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•6 Common Doubts That Most Beginners Of The Martial Arts Experience
The martial arts offer a very valuable journey of self-discovery. There are different stages within this journey all the way from beginner to black belt and beyond. At each stage there are different challenges and obstacles. This article will look at the common doubts that most beginners of the martial arts experience on their journey. 1.Is this really for me? This is a big question at the beginner stage and also at the intermediate stage. In fact this question will need to be answered on...

•The Number One Reason You Should Stick With Your Karate Training
There are many reasons that people first get started in the martial arts. Usually the reasons are for self-defense, health and fitness, discipline, confidence, self-control and spiritual growth among others. Most of us have heard about these benefits of the martial arts, yet despite knowing the potential rewards of karate, it is not always clear why we should stay on the path for the long term. I would like to let you know what I believe is the number one reason for you to continue with your...

•The 8 Main Elements Of A Typical Karate Class
Are you looking to join your local karate club or have you already taken the first step and signed up? If you haven't yet visited your local martial arts school, you're probably wondering what a typical karate class looks like. This article will break down the main elements of a good karate class. Obviously not every club will follow this format and within each martial arts school the weekly classes will also change but this is meant to be a guide of what to expect in general. Classes also...

•For Karate Instructors The Art Of Effective Feedback In Class
If you want to become a successful and influential instructor, you will have to become a master of not only the martial arts but also of interpersonal skills with your students. The Art of Effective Feedback will become a cornerstone of your relationships with your students and of the ultimate success of your students within your program. Practice this advice and reap the benefits, ignore it at your peril! Be sure to give feedback to students in the class on a regular basis. Try to make all...

•The Top Ten Reasons To Start Karate
People often wonder why karate is such a popular activity. There must be a primary reason why someone would get involved in the martial arts. Actually there are many reasons for embarking on the study of martial arts but generally the main motivations boil down to my Top Ten Reasons to Start Karate. So think about what your main reason for starting karate is (or was) and see if it matches my Top Ten. 1. Self-Defense - Were you ever bullied at school? Have you ever worried about how to...

•Why Do We Have To Bow So Much
In many karate schools around the world the traditional practice of bowing is being continued regardless of the country of origin and of whether the bow matches that country's particular culture. The very act of stepping into a karate dojo or a Taekwondo dojang often means that you have entered into a mini-cultural experience that you never expected. Some people find these practices quaint and educational, others find them downright offensive. This article attempts to explain the primary...

•Is Your Cup Empty Or Full Why Bruce Lee Emptied His Cup On A Regular Basis
One of the core tenets of the martial arts is humility, but unfortunately some practitioners don't seem to embrace these values and instead insist on being aggressive, arrogant and boastful. If you know someone like this you might want to show them this short story about a wise Zen Master that is told in `The Warrior Within' by John Little. (Or, you can just send them this article)........ It was obvious to the master from the start of the conversation that the professor was not so much...

•Which Martial Art Is The Best
I'm often asked the question Which is better, Karate or Taekwondo?; Which is stronger, Judo or Kung Fu?; or more direct questions such as Could you beat a Mixed Martial artist in a fight? Thanks to the current popularity of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) we are seeing a showcase of different styles being pitted against one another. However my answer to all of these questions has to do with the many different paths that are available in the martial arts, and the one common...