Mixed Martial Arts

- Sets pay-per-view records
- Bruce Lee is considered the father
- Strikes to the groin are illegal
- Sanctioned by the U.S. Army
- Fighters train in multiple styles
- Some fighters “Lay and Pray”

Quote
- "The best fighter is not a Boxer, Karate or Judo man. The best fighter is someone who can adapt to any style."—Bruce Lee
With its popularity growing Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a well known group of fighting techniques used in cage fighting. Mixed Martial Arts utilizes full contact combat and a diverse array of fighting techniques. The preferred disciplines used in MMA fighting are Stand-up, ground, and clinch.
In The Beginning

The sport continually evolves to determine the most effective fight strategies possible. Mixed Martial Arts was used by man as far back as 648 B.C. Actual MMA fighting competitions started in the 1800's and had very few rules. As MMA fighting evolved, so did the rules. Every few years more rules and regulations are added to MMA competitions for the safety of the fighters.
MMA And The Ultimate Fighter

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is the largest promoter of Mixed Martial Arts in the world. Ultimate Fighter is a popular reality television show where fighters compete for a spot in the UFC. In 1992 the first ever Ultimate Fighting Championship took place.
Rules

Striking and Grappling are the two techniques, that are within the rules, used to submit or knock out opponents. As the sport has gained popularity rules for safety have been put in place including divided weight classes, glove requirements, and referee stoppage before the fight becomes brutal.

Featured Videos

Comments (0)

Write a comment...
Mixed Martial Arts on Amazon
- Phil Ross' Street Combat Mixed Martial Arts: The Complete Collection 4 DVD Set - $59.99
  
  A 4 DVD - 1 CD collection designed to teach you Mixed Martial Arts while you get fit! Includes S.A.V.E. Level 1: Learn footwork, kicks, punches and defensive tactics with this grea...
  
  Amazon
- The Pit Instructional Vol. 1 mma mixed martial arts dvd John Hackleman Chuck Liddell UFC Kickboxing Champion Glover Teixeria Jujitsu Black Belt instruction spinning hammer fist hook upper cut roundhouse kicks front kick jab perry movement stance competiti - $8.41
  
  If you thought you had learned all there is from The Pit Workout and The Pit Workout-CrossPit DVDs-Think Again! Join John Hackleman, RN and 10th Degree Black Belt Chuck Liddell, UF...
  
  Amazon
- Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge - $34.95
  
  Mixed Martial Arts outlines the revolutionary system of fighting used by world-renowned fighter BJ Penn. Penn, one of the most technical and decorated fighters in the world ...
  
  Amazon
- Everlast Mixed Martial Arts Grappling Gloves (S/M) - $29.99
  
  New for 2006! Designed for professional competition & training! Available in S/M & L/XL sizes.
  
  Amazon
- Mixed Martial Arts Unleashed: Mastering the Most Effective Moves for Victory - $19.95
  
  Get what it takes to win-and unleash the ultimate fighter in you Think you know your way around the cage? Think again. Mixed martial arts powerhouse Mickey Dim...
  
  Amazon
view more products...
Mixed Martial Arts - Images Powered by Flickr and Google
view more images...
Mixed Martial Arts Timeline
- 1920s: Gracie family's Vale Tudo martial arts tournaments in Brazil
- 1960s: Bruce Lee mixes styles
- 1993: Ultimate Fighting Championship comes on the scene and Royce Gracie dominates
- 1996: Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz break Pay-per-view records at UFC 66
- 1990s: Extra safety rules implemented
- 2005: United States Army sanctions mixed martial arts
Mixed Martial Arts - Videos Powered by YouTube
- Added by hectorarturoazuz
- Added by hectorarturoazuz