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How do I tell a good style martial art from a bad one? |
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There are no bad styles of martial art, different
styles can only look
bad when taught incorrectly. |
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How
would be able to tell a good martial art
school from a bad one? |
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Most
respectable schools have their instructors and students insured. This does
not mean they are good, you will need to take part in a few classes before
you can sense the one for you. Watching a class will not be much help.
A good school will allow you to train 3 - 4 times without obligation for you
to decide yourself. |
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Will I lose weight? |
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Probably not |
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What if I am no good at it? |
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No one is bad at martial arts, and only very few reach a spectacular
standard, but you must enjoy your training and do your
best. |
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When do I get my Licence? |
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After 4 lessons you should apply for your
membership to the National Tang Soo Do Organisation, which will
include membership and insurance. |
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When can I get my Uniform? |
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After you have your membership you need to have a Rykando approved uniform
before you take your first grading.
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Is martial arts an expensive
hobby? |
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Not really, if
compared
to other types of hobbies : Golf, Computers etc. Like any hobby you choose,
there is some expense to start off with. |
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When can I take my 1st Grade? |
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When the Instructor has said you are ready (normally after about 2-3 months
training). |
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Do I have to grade? |
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No! But you will probably want to. |
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How long does it take to train for a Black Belt? |
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About 3 - 4 yrs if you
keep to our regular training program (2-3 times per week). |
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Can I get my Black Belt quicker if I train every night, twice a night? |
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Still will take a minimum 3 yrs to absorb the
meaning of the art. |
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How many Grades are there to Black Belt? |
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Ten grades to Black Belt. |
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What is Rykando? |
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Rykando is a method and technique of learning the
martial art of Tang Soo Do. |
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When was Tang Soo Do founded? |
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1945 |
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Who was the founder of Tang Soo Do? |
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Grand Master Hwang Kee. |
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What does Tang Soo Do mean? |
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The Way of the Chinese Hand. |
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What does Karate mean? |
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Empty Hand. |
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Where does Tang Soo Do come from? |
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Republic of South Korea. |
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What is the highest rank can I get too? |
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The rank you achieve. |
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What age can someone start training? |
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5 yrs of age. |
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If I am attacked, would I have to warn my attacker
I am training in Martial Arts? |
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No! You must first use what skills you have to defend yourself. When you
feel you are safe, then you can talk to them. “If that's
your wish” |
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Do I have to keep to the same class every week? |
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No, attend the classes you find most convenient but it is nice for an
instructor to know they have regular students attending. |
