Survivalist1981

I am currently looking around Calgary AB, researching to find the right martial art for me to train in. I have some experience in Plumflower Preying Mantis, but there doesn't seem to be the option to continue that here. I'm looking for a practical combat focus, lots of sparring in addition to the usual forms and drills. I'm more interested in striker arts right now, I plan to possibly cross-train with some grappling arts later on.

I've been considering
FMA from here: http://www.rutanoestokada.com/federation.htm
-I like the blade fighting, and FMAs also seem to be well rounded with striking and grappling.

Wing Chun from one of these 2 clubs:
http://www3.telus.net/public/blewadny/wingchun/
-I'm still looking into it, but their website says they have a "fight club" session, which sounds like some fun sparring.
or
http://www.vingtsun.ca/
-Great website, 1 month free trial, although I get the impression they may not be so big on sparring. (from reading the FAQ)

There is also a place that teaches Bak Mei (White Eyebrow) which I don't have a link for. I've heard good things about this style, although I do not yet know a lot about the school.

For all those in Calgary practicing martial arts, I'm interested in hearing about where you like to train and why.

Survivalist1981

I also wanted to say, if you are/have been involved with any of the above, how was your experience?

aseepish

You have one of the top Muay Thai coaches in Canada in your city - Ajarn Mike Miles http://www.mikemiles.com/

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Survivalist1981

Yeah, I've also considered that. I sort of have a greater interest in CMA and FMA, but Muay Thai would be great too, it definately is very practical and combat oriented.

I've thought about doing MT for a while to form a better sparring base.