A1)

No, there will never be too late. In fact, a lot of our students were started at the age of 20+, but they all were able to manage the training. You definitely could master it if you are perseverance.

A2)

You would need a gi (uniform), glove, and a mouth guard. Please discuss with the Dojo instructor for more details.

A3)

Shotokan, Shitoryu, Wado and Goju Ryu are the four largest major styles of Karate-do. We are the Goju Ryu. “Goju Ryu” literally means “Hard and Soft style”. In Goju Ryu, we emphasize both the hard and soft aspects of martial art. The principle of Hard and Soft, like Yin and Yen, is the principle of life. To be a whole person, one must keep a balance of Hard and Soft. As a Karate practitioner, one seeks to develop a strong and unyielding will power, but at the same time, must maintain his compassion and caring for the others.

A4)

Each clubs may have difference ranking system. Basically, Introductory levels are  ranked from white belt (10 kyu) to brown belt with 3 stripes (1 kyu). Black belt levels are ranked from Shodan (1 dan) to Ju Dan (10 dan). For more info about our system, please visit our ranking system.

A5)

Usually there’s a promotion test for introductory level for every 4-6 months. However, our instructor may adjust the schedule to match the situation of each dojo. Blackbelt promotion test is on a irregular basis.

A6)

If a student attended all classes, working hard with spirit, generally would take around 3 years. However, it is difference to each student.

A7)

You will have a chance to get injured from any sports. As long as you follow the instruction of the teachers and use the equipment and technique properly. The chances to get injured are very low.

A8)

It can never say which one is better, since they’re 2 difference types. It is the same that you can’t say soccer better than basketball. We suggest that you do more research on both to understand more. To study for about Goju Ryu Karate-do, please click here.

A9)

Seiwa Kai is a traditional dojo for Goju Ryu Karate-do training. We ask all of the students to wear uniform for all classes. No exception.

A10)

Each dojo may charge differently due to the rental fee and expenses cost. Please check here for more information.

A11)

Yes you’re always welcome to join us. Your previous experience may be credited. Please discuss with your local Dojo’s instructor. To find out the dojo in your local area, please click here.

A12)

Of course this is not true. Goju Ryu Karate-do has both punching and kicking technique. We also have elbow, knee, hand-knife, hand-hammer, open-hand technique... etc. Please note, Karate does not condone violence. Karate-do is a way of not having to flight. As we said in Karate: novices fight to win, masters win without fighting.