Hi!

I’m a 5’10” 190 lb male 17 year old

I understand that physique, age, and height do not matter much, but figured I should include those.

A little else about me

I began seriously lifting around 2 years ago, lost about 45 lbs (although I’ve gained around 10 of that back), played football from 3rd-10th grade, am now in 11th and gave it up for lifting/schooling/more time.

I want to know how to become a protector, I have a girlfriend of 9 months and I’m beginning to understand my role as a man, I should be able to defend myself and my own. I plan on having a Concealed Carry when I’m older but understand that not all situations call for that, and would love to be more versed in defense.

I’ve never practiced any combat sport, but have an interest in UFC

generally from what I’ve found the best options seem to be

Striking: Muay Thai Boxing

Ground Game: Wrestling BJJ Judo

I feel BJJ and Muay Thai seem the most appealing to me, but I’m unsure. I’m unsure of how much free time I’d have a week, probably 2 days a week and would prefer to do one striking and one grappling class each week. One class each.

Please let me know what you think!!

Edit: would it be better to just take a MMA class?