Traditional Martial arts vs Sport arts: Pros and Cons?

TJ9

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I've been asked by people to give them in short difference and similarities, the good and bad between the two. This is what I've come up with, can you please give me feed back and more suggestions

Traditional arts Pros:
You have a complete system of knowledge to work with.
More dangerous arts are still taught.
Things aren't lost as easily.
Instructors have to be trained in a rigid and documented manner.
Usually self defense based.

Cons:
Takes years to learn.
Military like structure may not be liked.

Sport arts Pros:
Quicker to learn.
Less structure.

Cons:
More likely to have BS instructors.
System will be incomplete due to being deadly.
Things are lost over time.
 
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