Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

Is it a sin to go to martial art clubs to learn self defense for protection?

· 8 Rajab 1427 AH1 min readFatwa 14432English

Question

Is it a sin to go to martial art clubs to learn self defense for protection?

Answer

It is permissible to attend lessons in martial arts for purposes of self defense. However, the lessons should not comprise of impermissible activities like intermingling of sexes and bowing before the instructor.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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