 "Martial
arts are
codified systems and traditions of combat.
They are practiced for a number of reasons ranging from self-defense, street
fighting, military,
and law
enforcement to
non-violent exercising, ceremonial, competition;
physical, mental, and spiritual development; entertainment;
and to preserve the intangible
cultural heritage of
a nation. The
term "martial arts" was originally used to refer to the traditions of
East Asia, but
has subsequently been applied to other practices which originated
outside that region." Source
Wikipedia |
