212-Why Are People Banning Sparring? The Controversy Explained!

Is Sparring Dead?
More martial arts instructors are cutting back—or cutting out—sparring completely. But what's really going on? 🤔

In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, we break down why some coaches are ditching sparring altogether. From injury risks and legal headaches to new training philosophies, there's a big shift happening in how martial artists prepare for real-world fights and competition.

🔥 We Cover:

  • The good, the bad, and the ugly sides of sparring

  • Why some coaches say it does more harm than good

  • The impact of insurance, lawsuits, and liability

  • How fighters can still train for combat without going full-contact

Whether you're a fighter, coach, or just a fan of martial arts, this one’s for you.

💬 What’s your take—should sparring stay or go? Hit the comments and let us know.

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