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Totally agree! We do a lot of point sparring for the reasons you mentioned above, but we also do continous medium contact sparring...this is where we incorporate our takedowns and self-defense, holds, and getting out of said holds. Sometimes we'll even do 2 on 1. Newsflash --- if you ever have to defend yourself there is a good chance it will be against more than ONE person!!!

I have a problem with Mortal Combat cause EVERYONE does it. I found a trance knight rider remix I'll probably use --- my partner is also looking for music if that doesn't work. Thanks for the suggestions though!

Cool deal! What rank are you?

Wise words from ShorinRyu Sensei! MA isn't all physical but it is mental too. Its about self-control and being able to walk away.

ShorinRyu sensei --- that's some old school teaching! You dont see too much of that anymore. Our classes run 1:15 - 1:30. Then the dojo rats are usually haning around for another hour or two after that. I've actually learned more once the class is dismissed. That is when the people that WANT to be there are left to train --- usually there is only about 5 of us....and we'll work our different weapons and katas, and sometimes spar. There are a lot of highschoolers in the class and I'm sure a lot of them want to be there but they either rely on parents for rides or is too busy with school and homework to stick around --- usually interest peaks in the summer time. Kita

I'm pretty sure you were talking to superleads, but I'll post my results: 1st - Kata 3rd - Weapons 1st - Sparring Kita

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Cool I want to hear all about it when you get back! I'm also attending a tournament tomorrow. Here some Kita's tips for sucess: -Be friendly ---- try to meet and greet as many people as you can, judges, promoters, other students....shake their hands and wish them luck. -Warm-up, but don't overexert yourself! Get a GOOD stretch and do your kata 1 or 2 times --- thats it!! Some people don't do their katas at all at tournys --- what NOT to do, is do your kata a million times before you have to perform. - When you introduce yourself to the judges be loud and confident. You don't have to scream, but they should be able to hear you. This is your first impression, and trust me, sometimes judges need that jolt of a wake-up call. There should be enough boom in your voice to demand their full attention. - Rather you win or lose, always shake the hands of your competitors and judges. - In kumite, make sure you know and understand the rules. Is there face or groin contact? 2 Min max points or first to 5? I'm sure I can think of more for you if you'd like...most important ---- HAVE FUN!!!

I have my belts nailed on my wall. I was going to wait until I reached BB to get a display but I kinda like the way I have them now Check it http://www.lakita.net/db/pictures/karatewall.jpg Its changed slightly since that pic --- I've added my brown belt to the wall and took down the scotch taped underbelt certs (it looked tacky anyway) --- I am going to put my framed Okinawan BB Certification above my brown belt. Kita

Dunno if it has a particular name...sounds like an barter system, indentured servitude or apprenticeship....are any of those the terms you are looking for?

Yeah but it was fun! That bridge crossing one took me FOREVER -- I don't think I could do it again if I tried

Good topic --- I'd love to go to a karate camp I'm I too old at 24 --- are these things geared for kids?

I'm not filipino, but welcome anyway!

Just NASKA or any circuit? Which NASKA tourny did you just come from? Kita

Capoeria is an art started in Brazil by slaves. They got the idea by watching the way animals moved and attacked. Obviously, slaves were not allowed to learn to fight. This would lead to revolts etc etc. So, in order to learn to defend themselves, they had to learn a techinque that looked like anything but fighting. In fact, it is not called 'practicing' like most martial arts --- it is called playing Capoeria. The capoeristas stand in a circle(roda) and someone plays the berimbau which sets the tempo, and others play the drums. Capoeira is very acrobatic, full of powerful kicks and hidden sweeps. When the white masters viewed the slaves --- they thought they were playing because the techiques were hidden and the music. Check out https://www.capoeriaonline.com https://www.planetcapoeria.com Kita

Maybe I should put on a ninja uniform and do my kata --- that would be TIGHT!!!! ....maybe not

Cool --- you got somewhere I can read some more history on that?

Whew! You took the words out of my mouth!!! The fighting / suspension rule is unfortunately a necessary evil. That is because rather you start the fight or not...more often than not, a teacher is not there to see the start --- so who is innocent? The person with the most friends around of course!!! If I were you I'd avoid hitting back and counter with blocking and throwing wherever possible...it sounds like these kids just want to 'see what you got'. Hopefully it'll pass soon and you can move on and enjoy HS. Kita

I was just browsing over the intros --- you haven't been taking karate very long have you --- like less than a month? I'm I reading that right? If that's the case, it may also make it easier to find a school -- I remember being more flexible --- at least until I made it to yellow / orange belt. Good luck! Kita

I'm moving to Parsippany, NJ. The styles I'm learning now are Shorin Ryu, Goju, and Shotokan. Any of them would be fine. I just want to be taking something. That shouldn't be hard at all! Shotokan and ShorinRyu are 2 of the 4 popular Okinawan styles. I'll help you look too. What style of ShorinRyu? Matsubayashi, Kobiyashi or Shobiyashi *sp* Kita PS --- How far are you willing to travel for a school? I commute 30 miles across a river and state lines to train I'm making it sound farther than it is....I live in IL --- 14 miles from the MO / St Louis state line and river

I'm a little over the 5-year mark. I never really thought about it as a big deal. Someone told me recently that until you reach 10-year mark it is still a hobby to you. I don't know if I agree with that...maybe its that American rush rush nature. I have karate goals and life goals....and as long as my karate goals don't interfere with my life goals, I will continue training! Kita

Yes. She is.....I'll second that

Rather an aerial is a martial arts move depends on your definition of an MA move.... Any capoeristas in here? I believe in capoeria it is called an au (ah-yoo) or estrella and it is used to get away from an opponent and still keep your eyes on them --- why not just back away --- cause that particular application is relying on momentum and continuous movement. I've also seen it used effectively 2x in point sparring --- and while the point was earned and get some 'ooohs and ahhs' from the audience I think its too risky in that instance. In creative forms they are used all the time....when you can see a clear kick then I'd say it is a martial arts move....or even if it is followed by a block or some kind of combo. Otherwise --- its gymnastics. That's my 2 cents anyway!

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