Children Karate FAQ

Q: How old does my child have to be to enrol in Seido Karate?

A: We will do an intro session and review from 3 years of age.

Q: In what ways does karate help in my child's development?

A: You child will benefit from an increased ability to focus and concentrate, improved gross motor skills, fitness and balance and learning to be part of a group. All of our kids classes are taught by myself and any areas that parents feel need to be worked on can be emphasisd within their karate tuition.

Q: How are classes structured?

A: Every class starts with a warm up, followed by learning basic techniques and eventually combinations and reviews of techniques. There are three syllabi for children which means that expectaions are age appropriate. Progress is gained through repitition of movements that are incorporated into games and 'serious' practice.

Q: When is the best time to enrol my child?

A: Our school is open 50 weeks a year and because we have a range of classes over 6 days of the week, any time is good. We offer a free introductory lesson for which you can make an appointment. This will take 20-30 minutes and gives the child a chance to learn some of the ettiquette surrounding martial arts training, which is explained before they join a class, as well as establishing a rapport between parent, teacher and child.

Adult Karate FAQ

 

Q: Am I too old to start learning karate?

A: Seido Karate was developed as a style for anyone irregardless of age, gender, fitness or ability.If you can walk up the stairs to the dojo, you can learn Seido Karate.

 

Q: How are classes structured?

A: Each class begins with a warm-up (our warm up  is essentially a joint stretch which is designed to limber the body in preparation for physical activity). We then practice basic techniques and then combinations of techniques, which become more complicated as one progresses. Strengthening exercises are incorporated into each class, with the emphasis being on pushing oneself beyond one's own perceived limitations.

 

Q: Will karate help me lose weight?

A: Karate can be useful in weight loss if one attends regularly and also maintains a heathy eating pattern. Keep in mind that initially there will be a lot of explanation of the moves you are learning and it may feel a little slow. It is preferable to gain correct technique to avoid injury in the future. If you would like to emphasis weight loss, please attend the class early and make use of our exercise equipment.

 

Q: I have had previous injuries, is it safe for me to start practicing karate?

A: Having practiced Karate since 1981 and been injured many times herself, Sensei is sensitive to all members capabilities or limitations due to injury. Please remeber to tell your teacher of any pre-existing or new injuries and if something you are asked to do doesn't feel right then that's completely fine. Our sensei can also recommend exercises that might help you strengthen the areas around your injury.

Q: When do we start full-contact karate?

A: When you have attained a green belt and the necessary control not to injure your fellow students or the sensei. Remember that Karate is an extremely effective means of injuring others. We don't want any injuries in class and this requires a lot of practice.

 

Boxing FAQ

Q: I've never boxed before, is it okay for me to drop into a class to see what its like?

A: You are welcome to drop by to watch a class in action. Bear in mind that whilst karate classs are in progress at our studio, boxers are required to wait untill those students have left the floor before entering.

 

Q: How are classes structured?

A: Classes work around traditional boxing techniques. Skipping, bag work, focus mitt work with a partner as well as a wide range of  fitness/strength related routines.

Q: I have had previous boxing experience, am I able to spar?

A: We have some members who engage in Semi contact sparring. this is only allowed after a minimum level of skills and fitness have been attained and is at the discretion of our head trainer.

 

Q: My child would like to learn to box, do you have classes for children?

A: If the child is capable of the self motivation that boxing requires then yes. Once again, our head trainer will make an assessment based on feedback from other instructors and your child's focus and ability.   

Q: Will boxing help me lose weight?

A: Absolutely. Combined with healthy dietary practices boxing is an excellent  way to not only lose weight but to tone, strenghthen and increase the health of your heart and cardio vascular systen. Working out within our programme willl  also leave you thinking more clearly and super ready to face the challenges of each day!