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Pent-up emotions, the need for a social outlet, and the always elusive search for purpose can be some of the reasons for a change in circumstances or finding a new hobby for anyone. It is precisely this feeling that brings out the individuality of martial arts social media. sub fighter MMA Student Adam Arabshahi went to the gym and trained in mixed martial arts.
“I was going through a pretty difficult time in my life and had a lot of anxiety and anger…and needed an outlet to express,” Arabshahi says. “That was a big motivator for me, to try it out and keep going. Why did I get so hooked and obsessed with it, especially in the first few years?”
Since taking up martial arts in 2019, Arabshahi has been training in mixed martial arts. sub fighter MMA He is based in Laguna Hills, California, where he hopes to continue honing his mixed martial arts skills and contribute to Orange County's growing martial arts scene.
According to a 2021 study by Statista, The number of martial arts businesses in the United States has grown at an average rate of 18.7 percent since 2012. Orange County, California, alone is home to more than 100 martial arts schools teaching a variety of martial arts including taekwondo, karate, Muay Thai, and mixed martial arts.
Martial arts joins the endless list of fitness programs offered throughout Orange County. However, many people find that martial arts training can be beneficial in ways that are not obvious to the untrained eye.
“I have many [National Taekwondo Academy] “Teaching kids Taekwondo is very important to me,” said Cassidy Lo, a Taekwondo instructor and third-degree black belt. Lo began studying taekwondo about nine years ago at the National Taekwondo Academy in Aliso Viejo, California, where he still teaches taekwondo. “With the right leadership and mindset, I believe OC's martial arts industry can continue to grow and maintain the standards expected of the sport.”
One of the hottest martial arts in Orange County right now is Jiu Jitsu. Jiu-jitsu, which originated in Japan and Brazil, is a martial art based on grappling and submission. There are over 100 Jiu Jitsu studios in Orange County.
“A lot of my friends were doing it to get in shape and train,” says blue belt jiu-jitsu Tyler Long. “Recently, I've noticed more and more people trying Jiu-Jitsu. I'd say it's on the rise.”
Many people know about traditional gyms, exercise routines, and diets. There is no shortage of regular gyms with elliptical machines, treadmills, weight sections, and other typical gym equipment.
For some, martial arts offers a new perspective for those looking to get or stay in shape. Training with teammates, coaches and trainers provides a unique fitness experience that challenges the body and mind in different ways.
In an increasingly dangerous world, many people are looking to increase their confidence by learning how to protect themselves.
“I've always loved martial arts and my parents wanted me to stay active,” says Sheena Mohajelan, a student at the National Taekwondo Academy. Having trained under the National Taekwondo Academy for about 10 years, Mohajelan attributes his passion for the sport to a desire to be better prepared if he ever finds himself in a dangerous situation. “I was motivated because I wanted to learn self-defence.”
Learning self-defense skills in any type of martial arts discipline provides the strength and confidence that many fitness enthusiasts and people seeking a healthy lifestyle desire. .
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As the world's premier mixed martial arts promotion, the UFC plays a major role in the development and revitalization of Orange County's martial arts studios.
“I kind of became a fan of MMA during the Jon Jones and Conor McGregor era.” [of the UFC]”There's no doubt that it's growing more and more, especially now that it's become mainstream in different media,” Arabshahi said.
In February, the UFC held one of its pay-per-views, UFC 298, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. UFC 298 became the highest-grossing mixed martial arts event in California with an admission fee of $7.26 million.
“The fan cheering was so loud and everywhere,” UFC commentator Jon Anik said in an Instagram post. “I look forward to coming back.”
Southern California and Orange County in particular are known as hotbeds for immigrants looking to start a new life in America. Because Orange County has a diverse demographic, we attract students who already have martial arts experience in their home countries as well as students who are new to martial arts.
It's not just adults who take part in martial arts; young children and teenagers also frequent martial arts studios to stay in shape, and some even harbor aspirations of becoming professional fighters one day. There are some too.
Most martial arts studios offer youth programs with curricula specifically geared towards younger students.
Discipline, self-control, and respect are some of the attractive qualities that parents want to instill in their children at a martial arts studio. Instilling these fundamental qualities in your child at an early age will pay huge dividends when they face adversity as they mature into adulthood. This is something that a regular gym without personal instruction cannot do.
“Honestly, a lot of coaches seem to have the biggest influence,” he says. sub fighter MMA Student Gamal Darwish. “I had no idea because the MMA world is such a close-knit community.”
While some of us may train to achieve personal fitness goals, we must remember that we are fighting. teeth Sports. Martial arts competitions and tournaments of various types are frequently held in Orange County, providing a competitive arena for those who want to test their skills.
As we consider the future of martial arts in Orange County and across the United States, it's hard not to look forward to a bull market for martial arts.
“With the right leadership and mindset, [martial arts] He will continue to grow in OC,” said Marshall Compher, a jiu-jitsu white belt. “Martial arts can be really cool once you get the hang of it.”
The future of martial arts in Orange County can best be summed up as a unique and up-and-coming sensation. With Orange County's concentration of fitness-minded people, support from martial arts influencers and martial arts promotions such as the UFC, it is likely that martial arts will continue to have a place in Orange County. Masu.
“You can go on Instagram and see MMA highlights from not only UFC but Bellator and PFL,” Arabshahi said. “Combat sports is becoming more mainstream.”
The growth of the martial arts scene in Orange County has proven that martial arts is much more than just a trend or a violent, niche sport.
Martial arts' diverse disciplines, ability to foster friendships and community, and ability to protect and help the vulnerable find purpose are some of the reasons martial arts remain an important part of modern Orange County culture. .
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