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Originally Posted by gauol
Yeah the general impression that I got was that BJJ or Judo were most optimize for the ground fight. It would seem to me that in most self-defense scenarios striking and the ability deflect a strike would be of most importance. Mind you I'm 28 and never been in a fight in my life so my impressions are not based on experience.
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deflecting a strike is great, but keep in mind grappling comes into play quite often as well. however, i say striking is better to be learned first only because of the fact that you are most likely going to be able to use use striking skills sooner than you could grappling if you are a total beginner. cause even after the first lesson in boxing, your punching technique should have improved way more than what it was before. grappling however, for some beginners, it can take much preparation and time before you gain enough skill to be effective and consistent. i mean, if you are training in judo, you are going to have to spend a good deal of time just learning breakfalls/ukemi before you even learn throws or grappling. boxing will get you right down to things you can use immediately, like punching better, covering up and deflecting blows, etc... judo and jiu jitsu have TONS to offer and are totally worth training in, however, learn some simple striking first so you can have something to defend yourself with as soon as possible.