Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts Academy = Uniform Question

[creative_one]

Hi EveryOne,

Im gonna start soon & was wondering if anyone had any good tips or advice?
Also where can i get a uniform / white belt for this academy NOT online tho but in-stores since i don't like to shop online?

The name of the academy is :
Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts fitness Academy in Missouri CIty TX

Here is a pic of the uniform that i am to wear during class :



Thanks in advance!

[zona5101]

good advice?? you mean like "float like a butterfly, sting like a bee" - that kind of advice or something more photography related???

[smc1377]

I am so confused by this thread.

[creative_one]

Originally Posted by zona5101

good advice?? you mean like "float like a butterfly, sting like a bee" - that kind of advice or something more photography related???

What i meant was tips or advice like these ppl gave :

Free - One tip I just though off, make sure you kick with where your shin joins your foot and not you toes, broken toes hurt for a long time

RLucas - Usually your dojo will get the supplies you need. Most martial arts classes need structure, and they want all the gi to look the same. Usually the best thing to do is to research the different types of martial arts out there. Then decide from there as to what feels right for you to do. Next comes the dojo research. Talk to students as well as the teachers. If the only type of talk you hear is, "you will have this color belt in X amount of months", you probably want to steer clear. There are a lot of belt factories out there that want to do nothing but take your money. Sad but true. These types of classes not only take your money, but they give people a false sense of security, because they really don't teach anything.

Usually your first class will consist of rules and regulations, as well as dojo etiquette. They will let you know what is expected, and their guide for dojo etiquette.

Most of all, enjoy yourself and have fun. It is hard work, but can be very rewarding.

Quo Fan - You can purchase the gi at your dojo. I buy my gi's from Century Martial Arts Supply on the web because I like heavy weight 12 oz jackets and middle weight 10 oz pants.

Practice perfect form. Don't be concerned that you can't kick somebody in the head on your first day. I tell my students that precision of motion is FAR more important than speed. Quickness and power will come with repetition and practice. You will get out of the martial arts only what you put into it.

Don't be compare yourself to the other students. They are not you, and you are not them. Compare yourself only to yourself. Are you better than you were yesterday? That is the only question you need to ask yourself. Not "Why can -insert other student's name here- kick higher than I can and I've been practicing longer?"

I recently earned my 5th degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo Karate, and am a Certified Instructor, so I think I know what I'm talking about.

[smc1377]

Tips on taking a martial arts class?

Ummm, be sure to stretch before doing any strenuous activities?

I'm also guessing the only place you'll be able to buy that uniform is at the martial arts studio itself.

[BryanC]

It's usually customary at the first class to sneak up behind the instructor and grab him/her around the neck and say, "Give me all of your money."

[Free]

um, try not get hit?

Seriously though, I did kick boxing when I was younger, just go and have fun.

One tip I just though off, make sure you kick with where your shin joins your foot and not you toes, broken toes hurt for a long time

Your dojo will sell uniforms.

Cheers
Free

Wear a cup.

[sk66]

Originally Posted by rt80639

Wear a cup.

Yeah baby! Catching a kick in the box sucks, even with a cup...without a cup it's crippling...

Patience grasshopper....you will be led along the right path...if you are open to being led and learning....

[RLucas]

Usually your dojo will get the supplies you need. Most martial arts classes need structure, and they want all the gi to look the same. Usually the best thing to do is to research the different types of martial arts out there. Then decide from there as to what feels right for you to do. Next comes the dojo research. Talk to students as well as the teachers. If the only type of talk you hear is, "you will have this color belt in X amount of months", you probably want to steer clear. There are a lot of belt factories out there that want to do nothing but take your money. Sad but true. These types of classes not only take your money, but they give people a false sense of security, because they really don't teach anything.

Usually your first class will consist of rules and regulations, as well as dojo etiquette. They will let you know what is expected, and their guide for dojo etiquette.

Most of all, enjoy yourself and have fun. It is hard work, but can be very rewarding.