Train Consistently If you want to get better at any martial art, you need to practice consistently. Try to join two classes every week to learn new techniques and practice what you already know. Inconsistency can greatly hamper your progress. Missing a few weeks of classes will make you forget some of the techniques you…
Every culture and sub-culture has its own rituals and etiquette you’re expected to follow, and karate is no different. It’s important to follow these practices, as it’s a sign of respect to your fellow practitioners, the instructor, and the sport itself. Bowing (Rei) The bow is the most common act of respect. It’s typically done…
If you’re looking to stay safe, you’d naturally look at the different martial art and combat sports being taught in your area and wonder if they’d actually help you in a real fight. When it comes to karate, the answer depends on several different factors. Before exploring these factors, keep in mind that karate is…
What people do during their formative years has a profound effect on who they become as adults, so as a parent it’s important to enroll your kids in positive activities like martial arts that teach children valuable lessons. There are tons of physical, mental, and social benefits for kids enrolled in these exercises. Fitness Karate’s…
The Month Of Ramadan Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and it’s famous as the month of fasting. During this month, Muslims tend to avoid having food and water from sunrise to sunset (if they are in good health). With over 1.5 billion Muslims in the world, there are many athletes and…
Whether you’ve just started karate or have been at it for years, everyone gets nervous at times. Maybe it’s an exam for your next belt? Or maybe you have a competition coming up? Regardless of the event, you feel your heart racing, your breath catching, and your hands shaking. What’s going on? Performance anxiety is…
Everyone sets goals for the new year, but how many people actually stick to them? If you’re like most people, you’ll manage to keep up a diet or exercise routine for about a month before life takes over and you’re back to square one. Why does this happen? And what can you do to stick…
With close to 200 different martial art styles out there, it’s hard to decide what to practice. Each of these sports have their own unique history, philosophy, and approach. Some focus on certain combat techniques, while others emphasize the health benefits of the martial art. Here you’ll find a summary of some of the most…
After joining karate, you’ll soon realize that practice is divided into three different parts. These form the pillars of karate, and they are kihon, kata, and kumite. Kihon Kihon refers to practicing basic techniques. This involves doing simple stances, blocks, and attacks in the air. The purpose behind kihon is to master the fundamentals of…
People of all ages want to practice karate. Some decide to jump into it without a second thought, while others worry that they don’t meet the age requirement. Whether you’re concerned about being too young or too old to start karate, there’s nothing to fear because karate has no age limit. Karate For Children Many…
