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Q. What is it like being a beginner in a class? Q. What about if I have friends who want to join? Q. Will I get hurt? Q. Can I start straight away? Q. What about if I have done karate before? Q. How do I find out what is going on in the club? Q. How often are gradings? Q. How will I know if I'm ready to grade? Q. Do I have to grade? Q. What if I have any other questions? Q What is it like being a beginner in a class? A. Starting anything new can be a challenge so we teach beginners separately to the main group. This means you will be at the same level as the other people in the class. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. What about if I have friends who want to join? A. Just give us a call in advance if they want their own information pack or bring them along with you to a class. We will do the rest. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. Will I get hurt? A. Lots of people think karate is all about hurting, being hurt and being thrown around. Karate is a physical activity but we train on a controlled, light-contact basis and as a beginner, your training will not involve any throwing. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. Can I start straight away? A. Beginners are always very welcome to start at any time! ....................................................................................................................... Q. What about if I have done Karate before? A. This is not a problem. Call us to let us know your karate background and we will advise you of the most suitable class. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. How do I find out what is going on in the club? A. This website is updated regularly and we produce a quarterly newsletter for our members. We also distribute reminders of forthcoming events at the end of training sessions. We may also send you information through the post. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. How often are gradings? A. Kyu Gradings are held every three months in March, June, September and December. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. How will I know if I'm ready to grade? A. Your Instructor will let you know when you have achieved the required standard. Top ....................................................................................................................... Q. Do I have to grade? A. Gradings are not compulsory. ....................................................................................................................... Q. What if I have any other questions? A. You can e-mail your questions, alternatively, telephone us on 07879 625648 or speak to an instructor at training sessions. Top |

