nick003

Firstly, thank you for taking the time to respond. I also appreciate your welcoming me to the forum. You make a valid point; kiddie classes are a good way to bring in revenue. As I said, when I studied, "respect" was a common thread in many aspects of the art. Perhaps my training and "ways" are out of date. I am downtown NYC. And yes, I have used Google to shop for a good DoJo. But everything is so commercialized; everything seems more about the money than the ART. I was thinking that a "club" of some sort may be more appropriate. Does such a thing exist? Again, thank you. I'm happy to be here. Nick

I studied karate at a local school many years ago. I'm 50 and wish to return. I feel it will be a great way to stay in shape and get the exercise I need to keep my blood sugar in check. Here is the thing: I'm looking for a traditional place to study. I am not interested in in some commercial school where they have 3-5 year olds, 6-10 year olds, teens, adults... I want TRADITION. When I studied in the past, we went to class in our street clothes and changed when we got to the DoJo. Today, you see all these kids jumping out of their parents car, dressed for class. That isn't tradition; is it? I was always taught that you NEVER dressed unless you were in class or competing. And what about bowing to the Master when you enter the DoJo? Don't they do that anymore??? I want a school who teaches the tradition and respect as well as the skill set. I'm in the NYC area. Any recommendations? Nick