Frequently Asked Questions:

What's the difference between Karate and Tae Kwon Do?

Literally translated "empty handed", Karate is a Japanese martial art involving an equal

blend of 50% hand and strikes. Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art involving a strongerratio of kicks.

Both arts are truly beautiful. Karate and Tae Kwon Do both stress self-control and

self-defense training for all ages.

What can the martial arts do for my family?

Th martial arts helps with Endurance, Weight loss, Flexibility, Coordination,

Self-Discipline, gaining a Positive Attitude, Stress Reduction, lmproved

Concentration and Improved Grades.

Who can benefit from the Martial Arts?

Men, Women, Children, Seniors and even the disabled can benefit and
enjoy this fun, healthy and rewarding activity!

Are classes safe?
Karate is a highly supervised activity. In fact, the average student / teacher ratio is
only 10 to 1. The children are never asked to perform any movements that would put
them into danger of injury. Our children's curriculum has been specifically designed
to accommodate ages 4 and up. This curriculum has been modified so children of
these ages can successfully learn and perform all of the moves necessary to excel.

How much does it cost?

Our primary focus is to teach life skills. We have a structure of respect, courtesy
and honesty built into Karate. We've created an environment that children and
adults learn to listen, learn and achieve. The classes combine the fun and
excitement of martial arts training with weekly mental and thought provoking
lessons designed to strengthen our students both memtally and physically.
We have several different programs to offer. DUKES MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY
offers a great starter program. This program includes a private intro meeting,
(2) regular classes and FREE UNIFORM! If you or your child has ever thought
about getting started in the lasting benefits of martial arts NOW IS THE TIME.
$35.00 A mouth

Will my child learn to be aggressive?

Absolutely not! The martial arts is self-defense, not self-offense. They learn to

respect the skills they develop while training at our school. We teach our students

to act with confidence, maintain good self-control and self-discipline in order to

maintain the courtesy and integrity of our art.

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Grand Master Dukes answers frequently asked questions about Karate in general and his Karate classes in particular. The questions and answers are in particular interesting for beginners in Karate.

Q: How fit do I need to be to start Karate?

Q: Am I too old to start Karate?

Q: Are the classes large - how many people are in it?

Q: Do you have beginners-only classes?

Q: What do I wear? Do I need a Karate Gi?

Q: How long before I can use my Karate skills?

Q: I have back, shoulder, knee problems ... can I still do Karate?

Q: What are the benefits of traditional karate training?

Q: What are the injury risks for Karate?

Q: What can I expect from Traditional Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Karate?

Q: What is expected of me if I join?

If your question is not answered here, please send it to masterdukes@juno.com