4I5L8V2A Samson. As long as his hair was long he had incredible strength.

[@joshuadelgado1286]

Over thinking on what to do or where to start, the best answer is just go,or have someone else say it

[@CageCombatandFitness]

Lol gotta use the analogies , but yeah, starting from nothing is a case of shopping around for the right martial arts school. Back when I was a kid the selection was razor thin. I actually found my martial art school because I was going to fight someone that I challenged and he told me that he would only fight me if I went to where he trained. Once I did and saw the style I completely forgot why I was there and became best friends with the guy I was going to fight 😅

[@ronanbest6037]

Starting BJJ next week , let's hope it all goes well !!!

[@inmygreatestversion2479]

How is it going?

[@smoothwizard2868]

I’m 2 years late but how did it go

[@OmegaDonut]

@@smoothwizard2868 im curious to know as well

[@RapperJayT]

Yo what's up

[@eboymorales3047]

i just started MMA and bjj last monday, at first it feels great but now my body starts soring. yesterday i trained judo and then i realized MMA is just too hard for me.. i felt exhausted even i rest one day.. But it feels betters in terms of striking

[@huaxzhang]

When I shop for my cars, I don't just go out to try any/all cars. Some basic research and understanding of my own needs must happen first. The question really is, say, once people decide to learn self defense, which arts? As an absolute newbie, simply go try gyms out may not be a very good approach. If you only want the art of any martial arts, or for fitness, maybe simply try them out would do.

[@1212341234alan]

Wtf already got a hater disliking the video when it's one of the best bits of advice...... they clearly don't no good advice when they see it

[@unnamedchannel2202]

1:30 Nope! You go for an UAZ Buchanka! It trumps the Ford in usability, endurance, any kind of costs plus it looks cute. 🤣

[@gilkennedy7638]

My first car was the best that ever exists, until my second one.... :)

[@HugoRRoca]

I want to find the mix martial arts not because I want a gym, don't have a bully, not because I want to be fit, not because I want to be better.. I want to learn mistrial arts because I want to canalize my strength and potential according to my personality and the way I handle thing. I want a way to put my stress behind and use it in a positive way to discharge my day to day anger and teach others how to control their vials.. I want it to be a close contact sport to release testosterone and daily stress..

[@CHAARAWTAZA144]

explore what’s in your spirit. something or nothing is already inside of you.

[@TheMdub27]

I want to feel safe with myself and not rely on something external like a weapon, I’d like to do martial arts but I don’t want to get my ass beat. Any recommendations?

[@grahamhill676]

I'd probably say Muay Thai is the best for self defence, or if you want something more accessible and the best workout probably boxing. BJJ if you want to learn less striking and more groundfighting/takedown fighting. For me, boxing is probably the best place to start, can't go wrong with it and it's currently what I do. Either way you'll have to spar - if you're getting your ass beat too hard either your sparring partner is terrible/going too hard or you're not quite ready yet. Just do as much as you're comfortable with in any martial art.

[@psyience3213]

Before i even watch im gonna say that basically gym is a business and so if they don't cater to new people they'll quickly exhaust their customers. Bjj deals with such a high attrition rate i feel like it's a good place to start. It's also one of those arts that will tell you that whole physicality thing is even for you. Bjj will test your will and discipline earlier than other arts. you sum it up pretty beautifully

[@Buphido]

But even for cars, there are recommendations for cars that are good for beginners. Cars that are cheap (because the first car is most likely to get damaged by slight misjudgements in parking etc.), cars that school you in driving manual (seriously, get a manual as a first car, otherwise you're never gonna learn it) and are still easy to drive and specs you should look out for when buying a car. Though you did do the latter. I'm currently looking for my first martial art anyway and I've narrowed it down by choosing a mixed martial arts gym with many very good reviews that allows me to try multiple martial arts without having to change the gym.

[@89334726]

For me it was right from the begining to be able to defend myself and the people I work with with minimal harm to offenders so things like Krav Maga flew out of the window along with striking oriented styles (boy was I wrong with this one). So it was BJJ which I kinda thought would fit the bill best. But then funny thing happened and I kinda end up taking some general striking releated lessons... Aaaaaand some self defence oriented Jiu-jitsu. And I loved em all! So now around a year later I'm doing Kickboxing twice a week, BJJ twice a week (when we're able to, free rolling w/out teachers doesn't fit my bill) AND Jiu-jitsu twice a week (Hokutoryu) of which I happen to have belt test next week for 5.kuy (aka yellow) listening to my aging body and knowing when to take a day off since lessons are from monday to thursday with no days off in between and kb & bjj during same day. My goal is still clear, it just got a bit more complex. Oh, and a lot of credit goes to this Ramsey fellow with smooth voice.

[@ChrisWizzerd]

😂 "Go do that!" Perfect line! J.J.M.B, If you have the money and time.. start with judo, then move to jiu jitsu, now you have a foundation of how the body works mechanically, then move to Muay Thai, to learn how to keep them away with knees and kicks, then lastly... boxing, for when they get too close you know how to knock them out, and If all else fails you'll have the answers to the questions if they take you down.

[@matthew-514]

I want to become stronger, flexible and healthy

[@KAIZENURAMESHI]

Tai chi did and Wingchun did that for me I recommend it you try it

[@joelancon7231]

Ild recomsnd karate,taekwando, or Jiujitsu for that but also what Ramsey said

[@randomeperson1538]

Hey Ramsey is Kajukenbo legit. I live in Idaho and their are not alot of good places where I live to train and where I used to they stoped sparing.

[@RamseyDewey]

I grew up in Idaho. What town are you from? Like all martial arts, Kajukenbo is as legit as you make it.

[@randomeperson1538]

@@RamseyDeweyI live in the outskirts of Nampa. And thanks I am just a bit leary and the gym I went too a guy taught muay thai but after my first fight he left and so they stoped their fight team and even sparing all together so I've been looking for a new place now.

[@Shligunkel]

Thank you for this advice. I feel like this is something i should have come up with myself but i didn't.

[@johnlannet3370]

This is some great advice sir. When my family was wanting to take marital arts we went to a variety of places. We wanted somewhere that was legit, but would also work with our (high-fuctioning) autistic child. Most places we went heard "special needs" and wouldn't even talk to us afterwards. We were blessed to find a fantastic Taekwondo school and been there ever since. Look around. What may work for me may not work for you. I won't be good in a cage match but I found what I needed. As Coach would say, now get out there and train.

[@foozle1up9]

Is it advisable to shift country(not state, but the whole country) to go for full time training? India doesn't have that quality right now

[@RamseyDewey]

Sometimes. A lot of people travel to Thailand to train at the Muay Thai camps there, for example.

[@foozle1up9]

@@RamseyDewey oh okay thanks...I was thinking of more...like San Diego or dublin...but issues like visa always occur😂

[@grumpyoldman2380]

Excellent advice. Great video!

[@johnlansing2902]

Boxing to learn that people WILL harm you. Each art has its strengths to teach a student but is the strength it teaches the only thing thing you need?

[@adoggyo5002]

Ramsey, is it a bad idea for someone walk in cold weather right after being warm and sweaty from training? I layer up with warm breathable material, but am I missing anything? Can I adapt to cold weather naturally because I'm originally from a humid area and used to drive to a class when I had a car, but now I live in a much colder area and have to walk and take the bus. Thank you friend.

[@RamseyDewey]

Shower and dry off after training. You’ll be fine.

[@garynaccarto8636]

Me personally my first martial art was Judo and thats preaty much all I have trained in.Judo me practicing Judo was not really my idea in the first place in fact as far as martial arts goes Judo was preaty far down on my list but I've had a social worker in high school who knew a guy who was a sensei of a Judo Dojo and she recomended his Dojo to me and the other reason why I joined is that he initially offered free classes.I took the classes I enjoyed them however what I was also preaty young and not to mention I was also quite ignorant and was always wanting to check out Ninjitsu because I thought that it would actually be effective and because I was also drawn to all of the glamour behind it however there wasn't even any Ninjitsu Dojos in my area.However as time went on I began to further appreciate Judo and I began to figure out that Judo was actually more effective when it came to actually achieving the goal I was trying to achieve in the first place.Which was preaty much to learn the most effective efficient method of hand to combat posible as well as to actaully gain more of an understanding of how the warriors who existed earlier in history would have actually fought each other.

[@gladysmarklowitz4932]

Dude this guy understands

[@ttz4m3]

Also do your research, see what each style entails and know what you want and what you'll get from each club/gym.

[@soldbones.]

Great vid bro I’m about to start getting into combat sports and in the gym bc I’m rlly interested in putting my time into stuff other than video games all the time and wasting my life.

[@kman3938]

u helped me make my mind about what kind of pizza I'll order, thx man

[@mrmoth26]

Where do you start? At the beginning.

[@szotakandrei]

Beard is becoming glorious.

[@shattereddnb3268]

I've decided to finaly get back in to martial arts after a long break from training. When I was younger I did some TMA (Judo, Minami Ryu Ju-Jitsu and Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu), but now it's time to get on the MMA route! I don't have any real ambition to compete, my goal is to train for excercise, self defence, and simply because I enjoy learning new things. I want to learn Muay Thai and BJJ for starters, so, would you recommend I do both at once, or start with one before I take up the other? If so, which would you recommend I start with? Thanks for a great channel couch!

[@simonmorris4226]

More common sense! I was lucky in that I got taken along by a couple of close friends to a multi style self defence type club which had that outward looking ethos. Eventually focussed on aikido but studied judo, ju Jutsu, karate, tai chi, and a load of other things on the way. Made me appreciate martial arts generally and allowed me to make informed choices as to which way I want to go.

[@jacobpaint]

Ok, so I took your advice and bought the Mustang... so how do I learn to defend myself if someone tries to carjack me?

[@ericengland2017]

I'm 25 and I'm broke and all that but I wanna to learn discipline and self control and also have something I can teach my kids that will be more valuable that material things ,when I get them I've played alot of tekken and watched the protector with Tony Jay

[@adamethridge7824]

I love that, pick one start there. That like Jocko Wilnicks advice do it

[@nigelsenchez]

Seek and you shall receive.

[@scottt7309]

Totally agree with what you said Ramsey. I'm going to try Bjj this week see what I think.

[@ando336699]

Hey Ramsey im 32 but been interested in martial arts all my life Only problem is im very introverted and feel awkward hitting people or getting hit So i thought maybe BJJ but im just so shy and feel awkward being so close to people like that Any words of wisdom ? Should i just push through my overthinking and give it a go

[@RamseyDewey]

Yep. That’s great advice you just have yourself! I second that notion: just get out and there give it a try!

[@skipS899]

I want to get into MMA. Should I just join an MMA gym or should I do bjj or boxing or any other part of MMA first?

[@stewartsivarajah2352]

Hi coach, My name is Stewart, I’m 43 and I’m from the UK with my partner and our five year old daughter. I have followed your KZbin channel for a couple of years and have found it very useful. I have been training in Sanda for a couple of years and you have answered my question with regards to shaolin forms on your channel. I wonder if you can please help me with something I’ve been struggling with for a long time. I’ve recently started training in Muay Thai, my coach is well known in the UK and really enjoy it. One thing I struggle with, to a point of stopping me from turning up, is I’ve got really skinny legs and I always wear kickboxing trousers while training. My coach always tells me that I’ll be less hot and sweaty if I just wear shorts like everyone else. I’m very self conscious that people will take one look at my skinny legs and judge me as a weakling. I train very hard and work hard on my legs to compensate for the lack of size and mass. I’ve been doing squats and calf training to put some bulk but it doesn’t seem to work much as I’m not mainly weight training. The weight training I do to bulk my legs seems to slow me down without much result in adding size. I just don’t know if I could keep it on and be the only guy who wears trousers at the gym. I know this maybe trivial to some but it’s crippling to me. Have you ever come across any of your students who had a problem like this? I don’t really have anyone to ask for advice on how to overcome this. I would really appreciate it if you have any advice on this, if you’re busy and I didn’t get a response then it’s ok too. Keep up the good work and have a great new year.

[@davidlove2457]

Jeff Cavaliere - fitness coach.

[@stewartsivarajah2352]

david love Thank you, I’ll look him up.

[@stewartsivarajah2352]

Hater Sensei Grand Master Chosen One No I don’t get burns on my legs. A mate mate of mine told me exactly the same as you, just put shorts on work hard and don’t worry about it. Maybe that is only way forward, thanks for your input 👍

[@joebradford7308]

I was in a Tae Kwon Do gym that offered your 1st month plus uniform (dobak) for free. Of course. They had you pay for your "earned" belt.

[@joebradford7308]

Definitely do some gym hopping! My TKD gym was great fun. Learned a lot. Really helped level up my game. But! Like I had mentioned before. They charged you not only your monthly membership fee. But also for belts, weapons, board's to break. And had exclusive "clubs" within the program. One I got caught up in. Was called The Black Belt Club.. You had to pat a one time fee to get in, once you were actually invited and "deemed worthy"/loyal enough to "Tae Kwon Do" (or rather. That particular gym..). You get a fancy new BLACK COLORED Dobak (uniform), "FREE belts" was one of the selling points. As well as weapons FORM training. You were allowed to come in up to 5? Days a week. Instead of the usual 3.. of course. My membership fee went up by about $50 a month! 🤯 So my membership fees went up to about $200+ a month. There was yet ANOTHER EXCLUSIVE CLUB within the gym as well. They were basically the competition class. The one's you see out breaking boards with all sorts of fancy gymnastics type kicks. Fun. But not practical for fighting. So yes folks. Please listen to the coach! Do your research on the gym your thinking of going to. I didn't. N I got robbed! Financially

[@mattbugg4568]

Depends on where you want to end up. Get into a compass and square school first if you really want to go far. If you just want to fight get into a gym. Strong basics will lead you further in the long run.