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I am in Dubai. Are all Karate centers affliated to some federation or is it just rent a gym and start teaching.

What about the practices in different styles. I have heard that some are original while some are derivatives .I would like to decide which is best for me after you give your opinion.I have heard that some styles need patience and many years of practice where as there are other styles which are fast and focus on some aspects only. Is this true.

I am not sure but I think there is Shotokan, Shorin-Ryu Seibukan & Ryobu-kai.I dont know if there is any other I am 25 years old and I dont think I will be taking part in tournaments anymore. I need to be able to fight , and be good at it. Isnt Karate the art of self defence .Thats important too.Not just fight.

Hi, I would like to learn the art of Karate,but am confused by the vast range of styles.I would like to know the pros and cons of some of the styles.I am not interested in karate as a sport.Please advise. How many years will it take me to be somewhat perfect in this art.