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MMA stands for Mixed Martial Arts and is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Large communication groups are becoming more and more interested in MMA events, which makes some of the best fighters become media stars, as is the case of the Irishman Conor McGregor. Mixed Martial Arts, as this sport is known in Spanish, is a discipline that combines almost all contact styles, which allows both fighting standing (striking) and fighting on the ground (grappling). The fighters, who are professionals and dedicate their lives to it, train from boxing, kick boxing or Muay Thai, to judo, Greco-Roman wrestling (the American amateur wrestling) or jiu jitsu. Everything to be as complete as possible, since unlike boxing, which has a lot of limitations, this sport offers many paths to victory. A very common mistake for people who do not understand what MMA is, is to think that it is a sport that has no rules, when in fact, it has many. The fights, which can end by knockout (KO), submission (hold and surrender of the opponent) or by scoring, are controlled at all times by a referee, who is in the same octagon and can stop the fight if he deems it necessary. In addition, a medical team is in charge of giving the go-ahead to the opponents and can also stop the fight in case of injury or if injuries have been caused that prevent the athlete from following.
The growth of MMA has been enormous in the last decade, and has expanded beyond the borders of the United States where it is a mass sport, having great success in Canada, Brazil, Mexico or the United Kingdom, exponentially growing events as well. in Europe, the United Arab Emirates and even in China. In Spain it is a fairly unknown but growing sport. Ansgar Fighting League is one of the pioneers in our country and the reference organization in the national territory, which has organized the best events both due to the level of athletes and the influx of people. There was no gymnasium in Spain in which this discipline was taught as such and currently there are more than 200 gyms in which it is taught and practiced.
The term Grappling comes from the English word GRIP and refers to a form of fighting that seeks to keep the opponent under control without hitting any blows, and then win the fight. This fighting method is based on grappling, strangulation and hand dislocation techniques. the opponent's limbs. Used in various martial arts (judo, wrestling, jiu-jitsu, etc.), it is also used very frequently in submission sports, where fights can be ended without the need for serious blows. Submission is surrender and can occur in three ways. Simple submission (tapeo): one of the most used, it occurs when the athlete hits the rival's body twice in a row with his open hand. Simple submission is an internationally accepted code, so no combatant will continue to exercise their combat tactics after this gesture. It is the referee's responsibility to be aware of this submission and see that it is done correctly. o Verbal submission: The athlete can surrender verbally by shouting, and this is a type of submission that occurs when the athlete has both hands grabbed or trapped and is unable to tap. Sometimes the scream is spontaneous and not sought (out of pride), but it is equally valid to end the attack. Technical submission: In this case, there is no shouting or taping, but the technique has reached its end; This usually happens, for example, with strangulations: if carried to the end, it causes the opponent to faint and therefore surrender. In practice, the “grappling” combat begins with the two opponents standing, finally ending on the ground after the use of techniques focused on defeating the opponent with throws, sweeps, counterlocks, etc. Grappling is a hybrid sport that combines different styles, some modern and others more traditional, of fighting and martial arts, such as Greco-Roman wrestling, Olympic wrestling, sambo, shoot wrestling, etc. In 2006, Grappling joined the FILA (International Federation of Associated Wrestling), which defined it as a fighting style (also called submission wrestling or No Gi fighting -without kimono-) that consists of controlling the opponent, forcing him to surrender when he recognizes that he is unable to let go without injuring himself. The recommended equipment for practicing grappling consists of the use of shorts (they allow great mobility and little friction on the ground), lycra, mouth guard and knee pad. )
" BJJ" is a martial art, combat sport, and self-defense system developed in Brazil. It focuses mainly on hand-to-hand fighting on the ground, using locks, strangles, pinning and takedowns. The main objective of Brazilian jiu-jitsu is to subdue the opponent by means of a dislocation or strangulation without the need to use blows, hence it is sometimes called "soft art". These techniques have their origin in Japanese judo, particularly in its section of ground fighting known as ne waza, brought to Brazil by masters Mitsuyo Maeda and Geo Omori. These techniques were later adapted in their sporty appearance by the Gracie Family, passing them down through successive generations. To promote and demonstrate the effectiveness of this martial art, they participated in numerous martial arts sporting events and fights agreed during the 20th century in Brazil, sometimes with minimal rules ("Vale tudo").
This martial art is based on the idea that a small individual can successfully defend himself against a bigger and stronger opponent thanks to the effective use of the technique, taking him to the ground, wearing him out and finally subjecting him with a dislocation or strangulation. BJJ has a wide sports circuit and can be used in other disciplines, notably in mixed martial arts (MMA) or "grappling" competitions, as it is commonly called, or non-kimono tournaments in which a multitude of other techniques are used. disciplines, such as wrestling, Greco-Roman wrestling or sambo.
His training system is almost entirely competition-based, usually consisting of alternating physical conditioning, technical instruction, and wrestling, often called "rolling" or "rolling." Normally in BJJ a uniform or gi similar to judo is used, although in modern times one also trains and competes without it, in what is known as "no-gi" or "grappling" mode. In Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a system of ranks by belts or degrees is used based on that of other more traditional martial arts from modern Japan, such as judo.
"Kickboxing" is a combat sport of Japanese origin and developed in the West, in which boxing techniques are mixed with the kicking techniques of some martial arts such as karate andmuay thai, being thus related to oriental martial arts.
AlthoughKickboxing"is not considered in Japan a traditional formative martial (gendai budō) where excellence is sought, there are different opinions about whether it is a martial art or not. It is considered that a Kickboxing"fighter is a tall rival for the other fighters of other fighting styles on their feet, since they usually practice other types of combat sports or martial arts, and due to the great physical resistance, forcefulness and endurance to the blows from its practitioners.
Currently, due to its practicality and forcefulness, it is one of the preferred and most popular systems in the development of standing fighting, being the one preferred by martial arts practitioners.
Surfing is an aquatic or maritime sport that is performed on a surfboard with the aim of being able to stand upright and maintain balance in the waves while the athletes move on them. Surfing basically consists of riding the waves on a board specially made for this purpose vertically. It is the sliding on the surface of the water until the wave manages to break and completely lose its great energy. It could be said that it is sailing parallel to the beach on the waves until reaching the shore. It is common to observe, while the surfer is on the wave, that different turns are made as the wave moves, this technique in competitions allows athletes to earn extra scores according to their abilities. Surfing basically consists of riding the waves on a board specially made for this purpose vertically. It is the sliding on the surface of the water until the wave manages to break and completely lose its great energy. It could be said that it is sailing parallel to the beach on the waves until reaching the shore.
That the Canary Islands are a paradise for surfers is no secret. The perfect conditions to practice this fun sport converge on its coasts: permanent wind that, together with other conditions, contribute to a 'swell' (sea in the background, undulation prior to the wave) that works the miracle: perfect breakers and for all levels. Surfing in Gran Canaria is no exception, the island has some of the best 'spots' (places to practice this sport, in surfing jargon) in Europe.
In terms of surfing, Gran Canaria is divided into two large areas: the north, especially the urban coast of Las Palmas, has legendary spots that delight the most experienced. The height of the waves in Gran Canaria can reach 5 meters in some areas of the north. The southern area, with Playa del InglésandMaspalomasin front, instead has perfect spots to get started in this sport. Its low waves, no more than 2 meters, are perfectly maneuverable at all levels.
In addition, the fact that the island is a pole of attraction for international tourism has led to the proliferation of surf schools in Gran Canaria so that the most enthusiastic and daring visitors can start riding the waves.
The north of Gran Canaria is, objectively, the best place to surf if you are an experienced rider. And it is in the Las Palmas area where you can find two of the best spots on the island.
El Confital is considered, if not the best, at least one of the best 'reef breaks' (waves that break on a bedrock, in this case, of volcanic origin) in Europe. It has a long and perfect forehand, which delights the most expert surfers, with fast and powerful waves and vertical descents. It is connected to the city through a very crowded avenue both by local surfers and from all over the world. It is easy to locate and access both on foot and by car. The El Confital spot has hosted some of the most important championships in the world.
Without leaving the municipality of Las Palmas, the Lloret spot, next to Las Canteras beach, contains one of the best rights in Gran Canaria for surfing. It is a very popular place both for the easy access and for the quality of the waves. With a volcanic bed, the best time to surf in Lloret is, unlike El Confital, at low tide. It is then when they appear of medium route and with great walls. It is accessed from a cove between stone breakwaters. Be careful because the strong waves can push surfers towards the breakwaters.
Crossing steep terrain and a labyrinth of banana groves from Caleta de Arriba, northwest of Gran Canaria, you access the spot of El Frontón. It is undoubtedly the best place to practice bodyboarding, and only the most experienced surfers are able to ride its impressive wave, considered by some experts, the fifth best wave in the world. The tubes that are formed are insane, on a stone background. It is not, in any case, for amateurs.
The fact that Gran Canaria is an important surfing center worldwide has allowed a multitude of schools to emerge to start or perfect the technique in this sport. Many of the training centers not only offer surfing classes, but also windsurfing, paddle surfing and other types of offers such as surf camp for children and adults, accommodation, a gym for training, etc.
Classes, as usual in this type of school, are divided into different packages. Sessions are usually two hours long, although it can be as long as three. Individual or private ones are the most expensive, although their price decreases if a voucher of two or more classes is acquired. Group courses have more adjusted prices, and decrease as several classes are acquired. In addition, there is the possibility of monthly and even quarterly courses of one, two or three sessions per week.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which is home to what is the most important spot on the island, concentrates a large number of surf schools. Among them, Mojo Surf, 3RJ Surftime, Brisa School, Oceanside Gran Canaria or University Surf School stand out. However, it must be remembered that the waves in the north of the island are quite demanding, so, although introductory courses are offered, perhaps the area is better to learn to perfect the technique.
The conditions of the southern zone, on the contrary, are more favorable to start in this sport. In the spots of Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, the Born Dunkerberg Gran Canaria School and Surf Canaries Surf School, among others, offer courses.
It is a sport that consists of sliding on askateboardand at the same time being able to perform various tricks, most of them lifting the board off the ground, doing pirouettes with it in the air. It is practiced with a skateboard or skateboard, a flat wooden board bent at the ends that has two axles and four wheels, with two bearings in each of its four wheels, preferably on a flat surface, anywhere it can be rolled. either on the street or in the skateparks.
" Trekking or hiking" is a physical activity that It consists of walking through natural settings, such as mountains, forests, jungles, canyons or rivers. …In addition to this difference, the Trekking is often combined with other natural activities, such as camping.
Mountain and hiking lovers take advantage of the slightest oversight to return to Gran Canaria. The fault of all these round trips is the island, a very unusual place that hides a thousand different landscapes under the carpet.
Because Gran Canaria is not just an island full of beaches. It is also a miniature continent, with good weather practically all year round. A small-scale continent, in the middle of the sea, with a particular mixture of ingredients that make it a sweet treat for hikers.
Its intricate orography is the first ingredient. Then the curious mixture of palm groves and pine forests is added, of ravines and real paths that are entangled by the mountains, forming a puzzle of changing landscapes, as different from each other as the types of yogurt in a hypermarket. And then there is also the Resistance.
The Resistance is made up of a good number of islanders who refuse to stop living as their parents and grandparents did, those who resist against all odds to get on the train of haste.
They are the ones who form the hospitable human landscape that walkers encounter when they dive into the interior of the island. They are inhabitants of hidden corners that appear when doubling a stretch, in small towns. Those who refuse to wear a watch and change their lives. And all this has its logic. Why are you going to be in a hurry on an island like that? It is better to enjoy living in a place where nature is friendly and makes life simple.
Deep down there is no more secret than that.
Come walk the island. Come and see her. There is a miniature continent waiting for you to rest in a big way.
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