dojo/style searching update

[username18526]

I haven't done much since my initial posts on the forum about finding a good Karate school with dedicated adult classes and such. I initially found a Shotokan school that piqued my interest, but for various reasons, I decided to branch out and try other Karate styles. I am very interested in looking into a Kyokushin school and starting as a complete newbie and seeing where it takes me, and at the same time, I want to study Shorin Ryu but will most likely have to rely on a "at my own pace" type of study, essentially videos/books/dvds.

I'll update as the journey goes; I'm very excited to test the waters.

[sensei8]

Very excited for and with you as your search continues. Kyokushin would be a great addition to your MA background...nothing but respect for Kyokushin. Thanks for the update and I look forward to future updates on your search.

[username18526]

Thanks Sensei8

I figure I'm not getting any younger, so I might as well check something off my Karate bucket list.

[Nevinyrral]

Kyokushin is a great style. You will learn how to throw and recieve strikes with full force. But be aware it is hard training, way different from traditional karate styles.

[username18526]

Thanks for the encouragement; I've done a lot of research on Kyokushin in the past but never got around to trying it out in person. I'm drawn to Kyokushin because I know I'll get a good workout, as opposed to Shorin Ryu in person. But the good news is that, thanks to @ Zaine, I discovered a Shorin ryu home study program. So I'm glad I can have the best of both worlds while only having to pay one monthly fee (if I stick with Kyokushin) and the other as a video that I can study whenever I want with the instructor guiding me every step of the way.

[bushido_man96]

That sounds like a fun time training! Good luck moving forward, and please keep us posted as to how training in both goes.

[username18526]

I've started training in Kyokushin, and I must say, I'm really enjoying it. I worked up a good sweat and everything was perfect—the teacher, the students, and the material. The kata is insteresting since it incorporates several Goju Ryu techniques. One thing I had to get used to was performing kihon in sanchin stance. Im also studying a Shorin ryu program I recently bought. All of these ought to keep me occupied with karate for a while.

[sensei8]

Great to hear that you've decided in Kyokushin and that you're enjoying its training across the board. Train hard and train well. Look forward to any future updates.

[username18526]

Thank you, Sensei8. We'll see how long this veture lasts lol.

[DarthPenguin]

Sounds good. Out of curiosity, how did you find the physical demands? Were they about as expected or harder/easier? (i doubt easier since kyokushin is known for it's hard training but you never know!)