A collective term for competitive sports using striking, throwing, grappling, and weapon techniques.
Overview
Combat Sports
Combat sports are competitive disciplines broadly categorized into striking (boxing, karate, taekwondo, etc.), grappling (judo, wrestling, jujutsu, etc.), mixed martial arts (MMA), and weapons-based (kendo, etc.). Developed since ancient times as a means to compete human physical ability and mental strength, they are now enjoyed worldwide as Olympic sports and professional competitions. They are practiced for various purposes including self-defense, fitness, and spiritual training.
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| code | slug | name | description | category | olympic | origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | boxing | Boxing | A striking combat sport using only fists to attack the face and body. | Striking | true | England |
| 02 | wrestling | Wrestling | A grappling combat sport focusing on throws and pins. | Grappling | true | Ancient World |
| 03 | judo | Judo | A Japanese grappling martial art combining throws and ground techniques. | Grappling | true | Japan |
| 04 | karate | Karate | A striking martial art from Okinawa focusing on punches and kicks. | Striking | true | Japan (Okinawa) |
| 05 | taekwondo | Taekwondo | A Korean striking martial art characterized by dynamic kicking techniques. | Striking | true | Korea |
| 06 | mma | Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) | The most practical combat sport combining striking, throwing, and grappling. | Mixed/Hybrid | false | Global (Brazil, USA, Japan, etc.) |
| 07 | kendo | Kendo | A traditional Japanese fencing sport using bamboo swords and protective armor. | Weapons-based | false | Japan |
| 08 | jujutsu | Jujutsu | An ancient Japanese grappling system featuring joint locks and throws. | Grappling | false | Japan |
| 09 | muay-thai | Muay Thai | A Thai striking martial art known as the strongest stand-up fighting using elbows and knees. | Striking | false | Thailand |
| 10 | brazilian-jiu-jitsu | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | A grappling martial art emphasizing ground fighting with joint locks and chokes. | Grappling | false | Brazil |
| 11 | kickboxing | Kickboxing | A striking combat sport combining punches and kicks. | Striking | false | Japan / Netherlands / USA |
| 12 | sambo | Sambo | A Russian grappling martial art combining Judo and Wrestling techniques. | Grappling | false | Russia |
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- UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship official
- Combat sport - Wikipedia wikipedia
- Types of Martial Arts article