As a trainer somethings you may want to know if u want to study karate is if u think u can make the comitment. so many times i see ppl come through my dojo doors and leave 2 weeks later never to be seen from again. Also understand once u start karate the way u look on life will change and ur attitude will also. Be sure ur physically fit for a good workout and be sure never to give up even if ur wipped in kumate or in a street fight, the best karatekans are the ones who lose becuase by losing u learn from ur mistakes....Good luck and tell me how it goes!