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WA 6026
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VIC 3023
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SA 5118
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NSW 2034
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NSW 2176
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QLD 4034
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NSW 2234
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VIC 3072
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NSW 2035
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NSW 2250
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VIC 3000
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NSW 2232
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QLD 4101
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VIC 3034
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25 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
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All Saints Anglica, St Kilda, VIC 3182
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7 CULLINAN CT, FERNTREE GULLY, VIC 3156
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1/266 Kingsgrove Rd, Kingsgrove, NSW 2208
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Unit 3 62 Rose St, Fitzroy, VIC 3065
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Balga Leisure Park, Balga, WA 6061
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Martial Arts
Martial arts have been practised for fitness, self defence and in competition for many years. There are many different forms of martial arts, and fitness centres and gyms have been pivotal in the role of allowing people to learn and practice martial arts. With the large spaces and fitness facilities available to most commercial gyms, they are a popular venue for many forms of martial arts training.
Many fitness centres employ staff to train classes various forms of martial arts. Most gyms now have a range of self defence classes, and these can be incorporated into aerobics style classes such as boxercise or tae bo. These contemporary classes are as much for the fitness and fun aspect as for self defence.
However, many fitness centres also have instructors and independent contractors teaching martial arts in a more traditional matter. They train students to a variety of goals from serious martial arts use through to competition training. This can include body conditioning, technique and working with a variety of techniques.
Martial arts that have gained popularity in Australia include:
- Karate
- Boxing
- Wrestling
- Taekwondo
- Kick Boxing
- Judo
- Plus many more
On top of the types of martial arts you can learn, there is also a range of specialist equipment and weapons that could be included with your martial arts training. While it depends on the martial arts you learn, a variety of implements could be used including:
- Various swords and blades
- Various knives
- Staff and short sticks
- Sai
- Nunchaku
- Plus many more
In combination with these weapons, you may find martial arts teachers employing numerous training weapons, pads, gloves, protective equipment and sedentary equipment such as bags, stands and walls for the purpose of individual practice. There are more reasons than one why people find this such a rewarding endeavour.
Martial arts can be a great way to improve your fitness, learn self defence techniques and challenge yourself in new and exciting ways. To speak to a professional about the self defence method of your choice, contact a professional at fitness.com.au about martial arts.
