Geist

When I went, the class was taught by a Sheila Dyson, at least I think it was Dyson... It was in downtown Bluewell near the old carwash, but I can't remember the building. Particularly small class, but she was a good teacher.

I'm in Bluefield, about an hour or so from Gilbert. Wouldn't be able to do it every day of course, but what do you have in mind?

Kempo is the only real option in my area, until I'm 18. Then, Hapkido is an option for me. For some reason you have to be 18 years old to participate in the training, seems it's pretty lethal... But yeah, I'll probably take up Kempo to get myself in shape enough to take Hapkido, which I've got a couple of years before I have to worry about that Thanks for all your help, I'm currently on an exercise and low-carb diet and the Kempo'll help out a lot.

I've always had an interest for martial arts, and have taken a few classes in Kempo... but I've got a couple of problems. After starting Kempo I felt uncomfortable in my environment, it was mainly a bunch of kids wanting to learn how to beat someone up rather than learn the discipline of the art. I'm looking for more than that, and particularly in my area. Being 16 it's hard to get out of state with no ride at all, but I'm hoping that's soon to change. Another thing I was wondering is size matters. I was easily the biggest of the group in height and weight, I have the willpower to begin and complete, but are there any unknown issues as to taking a martial art if you're clinically overweight? I'm in WV, and any help is appreciated. I want to do this for my own good, for my health, well-being, and for the discipline of the art.