Questions you be asking.

Q. How do I know which club to choose?

A. There are many clubs that are ran to high standards by professional Instructors. Ask to see there credentials. They should have Insurance Cover and be fully licenced with a National Governing Body, such as TSKR is with NAKMAS. Instructors will also be hold CRB enhanced checks to work with children and vunerable adults.

TSKR and NAKMAS have many Clubs in the area. This gives you freedom of choice to a lot of top uk Instructors.

Q. I am not very fit and haven`t done any exercise for many years?

A. Instructors with TSKR are professional & will not expect students to go beyond there capabilities. Training starts at your pace and is gradually built up over time. Many students come for fitness training. Over the year students have commented that the can cycle or walk for further without getting out of breath. This is gained through a gradual process of increasing your fitness.

Q.What is the age limit?

A.Students can start as early as 4yrs and there is no limit to how old you are. Often Karate can enhance mobility, awareness and keep the mind active. There are selected TSKR Clubs that teach Kids Karate from 4yrs onwards. These are only with Sensei Wittkopp. Most Clubs take in from 7yrs upwards.

Q. Is karate expensive will it cost me a lot of money?

A. Karate like many other sports and hobbies has initial setting up fees. Beginners will only have to pay for lessons. Once they have completed a beginners course, students will then have to become a member and apply for a licence which are kept to a minimal annual fee. Students will only need to wear loose clothing to start with. Suits are available from different sources and can range from £ 12.50 for a junior suit up to the Instructor Adult Suit of a £100. Most beginner Adult suits average £20.

Q. Is Karate dangerous or aggressive.?

Like most sports, if it is not done under the correct supervision,then it can be dangerous. TSKR Clubs have a structured and professional approach to training. Our students are encouraged to be friendly to new students and to remember we all started somewhere.. Karate is a Semi Contact sport, This meaning light contact only, or to the touch.

Q. What shall I do next to get started?

A. Give TSKR a call. This will be an informal chat & any questions will be answered. You can also log onto the Joining Page where you can send a message to contact TSKR direct.

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What is Karate?

Karate is the practice and development of blocking and striking techniques for the purpose of self defence, health and self-development. Regular training in Karate not only improves the body’s physical stamina and suppleness but also produces the mental calm and assurance which comes from knowing you can defend yourself.

Health

Karate is an excellent form of physical conditioning.

Flexibility, strength, stamina and aerobic training are all

included in a typical session.

Give it a try

These classes have been designed for absolute beginners and instruction is given in a step-by-step, easy to follow manner. They will inspire confidence and self-belief. It’s not just younger people who take up Karate, Many folk in their fifties and sixties join for the first time to avail themselves of the countless benefits that training in Karate brings.

Self Confidence

Karate is one of the best means of building confidence. In children, traditional Karate training helps to prepare a child for life (the school bully, pressure of exams and most importantly, the building of self-esteem). A child’s school achievement often improves after a period of Karate training, due to improved self-confidence and enhanced concentration. An aggressive child may be calmed by the discipline of training and Karate’s emphasis on self-control.

Etiquette

From the outset, children are taught that Karate is primarily defensive, not offensive. During the first few weeks of training, children learn basic etiquette. Emphasis is placed on politeness and respect for their fellow students, instructors and parents. They soon become aware that good manners consist of having consideration for others.

DisciplineChildren react to discipline very well, and once disciplined for a short period, are encouraged to develop self-discipline. Focusing their minds on the job in hand is important, whether it be learning a complicated sequence of moves in Karate or sitting an exam at school. Many parents notice a marked improvement in their child’s powers of concentration once Karate training has commenced.

Karate for Life

Armed with their Karate skills, self-control, self-esteem and respect for others, these people grow into fine young men and women. Well equipped to deal with the rigors of modem life in this harsh world, these adults of tomorrow will become fine citizens and contribute much to the society in which they live and work.