How long will it take me to become reasonably
proficient and how long will it take to attain black
belt level?
The time it takes to become proficient varies upon
style
and your own abilities. In most self-defense systems,
you should feel that you could defend yourself fairly
well after six months. To reach black belt, the same
variaables are in play, but somewhere between three and
five years is about right.
How many classes per week should I attend?
Most instructors recommend two classes per week, plus
some practice time in between classes. You should
match your involvement with your fitness level.
Will there be other beginners in my class?
At this studio, the students are grouped by rank and
age. This means that you should be in a class with
other beginners and lower ranks.
Will martial arts training make my child too
aggressive?
At this studio children learn that the martial arts is
not an act of violence, but the art of how to handle
themselves in a problematic situation. Aggression
should be channeled into assertiveness to increase a
child's self esteem and build discipline and character.
(See page on Youth Programs).
Why do some people bow when they go into a studio?
The bow is a symbol of respect in Asian cultures and is
as common as a western handshake.
Is meditation part of some religion?
At this studio each class will begin with a period of
silent meditation. The meditation is used to clear
the mind of distractions and get ready to learn. It
has no religious significance to us.
Is sparring necessary to learn martial arts?
Some martial arts such as Tai Chi Chuan or Aikido may
not require sparring. Most other martial arts do.
Since martial arts involve dealing with an opponent, it
is necessary to practice in conditions similar to an
actual confrontation. In this way you learn about
reactions, timing and speed.
What are the chances of getting injured?
The chances of getting injured are very small since
the training is constantly supervised with safety in
mind. The better equipped that the studio is (mats,
etc.) and the protective gear that is required to be
worn by all students reduces the chances even further.
Should I take group or private lessons?
Private lessons will increase your progression two to
three times faster than by taking group lessons alone.
The personalized attention and energy of an isstructor
is a tremendous advantage. Group lessons are good
because they allow you to see how defferent people
react to situations and techniques. You also get to
meet new people and friends. The best of both worlds
is a program that lets you have both group and private
lessons.
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