i am beginnig karate anything i should know?

Question

and what are the benefits of doing karate besides learnin how to fight

Answer 1

We are all individuals and learn at different paces so don't compare yourself to other students, take you time and do it right.

Good luck and whatever you do don't give up.

Answer 2

if you are really interested in learning martial arts and you are going to stick with it. I think one of the most important things you need to know is. KEEP A OPEN MIND you can learn a little something from everyone. martial arts is so much more then fighting.

also dont become a robot. what I mean is that alot of people go to schools and they try to do exactly what the sensi does or the other students.

the sensi is there to teach the moves. the way that you learn them and use them is what makes you the artist.


Good Luck with your training and I hope that you stay with it.

if you have any other questions just email me at [e-mail]

Answer 3

Benefits: Physical fitness overall, endurance, strength, speed, flexibility (obvious), toning (I weigh more than what I weighed in high school but am a size or two smaller), confidence, making friends, STRESS RELIEF (I go into class tense sometimes but 5 minutes into class I forget about the day and if my muscles are tight, they loosen up), constipation relief (I know gross and hard to believe but it jiggles things around in there. When I'm plugged up before class, I'm usually free a bit after I get home)

What else you should know: It's hard and unlike any other sport I've tried. Just keep doing it. Stick to it and DON'T GIVE UP. Any awkwardness, embarrasment and intimidation will go away in time. I used to be afraid to even say, "Yes, sir!" to the instructor. But now I'm not.

If you don't like the school, don't think all schools are that way. Try another school or different style altogether. I take Kenpo and love it! Email me any questions. Good luck! Best, GG

Answer 4

You don't actually learn how to fight per se in Martial arts (so as spider tiger said, leave your ego and any attitudes you have at the door, because you'll only be wasting the instructor's time with smart comments and eye rolling and the like). Rather, you learn how to defend yourself against an aggressor should you find yourself in a confrontation.

That's the first thing you should know, Martial arts should be for defense only, not fighting outright, because if you do, then it's likely that you'll wind up in the principal's or dean's office for fighting (if you're still in high school, or grade school), if you're 18yrs or older then you're likely to get arrested for causing a disturbance and prob'ly wind up coolin' your butt off in a holding cell overnight at the local police station as an unwilling guest of the city.

or worse, if you injure the other person, and they take you to court over the medical expenses and charge you with assault, then you look even worse in front of the judge. As a Martial Artist, you should be the better peace keeper than antagonist.

You really have to ask yourself: is it REALLY worth your time to fight? only if it's the LAST thing to do.

But it never hurts to have some knowledge on your side should you ever find yourself in such a situation, I can't tell you the times that it's saved my skin.

Martial Arts in general helps with focus, relaxation, tension and stress relief, exercise (for a good cardio workout, sparring is always an excellent choice), it builds self esteem and confidence along with respect and discipline.

it can also help with coordination, balance, some strength training, timing, and control over yourself.

it's also a good model for social networking as you can meet a lot of like minded people who come to study for similar if not the same reason as you.

Before your class starts, try to make it at least 15 minutes beforehand to stretch out and or warm up so you'll be good and ready for your first class.

second, you'll have to basically learn and "walk" all over again; meaning you'll have to learn how to coordinate yourself and your body in a whole new way that you're not used to, but will come in time so don't get frustrated.

and always remember: Martial Arts is a Journey, not a Destination.

good luck in your studies of Martial Arts.

Answer 5

Karate begins and ends with respect.
Go in and leave your ego and knowledge at the door. Be an empty cup.
As a beginning white belt you will be expected to pay attention and give 100% in your attempts.
Training is not just for the dojo. Practice what you learn on your own time.

Answer 6

Karate is not really about learning how to fight. Good Luck !

Answer 7

1. What should you know if you're a karate begginer..
First, know what style of karate you're doing....
Second, is that an authentic style.... (Wado Ryu, Shito Ryu, Shotokan, Kyokushin.....etc.)
Third, ask your master for some demonstrations.....
Fourth, Decide if the master really knows what he is doing or saying......
Fifth, change to another karate class if the dojo is in just for the money or that it's just not that good....

2. Benefits of Karate
- Karate is a good martial art for you to become more disciplined, patient, and fit.

Answer 8

If you do karate and practice it regularly you'll get pretty strong and look good too.

Answer 9

Karate is not really about learning how to fight. Good Luck ! :)

Answer 10

what you should know is what your sensei tells you.there are many benefits and it's not just about learning to fight.
what spidertige says is correct,i should have been a bit more specific.