How to practice sambo
There are many types of martial arts, in each ofthere are many advantages, but there are also disadvantages. The balance of positive and negative qualities is not always observed and it is important to consider this when choosing a sports section. Sambo is now a struggle, gaining momentum. For more than a year her devotees around the world have been trying to draw her attention to the Olympic Committee, for inclusion in the Olympic sports. But in order to achieve success in the future in Sambo, it is necessary to start right.
What is Sambo
The term "sambo" itself is an abbreviation andstands for Self Defense without Weapons. Thus, in the name itself, the principle of sambo-self-defense is laid, because Sambo does not teach to fight, but only to defend itself. This is very correct from a psychological point of view, because a person trained in the correct traditions of this single combat develops physical skills and realizes the need for the ability to protect oneself, rather than attack. The founders of this sport in pieces collected it, borrowing various techniques, techniques and styles from other martial arts such as jujitsu, boxing, judo, sumo, and other international wrestling. What does Sambo do?
As in many martial arts, sambo hasits own philosophy, individual teaching methods. Sambo trains will and endurance, tempers the character. This is a very good physical preparation, which is not painful or painful (as, for example, in various types of combat). After all, according to statistics, Sambo is one of the least traumatic types of martial arts, because it is a bit static, but it can not be called dull. In modern conditions, knowledge of Sambo techniques helps to protect themselves and their loved ones, and often save lives, because in the struggle not power, but knowledge and dexterity, which will be taught in this section, win.Age restrictions in sambo
In the preparatory section of sambo they take children from 6-7years, but at this stage they are given physical training and minimal methods of self-defense. Already more serious preparation goes with 8 years, professional will begin only 10 years. Both boys and girls can be engaged. There is no maximum age for sambo, many elderly people already take part in sambo competitions for veterans. But the sooner the child begins his studies, the stronger will be his character and better physical preparation.Where to go to practice sambo
If there is a desire to reallyprofessionally engage in this kind of martial arts, you need to apply to the regional, city or regional sports school or sports and recreation complexes in which there is a section of Sambo on the basis of a sports school. There are, of course, private coaching bases, but only a sports school will provide an opportunity not only to learn self-defense techniques, but also to show their achievements at competitions of various levels, up to the world level. What is necessary for sambo lessons
As in other sports sections, it is necessaryprovide a medical certificate from a pediatrician about the child's good health, which allows him to engage in this kind of sport. The sports form is also important, because with her the child will have more confidence and a sense of full participation, as well as protection from injuries. In the form of sambo are a sambo-jacket (akin to a judo kimono), shorts (short, without zippers and pockets, are better than special ones), wrestling shoes with soft soles. The quality of the form is very important, because some of the grips in sambo are held by the jaw for the jacket, and special shoes will help to avoid sliding on the tatami. The rest of the requirements depend on where to apply, at the sports school it will still be necessary to hand over a copy of the birth certificate and a photo on the personal card. If necessary, if the group is paid, you will need to pay the appropriate amount to the cashier.
