BobbyD - congrats! I hear BJs new school is nice.
Chris C - originally I started MA for two main reasons.
1. Growing up a non-redneck in a decidedly redneck town I needed to know how to fight (and it really helped because I fucking hate rednecks). Simple enough yeah?
2. The mind-body/Eastern philosophy aspect.
Later on MA became primarily a great way to stay fit but also cultivate mental toughness, etiquette, respect for elders, and civility - all a big part of my school in Japan (and if you didn't learn you got your ass whipped).
Another aspect that might fit your poll is the group/social aspect that becomes a big part of any school.
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Working "hard," or the perception of working hard, doesn't really mean anything. Sweating, vomiting, and breathing hard could be a good workout or a tropical disease kicking in.-Dan John
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