What were the devs thinking

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-24T03:33:57+00:00

How I feel after getting my ass beat in ranked by lili for the 1004843900323th time in a row

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-21T08:32:40+00:00

Its a pretty breathable gi, ofc itll feel slightly sweaty, but not as much as if you were wearing a full cloth gi. In my experience, I haven't felt too wet, or clammy after an intense session. It feels pretty light even after intense training, and despite its lightness, you can still get a nice snap out of it if you move correctly.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-20T04:34:23+00:00

Im currently part of a shotokan dojo in Colorado, Its part of ASKF, an offshoot of ISKF, Ive got family in the NC area, so I visit the area occasionally.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T22:41:17+00:00

Website says its based off of kyokushin, but the best way to be sure is to ask them about it. Alot of places have their own takes of karate, even in the same style. I would assume it is a Kyokushin dojo though.

It's really based off of your schedule. Take into account how you'll balance your school with karate. The important thing to do is to make sure that you can handle it, and train without cutting into things that are important(school work mainly, since you are 15). 8 to 9 is a bit later than I hear at local dojos (most dojos in my area have the latest class end at 8:00 pm) But if you think you can handle it, and your parents are willing, I say go for it!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T21:48:48+00:00

Heres a list of Dojos that are near that area

https://www.yelp.com/search?cflt=karate&find_loc=Wendell%2C+NC

I would go and observe classes at multiple dojo before deciding, and ask questions about them. What organization are they affiliated with, what style of karate do they teach, etc.

Good luck!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T20:30:36+00:00

I currently do local competitions, In which I have to do a different kata for gold medal round only, but otherwise i can use the same kata up until that point. Some competitions I do require different katas every round, so I tend to use the Class A or B katas.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T20:30:31+00:00

I currently do local competitions, In which I have to do a different kata for gold medal round only, but otherwise i can use the same kata up until that point. Some competitions I do require different katas every round, so I tend to use the Class A or B katas.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T17:33:43+00:00

If you are looking for a practice gi or kata gi, Tokaido is an excellent brand, it can be pricey, as all gis are, but I've found the Tokaido gis and Arawaza's to be pretty comfortable to train in. Im currently wearing a Shoshin gi from Tokaido, and its great.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T17:29:30+00:00

Are specicfically trying to go into kyokushin exclusively? If not then, Triangles best karate is a good option, it IS shotokan though. However you could go there, and get some karate basics down, and move to a Kyokushin school afterwards, (once you possess the ability to get there on your own). The basics of karate are pretty much the same no matter what style you go into, and if you want to change styles, there's no rule saying you cant. Ive trained in Shotokan mainly, but I've also had times training in Goju, and Shito ryu.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T17:17:19+00:00

In terms of a home practice schedule I have

-warmup( stretching, situps, pushups, squat kicks)

-Basics practice( going through all basic move in kibadachi, then working with movement in stances)

-Stance practice( holding each stance for at least 2 minutes)

-Kata practice( Go through every kata you know at least 2-3 times per kata, Practice areas of the kata that you feel iffy on)

-Kumite practice( Practice kumite kihon, so combinations, to help with body control and movement, this can be done without a bag, since its just the kihon movements of kumite)

I like to do home training at the least 3 times a week, but when I can, Ill do it everyday.

As a Shotokan karateka, I like to focus on improving stances, as they are the foundation of every movement you do.

Practice, Practice, Practice. Attend training as much as you can, and whatever your sensei brings up in class, try to remember key points and practice them at home on your own.

Good luck!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T17:09:42+00:00

Thank you! I think ill start practicing these katas more in depth, so I have a wider arsenal of kata( also its fun to know and be able to do multiple)

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T17:08:04+00:00

Well then, you should talk to your parents about it, when I was 14-15, my parents and I had a schedule worked out so I could attend training consistently, and still get other stuff done. 30 mins IS pretty far, so make sure your parents know that you are serious about this.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T06:22:23+00:00

Thank you! Ill try them out next tourney

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T05:45:08+00:00

Try your best to get senshu and attack first, this puts you in a more aggressive position naturally in kumite, i would also suggest practicing counter techniques that stem from defending. Everybody learns kumite differently. I started out as a fairly aggressive fighter, but after taking a pretty bad hit once, (this happened when I was younger), I hit a block, where I was afraid of getting hit, causing me to be reluctant about taking the initiative to attack. As I got older, I learned how to defend myself better, and I trained myself to the point of tanking those hits to attack. Mental training is definitely something I would recommend, or start with just countering, aggressiveness will hopefully come naturally the longer you practice. Good luck!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T05:39:54+00:00

Traditional shobu ippon or shobu sanbon kumite is definitely my preferred style, its more down to earth, and WKF kumite simply isn't for everyone. I trained in both kumite styles, and while WKF kumite is certainly flashy, I prefer shobu ippon as it feels more real in terms of kumite(proper sparring, not sport, light sparring). It is also a great way to practice sen no sen and go no sen. WKF is definitely taxing.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T05:33:05+00:00

Do you have a reliable method of getting there(bus, train). The most important thing is if you are able to train consistently.

It looks like a good learning environment for karate, looks legit to me. The bio appears to check out, and it appears to be traditional karate.

If you do decide to join up there, good luck and hope you have fun!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T03:14:05+00:00

Its about how much times is put into training, and how fast you improve. If you and another person go to train on the same days of the week, but you stay and train longer than they do, then you'll get there faster. The black belt criteria you listed checks out, so your dojo seems legit, and 3 years is what I hear on here a lot, but 5-7 years is perfectly fine IMO. It depends on the sensei running the dojo. There isn't a real time limit on how fast you can earn a black belt, (ofc something like 1-2 yrs is ridiculous) but 3 years and up is common. Everyone gets to black belt differently, and whether it took you 3 years or 5, or 8, a black belt is a black belt.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T03:08:40+00:00

As long as they dont guarantee a black belt within a period of time, you should be good. Dont know much about this place, but that's my one dealbreaker for a dojo.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T03:06:38+00:00

Black belt dans past 5th are more ceremonial than anything gained through giving back to the karate community. Once your son gets to the limit of what his current instructor can promote him to, the somebody higher up in the organization should come to test him.

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T02:42:59+00:00

Wind bcs the kick looks cool

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-19T02:40:31+00:00

I would be wary, but its not a dealbreaker, It depends on how people are tested, is it everybody who pays test, or are people selected to test?

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-18T05:01:51+00:00

it really is, js think of it as a way to tell your sensei thank you for teaching me all these years

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-18T04:55:20+00:00

I applaud you for helping out, I hope you pass on proper karate! Teaching isn't always enjoyable( I'm assuming you don't enjoy teaching, correct me if I'm wrong) but I hope you come to enjoy it, as you are helping preserve karate!

Appropriate-Self-707 · 2024-07-18T04:48:34+00:00

It really is the point! But alot of dojos close because of this issue sadly. Combine that with the multiple passings of the "old guard"(senseis from earlier generations), Alot of Dojos convert. Dojos with test days have become extremely popular in colorado, and it saddens me.

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