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| Muay Thai |
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Muay Thai kick boxing has been practiced in Thailand for some 500 years, and it
provides the roots of modern kick bixing. The lightening-quick and powerful Muay
Thai punches and kicks accentuate the suppleness of the Thai physique.
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| Capoeira |
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Capoeira evolved among African slaves in Brazil who needed to protect themselves
without weapons. The movements of Capoeira resemble dance, in order to disguise this
as a form of fighting from plantation owners.
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| Taekwondo |
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Taekwondo, whose moves are based mostly on kicks, is both a martial art and the national sport of Korea.
Also known as "foot boxing," Taekwondo has a large number of special kicking techniques. The name
Taekwondo is made up of terms that mean "kick with the foot," "jump," and "strike with tha hand."
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Kung Fu, which is an ancient martial art of China, is an ancient martial art of China, is
still quite popular as a martial art and as a method for healthy living. The art, form, philosophy,
and craft of Kung Fu make it much more than a martial art or sport.
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