Beginners
February 3, 2022
Welcome to the wonderful world of karate.
You have not only taken a step toward better health, you have also taken a
step toward learning something practical and useful.
Rest assured – ANYONE can take and excel in karate.
You don’t have to be an athlete, or be big and strong.
You DO need, however, a strong mind.
Karate
will test your limits and help you expand and exceed them.
This
may be the hardest thing you will ever do in your lifetime.
But,
it may also be the most rewarding and satisfying!
Our
hard-working and dedicated beginners who started their training with HSK through
Zoom have done a remarkable job of coping and adjusting through our on-line
sessions.
However, they have NOT experienced the true “flavor” of HSK’s teaching charm!
That
will have to come when we return to the dojo for in-person training.
New
beginners will especially appreciate the videos in this section, as it covers
our stretching exercises and each hand technique step-by-step.
This
section, although mainly for our new beginners, is NOT restricted to them ONLY.
Our
veteran members may also find these videos helpful for reviewing the basic
techniques and improving their delivery and effectiveness.
This
section takes the new student through basic stretching exercises to readies
their body AND mind for the rigorous workout to follow.
They
are then taught all the basic hand techniques, including punches, blocks, and
strikes.
This
is followed by the use and engagement of their legs, hips, and shoulders in
generating speed and power.
So,
are you ready?
Great, let’s get started!
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1) It is
important to note that all exercises should, at first, be done slowly and
deliberately … especially if you have not stretched for a while.
As your body begins to accept and adjust to the activity, it is okay to
speed up the routine.
2) DO
ALL KARATE TECHNIQUES SLOWLY UNTIL THEY BECOME NATURAL.
Correct technique and delivery path will ensure continued improvements in
speed and power.
| Beginners - Getting Started |
| Stretching |