rabid hamster Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 Hi everonye! i just found this board and decided to join because I have been interested in MA ever since I can remember. i have a few questions, i hope you guys don't mind. (guys means girl and guy for me.) Well, i know most people here do a MA, but i don't. Im hoping i can start this summer, but i do have a few problems. first of all i'm 12, turning 13 soon. i think that this might be a bit late to start. i know people say it's never too late to start, but im just afraid that people in my class will be like 6 year olds, and that would embarass me, being the oldy and ya know. also another problem is that im about 30 pounds overweight. so i think i shouldnt start until i get into better shape, seeing i can barely do one push up i think that i still okay with flexibility. i can kick up to my nose with a front kick(i dont do MA but i know some simple moves), so i guess that gives me an "okay" but not "great" at flexibility. i was wondering what you guys thought though. i've never actually been inside an MA class to see what it was like, and i know a lot of you have, so it'd be greatly appericated if you guys could help. thanks in advance -Hiya! It is only with the heart that one can see clearly, for the most essential things are invisible to the eye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinninggumby Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 It doesn't matter when you start, whether you are 6 or 60 as long as you have the desire to learn. Most people who start before their teens usually mess around in class anyways until they get older and more mature (i.e. me, LOL Good luck in your journey should you accept the challenge Often times your reason for starting will be different for your reason for continuing. Welcome 'Conviction is a luxury for those on the sidelines'William Parcher, 'A BEAUTIFUL MIND' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bon Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 Hiya! I think 13 is a perfect age to start.. I'm 16 at the moment. I'm the youngest at the dojo I go to for BJJ (Brazilain Jiu Jitsu). If you go 2-3 times a week, you should find yourself losing weight and increasing fitness. The first month, you'll feel so sore the next day! Go to a couple of dojos and watch to see the different styles and pick one you think suits you.. They should let you watch, if they don't, something is suspect. Try to avoid dojos that make you pay fees yearly, it's a good chance it's a McDojo. It takes sacrifice to be the best.There are always two choices, two paths to take. One is easy. And its only reward is that it's easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YODA Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 Hiya Hiya Apply a little "Nike-Fu" ...... Just Do It! _________________ YODA 2nd Degree Black Belt : Doce Pares Eskrima Instructor : JKD Concepts http://www.jkdc.co.uk / http://www.docepares.co.uk [ This Message was edited by: YODA on 2002-02-28 01:14 ] YODA2nd Degree Black Belt : Doce Pares Eskrima https://www.docepares.co.ukQualified Instructor : JKD Concepts https://www.jkdc.co.ukQualified Fitness Instructor (Weights, CV, Circuit, Kinesiology) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamrushman Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 hello and welcome.......you'll do fine....your there for you and not anyone else..........good luck on your quest....... rushman (karate forums sensei)3rd dan wtf/kukkiwon"saying nothing...sometimes says the most"--e. dickerson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rabid hamster Posted February 28, 2002 Author Share Posted February 28, 2002 Hey everyone, thanks for encouraging me. I think ill try to get my parents to start in a few days to weeks or so. can anyone tell me which dojos to look out for? like how you would tell if the dojo is good or not and things like that. also which art would you suggest? so far hapkido or taekwondo sounds good, but any suggestions? It is only with the heart that one can see clearly, for the most essential things are invisible to the eye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTpizzaboy Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 No one is too young to start. Unlike many other sports, martial art is more a way of life and it will slowly grow on you. Its bad that not everybody can have the finance to take it though. Good to see you started trainging out home, you have a head start. If you do get serious about it, train at a school, then also train at home. About your weight, not a problem. Not everybody is built like Bruce Lee that take MA. Just take it slow. They make you sign a contract, which you'll have to monthly even if you do not attend class. Keep that in mine. Canh T.I often quote myself. It adds spice to my conversations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 Welcome. Patrick O'Keefe - KarateForums.com AdministratorHave a suggestion or a bit of feedback relating to KarateForums.com? Please contact me!KarateForums.com Articles - KarateForums.com Awards - Member of the Month - User Guidelines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kicker Posted March 2, 2002 Share Posted March 2, 2002 welcome Hiya to the forums when you do your best it`s going to show. "If you watch the pros, You will learn something new" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaiFightsMS Posted March 2, 2002 Share Posted March 2, 2002 Welcome to the forum. We all have to start sometime. There are many here in your age range. The style or art that is best is the one you are most comfortable doing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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