Starting Karate

Starting Karate

Choosing a club:

Naturally we want you to come and train with us, but we offer this advice to help you choose the club that suits you.  We want you to be happy and safe in your training.  It is a good idea to contact the instructor to introduce yourself before you turn up, especially if you have any special requirements.  A good instructor will be happy to talk to you before you arrive.

Go along and watch a session.  See how the class runs, do you like the style?  Watch the beginners to see how they learn, but take a look at the experienced students too - you might be one of them in a few years time.  Talk to the students during breaks in the class or afterwards; are they well mannered, friendly and knowledgeable?  You'll be spending a lot of time with them.  Find out about the instructors, how long have they been practicing karate?  Do they still train?

Can you try karate out for a session before you join?  How long can you train before you need to buy your licence and equipment and is there a notice period if you decide that karate isn't for you?  Do you have to buy your equipment from the club or can you buy it anywhere?  If you are given papers to read or sign take them home to look them over properly.

If you are looking for a club for your child check that the instructors are DBS checked.  Do they know how to prevent injuries to growing bodies?  How long have they been teaching children?  Stay and watch a session or two, a reputable instructor will be delighted you care enough to check.

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