Wise words, Ando. Seriously though, this channel and FightTips are my go to 1 place if I want to learn more about fighting and information about it. Thanks for this great video 😉
I've thought about it, but I never want to make anyone uncomfortable. I CHOSE to make videos... they didn't! But I'll figure something out. Thanks for the idea, sir!
I’ve been a Wadoryu student for 10 years and progressed to 1st Kyu. It’s changed my life for the better and want to try for Dan Grade this year but I’m really tall and muscular. My Sensei tells me I need to move faster and be sharper, but it feels impossible for me. Even my fastest moves are slower than dan Grade standard....any advice?
Hi Paul! Just saw this. You've been progressing for 10 years and NOW you're suddenly not good enough to advance? Or have you gotten slower recently? Of course, I haven't seen you move and I don't know your teacher, so it's not for me to judge. But I will point out that Karate is more than a belt. You train to better yourself and your skills. As long as you're doing that, forget the belt. Especially if it's impossible for you to satisfy your teacher! Just train!
Wow! Great advice, not just for martial arts class, but also for life. I've been doing martial arts for years, but still get something out of every video you make. Thanks!
ah thank goodness! i thought i was so weird for keeping a notebook, i'm glad it turned out to be the right thing XD thanks for your videos. i like how they apply to all different types of martial arts.
Thank you for putting up a new video sir. Very informative and stone great tips. Keep the videos and podcasts coming. BTW podcast episodes 1-7 are not available on android via play store
I write in margins and highlight text in my manuals but don't know why I never thought about bringing a notebook. I've just started a new martial art so this was really helpful.
Thank you for the great suggestion Sensei Ando. You really got me there laughing on the "What If.." scenario. When i was teaching a class about Escrima and disarms, got this guy ruining everyone trainings by forcing his "what if" idea throughout the lesson. Had to kick him out. How to handle the persistant one? Thank you again, Sensei!
You're not alone dealing with the What If Guy. I'd say it sounds like you made the right call. Creating a positive, productive learning environment is our sacred duty... let no one tear it asunder! Thanks for the comment, sir!
@@AndoMierzwa quick question or some how much are some class teaching for me to be able to learn martial art? What are there to learn in martial art classes; like do you teach any Asian martial arts from China, Japan and/ or S. Korean martial arts
I wished I would known but you can say I am a slow learner so I don't know but I am willing to learn just as I am wondering about what are the requirements for taking martial art classes?
It all depends on you and your goals. If you can keep your head straight and still build good habits, then go for it. It might be a little confusing if you're learning the same moves in different ways, but might as well try!
Sensei Ando, First of all thank you for your tips.. I just opened a martial art club Nd your this video clip boost me up to tell my students about it that how to maintain and take responsibility as a beginner 😇😇
Great tips Sensei!I keep a Word file with all the techniques our master teach us every class.Sometimes I feel like I ain't getting better watching, or sparring, with some of my fellows students. But when I think myself as a white belt again it's so much easier.II dan Taekwondo ITF here.Keep it up! Thank you!
Its amazing and beautiful that you can spread the knowledge of your art and at the same time give it a unique touch of humour! Keep it up sir, i wish many teachers of martial arts and in general could be like you!
+origami creations Working with children on the spectrum is a far larger issue than I can cover in a TH-cam comment! I would seek out professional advice on that.
Hey! So, I'm a 5'1" girl and I'm a bit overweight... I would really love to get into martial arts, but I'm not sure if my body type will hinder me. Should I lose weight or something before getting into classes?
Hi Madyson! Don't wait... go for it! Martial arts is for everyone. Start visiting schools until you find one that makes you feel comfortable. Then let your journey begin! (If you need any more advice, let me know!)
Ando Mierzwa Thanks for the reply! I will definitely check some places out in my area and keep checking your channel for new videos. :) Your content is both informative and entertaining!
Madyson, ( I know this is a late answer) I was 34 years old and very overweight when I started practicing taekwondo. You'll be amazed of how much you can do. Good luck!
Never doubt about what your body cant do. Think about what it could do with proper training! Indeed go to some Martial Art schools around your neighborhood see what fits you best. Best of luck to you.
Started today. Will keep all these tips in my mind. Unlike other videos these are very small but very effective tips that really matters when you are a beginner. ✌🏻👍🏻
Between Sensei Rick Hotton and Sensei Ando... Ya, you can cover a lot of good ground with these masters. No excuse for not training when these guys can motivate so well
I would up-vote this video 100 times, and keep doing it, if I could! To all beginners; This is GOLD! Belive me: This info will save you from a lot of frustration down the road and ease your studying. Sensei Ando, as a Martial Artist, you have my utter respect.
i started practicing karate 6 months ago and i am still a white belt and I'm trying to get better at what I'm doing its hard but people are friendly and nice there so that's whats keeping me motivated
Thank you you helped me to remember things. I was going to martial arts at my city but when I shifted from there I forgot everything. I decided in quarantine to revise it. Thank you
Hopefully I will do well in my classes :) I've done a bit of my own martial arts and am now joining a offical school to learn more and have a teacher to help me. I'm just really scared of being very alone in what I love as I'm a very shy person when it comes to talking than doing stuff. XD Hopefully all goes well in my first class lesson though as this is the first time I ever joined something like this or done anything exiting.
I like what you said about the plateau and how the learning process works. It's so true that we see those sudden jumps only after a long time being "the same." Too many people say the same thing, that things start to click and come together. Your brain is always working, even if you can't sense it at the time.
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Greetings sensai! I am a dan 1 holder. I had to take a break because of an unfortunate injury . I am planning on starting to teach my sister and your videos really help me in doing so.
Oh snap. I've been a member of a dojo for over 2 years now, and for the first year and a half was attending every single day every class I could, working out and learning and practicing etc. Then I hit the wall- I knew most of the drills that we were going to be doing, I knew what I was good and bad at, and I reasonably knew my limits and abilities, so I got bored. When I was bored attendance dropped dramatically. Tonight was the first night of me coming in in well over 3 months, and I learned how much my body had degraded in the time away: technique was still there, but the cardiovascular fitness to keep my breath and stay active for longer just wasn't there at all. This video helped out amazingly with point number 5. I think it may be a while before I stop attending again.
Sensei..I was VERY fortunate to have had several Senseis and a Sifu (Currently ! :) whom have and do try to instill these very Prinicples...there is ALWAYS a stinker!! and its rough...who wants to partner up with that?!? Especially in an art that has infighting , grappling or just in close for whatever ...NOTEBOOK..!! I am so thankful that my very first sensei...(c. 1983) Instilled that in me...and my current Sifu (GM) said to me last year..."You've basically rewritten my entire system manual" !!! GOOD for you!! how it should be....but I must admit...even being a retired Paramedic-Inst.....the wipes is something I never considered!! I assure you, it will be added....Great vid...thanks ! Peace and God Bless
Yes! My notebooks are not just like a diary of my own progress, they're a perfect teaching manual! I'm in the process now of putting it all together into one, clean edition. Good for your Sifu... and for you! Happy training!
I feel like you are making "Warriors of Martial Art" over the mental aspect of the martial art! Your guidance is so simple and real that I just can't help but respect you more!
i kinda disagree with number 4 because i learn best by asking and so do they since i have spotted several issues in all places that i have been to, yes even your youtube channel. i am not saying inturrupt your teachers or ask ridiculous questions however.
For the questions, is it bad to ask WHY something is done the way it's done? I've always found the best way for me to remember things in class is to get an explanation for why, rather than just straight memorization. (I'm asking this in good-faith)
Of course, understanding aids learning, so having a teacher who lays out reasons ahead of time is helpful! On the other hand, you could stand around playing the WHY game all day and never get to actually practicing! 😁 So, I’d say get a basic idea of what you’re doing, then play with it a bit. Your next question will be informed by some experience which is good for everyone. Happy training!👍🏼
I started not long ago. I agree to everything but the notebook. Well maybe for some people it's a better way to learn stuff, but there are NOT too many things that you have ro make effort to remember. You'll be doing the same stuff all over again and you will be corrected all the time. Weather you know what should be doing and can't focus on everything or you forgot you will still be reminded. Forms and katas are the only thing you may want to write down, but we have youtube now days - you can learn 90% of the form/kata from youtube and then it's quite easy to focus on the parts you got wrong or were shown wrong in youtube. Well that's me - I've never had a notebook at school. Different people, different approaches. *The "get early" tip is the best one - great impact with very little effort*. And it's not "sometimes" that you feel like you are getting worse. It's all the time (at least for me). Every time I learn something (to a very basic level) they give me something new and I feel like I'm starting from scratch.
Figuring out how you learn is part of the journey... glad you cracked your own code! The notebook is also great if you want to be a teacher someday. You can look back and remember how you progressed and have a bunch of ideas for lessons to pass on. Whatever... do your thing, sir!
ths is me....Aisha recently divorced due to violence frm my husbnd....my father...brother pressurise me to continu ths marraige for thier so called panchayat and jirga.....my body is realy weak mentaly..physically i want to restart my life but how??? they left many scars on my muscles bones and even on my soul
Shaheer... I'm so glad that you're starting over away from the people who hurt you. A new life begins! I go deeper into applying martial arts principles to every day life in my podcast... maybe there's something there that will help. www.senseiando.com/fight-for-a-happy-life/ If you want to speak more privately, I welcome you to email at ando@senseiando.com
Reminded me of when I sparred with my pediatrician (he joined years after I did, though my instructor's very first student was a protege of his). While his nails were not especially long, he did scratch me accidentally when I blocked one of his punches. And no, there are no stupid questions, merely inquisitive idiots. Funny when I did a year of wrestling because I never trained in grappling, so I had to squelch my striking habits for a bit. I had a reputation for being a skilled fighter, but I was terrible at grappling. The point was I was trying to learn something different without assumptions, but the majority of the team did not realize I was handicapping myself severely. Shoshin (beginner's mind) can be pretty rough.
Haha. Very nice one.Ando ! Common sense people !!! Common sense ! Re: white belt. One time . One of my advanced students were leading a class. I put on a white belt and practiced with the class. After wards , a new student, who did not know me, came up and asked me why I am wearing a white belt? - because you seem to be very good. much better then a beginner I replied - I'm a "permanent white belt" and smiled New kid said - I want to be a permanent white belt too 😊
I have to wear spectacles. Glass power is minus because I face difficulty seeing things from distant places. How will I be able to recognize what punch or kick is coming from what direction? during the fight, I have no choice but to put off my spectacles. How should I deal with this problem ? please answer and let me know
I'm a full time home student with special needs.I'm mentally challenged single middle aged single man without kids.I'm both a homebody and introvert.I don't like loud places at all.I like quiet and peaceful places.I don't like crowded places at all.I learn new things better at home in public places.I rather use free online karate videos at home to learn new karate moves than than take regular karate classes in public places any day.I have got adult A.D.D.
Is Taekwondo quite different to Karate? Im tempted to enroll on a Taekwondo Gym near me. :) havent found a Karate Gym which i first started on a long time ago during my childhood.
Awesome tips! I have one issue though, Sensei. I live in Austin, TX, and everyone just LOVES LOVES LOVES to hear themselves talk. The solution in this town has been to turn martial arts classes into cardio classes! (kidding. sort of.)
Ace Verhel As a young man, Taekwondo was the perfect art for me. Discipline, structure, and a great workout. But eventually, I went looking for a wider range of challenges. It’s all good! Just start somewhere. 👍🏼
"Think like a Beginner, and you will be a Master, before you know it"
Very deep message Sensei Ando.
Many thanks*
Thanks for watching and commenting, sir!
Ando Mierzwa Great tips! I appreciate this video very much. Thank you, Ando.
I wear red so the bad guys can't see me bleed....
That's thinking ahead!
Whitpusmc .bruh hahaha
I wear red because ken masters from street fighter :^]
I were brown pants so you cant see me um ...
Deadpool lol
Thanks for all the tips because today is my big day I’m going to martial arts
Yes! Let the journey begin!
Yeah and how you doing now?
Plz update me
Same lol
And mine tomorrow 😳
Hmmm yes I hear what your saying but.... what if he doesn’t have a head
That killed me🤣🤣🤣
Ha! You know... aliens. :)
Dark 🤣
I have my first karate class tomorrow. This is really helpful and now i’ll know some key tips before I go. Thank you so much Sensei Ando!
Wow! Good for you, Arlie! 😃👍🏼 I hope everything went great!
8 months later, how is it going?
2 and a ½ years later?
Great video... Thanks for the uplaod
Honored that you'd drop by, sir! :)
Wise words, Ando. Seriously though, this channel and FightTips are my go to 1 place if I want to learn more about fighting and information about it. Thanks for this great video 😉
I'm honored, sir. Thank you!
Sensei Ando, I seriously hope no one asked you, "What if he has no head?" 😳
The more you teach, the more you can't believe what you hear! :D
ando will you ever upload a video of you teaching during your classes?
I've thought about it, but I never want to make anyone uncomfortable. I CHOSE to make videos... they didn't! But I'll figure something out. Thanks for the idea, sir!
I like the way you think!
I’ve been a Wadoryu student for 10 years and progressed to 1st Kyu. It’s changed my life for the better and want to try for Dan Grade this year but I’m really tall and muscular. My Sensei tells me I need to move faster and be sharper, but it feels impossible for me. Even my fastest moves are slower than dan Grade standard....any advice?
Hi Paul! Just saw this. You've been progressing for 10 years and NOW you're suddenly not good enough to advance? Or have you gotten slower recently? Of course, I haven't seen you move and I don't know your teacher, so it's not for me to judge. But I will point out that Karate is more than a belt. You train to better yourself and your skills. As long as you're doing that, forget the belt. Especially if it's impossible for you to satisfy your teacher! Just train!
Forever a white belt state of mind for me! :D
Then you are wise! :)
I just signed up and this video was really helpful.
Awesome! I hope you have a long and rewarding journey.
Ando Mierzwa thank you!
How's it going so far?
How is it? I start in a few weeks and I’m a nervous wreck
Man Of Magic thank you so much! I was extremely stressed but this really helped.
Wow! Great advice, not just for martial arts class, but also for life. I've been doing martial arts for years, but still get something out of every video you make. Thanks!
My pleasure, sir! Thanks for the comment!
I'm like, 14, and I'm considering being in martial arts, but I would like to know what martial arts is really like.
Only one way to find out... get in there and get started! The sooner, the better! :)
What a great motto for life in general!
im at the point where i know the moves they keep teaching me its hard to stay motivated some days
Just find something you love doing and master that then!
ah thank goodness! i thought i was so weird for keeping a notebook, i'm glad it turned out to be the right thing XD thanks for your videos. i like how they apply to all different types of martial arts.
You're not weird at all! You're smart. Thanks for the comment!
Thank you for putting up a new video sir. Very informative and stone great tips. Keep the videos and podcasts coming. BTW podcast episodes 1-7 are not available on android via play store
Thanks for your support, sir! Sorry to hear about those missing episodes... I have no idea how these platforms operate. I'll check it out, though!
As usual: useful, and I like to watch you especially with my kids, you lift up my spirit.
That makes me cry. Thank you for letting me know! :)
Great information! I have been taking Martial Arts classes for a year. This helps me a lot. Thank you!
Awesome. That makes my day. Happy training, sir!
I write in margins and highlight text in my manuals but don't know why I never thought about bringing a notebook. I've just started a new martial art so this was really helpful.
Perfect! I think it will make a difference! Let me know!
Thank you for the great suggestion Sensei Ando.
You really got me there laughing on the "What If.." scenario.
When i was teaching a class about Escrima and disarms, got this guy ruining everyone trainings by forcing his "what if" idea throughout the lesson.
Had to kick him out.
How to handle the persistant one?
Thank you again,
Sensei!
You're not alone dealing with the What If Guy. I'd say it sounds like you made the right call. Creating a positive, productive learning environment is our sacred duty... let no one tear it asunder! Thanks for the comment, sir!
Hey Mister where can I sign up to apply for martial arts classes as you are teaching and what and how to get begin
Start with my free self-defense basics course right here on my TH-cam channel. Classes coming soon!
@@AndoMierzwa quick question or some how much are some class teaching for me to be able to learn martial art? What are there to learn in martial art classes; like do you teach any Asian martial arts from China, Japan and/ or S. Korean martial arts
@@jerryvang094 Did you take the free Self-Defense Course yet? After that, drop by my website! SenseiAndo.com
@@AndoMierzwa i will say I don't really know what, how or even where to start
I wished I would known but you can say I am a slow learner so I don't know but I am willing to learn just as I am wondering about what are the requirements for taking martial art classes?
Thank you for this. I am a White Belt in Taekwondo, and I really enjoy learning from you on top of my own classes that I attend.
Great! Keep going!👍🏼
A big thank you Sir! Love and respect from India.
Love and respect back from the USA!
Absolutely practical,hence shared!
Thank you very much, sir! 🙏🏻
HEY, ANDO. CAN YOU TEACH ME HOW 2 STUDY MARTIAL ARTS, PLEASE? BECAUSE I CAN'T DO IT.
Go to a martial arts class
Me when it says "on time" ye bro that's not what I signed up for bro
It's too bad I didn't have you as a teacher when I was first introduced to Martial Arts, Ando. But, then; what did I know? :-)
We all learn as we go, sir! :)
Would taking Bujinkan and Taekwondo at the same time, on different days, be a good idea?
It all depends on you and your goals. If you can keep your head straight and still build good habits, then go for it. It might be a little confusing if you're learning the same moves in different ways, but might as well try!
“But what if he has a hatchet??” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
😁👍🏼
Sensei Ando,
First of all thank you for your tips.. I just opened a martial art club Nd your this video clip boost me up to tell my students about it that how to maintain and take responsibility as a beginner 😇😇
Congrats on opening a club! The world needs more good teachers. So, be the best you can be!
Thanks for the tips ^^
I think they're useful in every day life too.
Yes! I would agree with that! Thanks for the comment!
Great tips Sensei!I keep a Word file with all the techniques our master teach us every class.Sometimes I feel like I ain't getting better watching, or sparring, with some of my fellows students. But when I think myself as a white belt again it's so much easier.II dan Taekwondo ITF here.Keep it up! Thank you!
Congrats on your second degree! I started in the ITF, so a big bow to you! :)
Mr. Ando , I'm 50 yrs old so could I train enough to protect myself within 6 months if I train like 3 days a week or do I need more days?
You can protect yourself right now! But the more training you add, the better. Just do what you can do.
Its amazing and beautiful that you can spread the knowledge of your art and at the same time give it a unique touch of humour! Keep it up sir, i wish many teachers of martial arts and in general could be like you!
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻
i know this is a very dumb question but what if you had a student that had autism spectrum disorder and didnt understand some instuctions???
+origami creations Working with children on the spectrum is a far larger issue than I can cover in a TH-cam comment! I would seek out professional advice on that.
Thank you for these tips, I'm starting my first taekwondo class this thursday, and these tips all helped.
Good for you, Madison! I hope you have a great time! 😁👍🏼
Hey! So, I'm a 5'1" girl and I'm a bit overweight... I would really love to get into martial arts, but I'm not sure if my body type will hinder me. Should I lose weight or something before getting into classes?
Hi Madyson! Don't wait... go for it! Martial arts is for everyone. Start visiting schools until you find one that makes you feel comfortable. Then let your journey begin! (If you need any more advice, let me know!)
Ando Mierzwa Thanks for the reply! I will definitely check some places out in my area and keep checking your channel for new videos. :) Your content is both informative and entertaining!
Hope your search is going well! (That's me nagging.) :)
Madyson, ( I know this is a late answer) I was 34 years old and very overweight when I started practicing taekwondo. You'll be amazed of how much you can do. Good luck!
Never doubt about what your body cant do.
Think about what it could do with proper training!
Indeed go to some Martial Art schools around your neighborhood see what fits you best.
Best of luck to you.
Starting my martial arts journey this summer. Thanks for this
Awesome! Happy training!👍🏼
learning attitude is always best
thanks for the video
Thank you for the comment!
Started today. Will keep all these tips in my mind. Unlike other videos these are very small but very effective tips that really matters when you are a beginner. ✌🏻👍🏻
Congratulations on taking the first step! Happy training to you! 👍🏼
These are some great tips! I’ll be sharing them with my students in the future!
I’m honored! Happy teaching! 🙏🏻
The three GOOD B’s:
Baby wipes Band aids Breath mints
The three BAD B’s:
Blood Bling Bad breath
BLING! :D Good call.
Greetings From Yang Sports International Sialkot Pakistan !
Greetings from the USA!
Great advice and good humour!
Thanks for saying so, Philip! :)
You're welcome! I've just started learning taekwondo (my kids started about 6 months ago) and need all the help I can get!
learning to respect yourself and others is a way of life in karate! great work!
Yes, sir! Happy training to you.
The Wise one. Keep Spirit
Peace! 🙏🏻
Between Sensei Rick Hotton and Sensei Ando... Ya, you can cover a lot of good ground with these masters. No excuse for not training when these guys can motivate so well
Sensei Hotton is a great teacher. Thanks for mentioning me alongside him! )
I would up-vote this video 100 times, and keep doing it, if I could!
To all beginners; This is GOLD!
Belive me: This info will save you from a lot of frustration down the road and ease your studying.
Sensei Ando, as a Martial Artist, you have my utter respect.
What a gerat comment! Thank you, Olav!
🙏
3:50 that's funny.
:D Thanks!
i started practicing karate 6 months ago and i am still a white belt and I'm trying to get better at what I'm doing its hard but people are friendly and nice there so that's whats keeping me motivated
Glad you’re having a good experience! Keep going!
Sensei does martial art help me to increase my height, physical strength ?😊
I don't know about increasing height, but training your muscles in pretty much any way can help develop strength. Happy training!
Madanpal Singh it can help increase hieght as strength training can increase testosterone wich helps grow.
Material arts are 2000x's harder than exercise.
Well, you can exercise just as hard... but yes, I still think martial arts offers more!
Thanks for guiding us..
I hope something helps!
This is very helpful to watch.
Glad to hear it! :)
Respect and discipline I love these values. Awesome vid!
Always honored to see you here, my friend! I hope you're not watching videos while biking! :)
Thank you 🙏 I will attempt my best to honor those who came before me.
A worthy pledge! 👍🏼
I'm 65yrs old and not a martial art student but your suggestions definitely helped me learn more about life. Keep up the great work
That means a lot to me, sir! Thank you!
Thank you you helped me to remember things. I was going to martial arts at my city but when I shifted from there I forgot everything. I decided in quarantine to revise it. Thank you
Good for you! 💪🏼
Hopefully I will do well in my classes :) I've done a bit of my own martial arts and am now joining a offical school to learn more and have a teacher to help me. I'm just really scared of being very alone in what I love as I'm a very shy person when it comes to talking than doing stuff. XD Hopefully all goes well in my first class lesson though as this is the first time I ever joined something like this or done anything exiting.
Kevin! You da man! We all face different struggles on the path... just keep going. You're awesome just for getting started! :)
I like what you said about the plateau and how the learning process works. It's so true that we see those sudden jumps only after a long time being "the same." Too many people say the same thing, that things start to click and come together. Your brain is always working, even if you can't sense it at the time.
Exactly right! Just keep training... :)
Great tips!
Thank you very much!
before you notice it... like 50 years xD
Just being honest! :)
hahaha it's cool. I loved the style in yuor videos, the humor has the unique touch!
greetings from chile
Jordán Echeverría Happy to hear that! Greetings from the USA!
Jordán Valenzuela ...
We're all students for life.
Amen to that!
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THANK u sir
My pleasure! Thanks for the comment!
I also want to be your student
I’m honored! 🙏🏻
Tomorow is my first day of karate lessons this video will help me i will subscribe
Welcome! Hope you have a great experience! 👍🏼
@@AndoMierzwa Thank you
@Thocky how did it go?
@@randomdude7512 It was the best choice ever never giving this up
Immediately reminded of that guy who was always about ten minutes late. Shows why he never got past yellow...
Nice yin yang Gi by the way.
Ha! That guy is everywhere! For a little while... :)
Greetings sensai! I am a dan 1 holder. I had to take a break because of an unfortunate injury .
I am planning on starting to teach my sister and your videos really help me in doing so.
Teaching your sister... beautiful! :)
Oh snap. I've been a member of a dojo for over 2 years now, and for the first year and a half was attending every single day every class I could, working out and learning and practicing etc. Then I hit the wall- I knew most of the drills that we were going to be doing, I knew what I was good and bad at, and I reasonably knew my limits and abilities, so I got bored. When I was bored attendance dropped dramatically. Tonight was the first night of me coming in in well over 3 months, and I learned how much my body had degraded in the time away: technique was still there, but the cardiovascular fitness to keep my breath and stay active for longer just wasn't there at all.
This video helped out amazingly with point number 5. I think it may be a while before I stop attending again.
You'll never forget a lesson you learn on your own. Welcome back! :)
Sensei..I was VERY fortunate to have had several Senseis and a Sifu (Currently ! :) whom have and do try to instill these very Prinicples...there is ALWAYS a stinker!! and its rough...who wants to partner up with that?!? Especially in an art that has infighting , grappling or just in close for whatever ...NOTEBOOK..!! I am so thankful that my very first sensei...(c. 1983) Instilled that in me...and my current Sifu (GM) said to me last year..."You've basically rewritten my entire system manual" !!! GOOD for you!! how it should be....but I must admit...even being a retired Paramedic-Inst.....the wipes is something I never considered!! I assure you, it will be added....Great vid...thanks ! Peace and God Bless
Yes! My notebooks are not just like a diary of my own progress, they're a perfect teaching manual! I'm in the process now of putting it all together into one, clean edition. Good for your Sifu... and for you! Happy training!
I feel like you are making "Warriors of Martial Art" over the mental aspect of the martial art!
Your guidance is so simple and real that I just can't help but respect you more!
I appreciate that, Mohammad. Thank you!🙏🏻
Sir I want to martial arts
Then stand up and start!
i kinda disagree with number 4 because i learn best by asking and so do they since i have spotted several issues in all places that i have been to, yes even your youtube channel. i am not saying inturrupt your teachers or ask ridiculous questions however.
Sure, I ask questions, too. Just don't let endless questions keep you from actually training!
HEY, ANDO. IT'S ME. WHAT'S UP?
great tips are useful for old timer too. and ur tips are always great. thanks n nice belt.
Thank you for commenting, Rahul!
Thanks brother for a great video
My pleasure, my friend! Thanks for watching!
Is 16 too old to start?
Not even close! Do it!
Helpful. I'm going to be taking a martial arts class the summer of the time this comment this was posted.
That’s awesome! I hope it’s the beginning of a long journey! :)
my sensei thanks you!
Ha! Excellent! :)
"What if he doesn't have a head"
😁👍🏼
😌 go for the body😏
Great tips!
Much appreciated, sir!
5 Class Tips For ----------- Martial Art Students
I like the white belt! 🙏
Good point! I still follow all of these tips!😁
For the questions, is it bad to ask WHY something is done the way it's done? I've always found the best way for me to remember things in class is to get an explanation for why, rather than just straight memorization. (I'm asking this in good-faith)
Of course, understanding aids learning, so having a teacher who lays out reasons ahead of time is helpful! On the other hand, you could stand around playing the WHY game all day and never get to actually practicing! 😁 So, I’d say get a basic idea of what you’re doing, then play with it a bit. Your next question will be informed by some experience which is good for everyone. Happy training!👍🏼
I started not long ago. I agree to everything but the notebook. Well maybe for some people it's a better way to learn stuff, but there are NOT too many things that you have ro make effort to remember. You'll be doing the same stuff all over again and you will be corrected all the time. Weather you know what should be doing and can't focus on everything or you forgot you will still be reminded. Forms and katas are the only thing you may want to write down, but we have youtube now days - you can learn 90% of the form/kata from youtube and then it's quite easy to focus on the parts you got wrong or were shown wrong in youtube. Well that's me - I've never had a notebook at school. Different people, different approaches.
*The "get early" tip is the best one - great impact with very little effort*. And it's not "sometimes" that you feel like you are getting worse. It's all the time (at least for me). Every time I learn something (to a very basic level) they give me something new and I feel like I'm starting from scratch.
Figuring out how you learn is part of the journey... glad you cracked your own code! The notebook is also great if you want to be a teacher someday. You can look back and remember how you progressed and have a bunch of ideas for lessons to pass on. Whatever... do your thing, sir!
ths is me....Aisha
recently divorced due to violence frm my husbnd....my father...brother pressurise me to continu ths marraige for thier so called panchayat and jirga.....my body is realy weak
mentaly..physically
i want to restart my life but how???
they left many scars on my muscles bones and even on my soul
Shaheer... I'm so glad that you're starting over away from the people who hurt you. A new life begins! I go deeper into applying martial arts principles to every day life in my podcast... maybe there's something there that will help. www.senseiando.com/fight-for-a-happy-life/
If you want to speak more privately, I welcome you to email at ando@senseiando.com
what if im late ill scru up i know it!
THIS HELPS SOOO MUCH!!!! Because this Sunday I’m going to be a new student in Karate and I’m a little nervous 😬
Awesome! I hope it’s the start of a long and rewarding journey! 👊🏼
Reminded me of when I sparred with my pediatrician (he joined years after I did, though my instructor's very first student was a protege of his). While his nails were not especially long, he did scratch me accidentally when I blocked one of his punches.
And no, there are no stupid questions, merely inquisitive idiots. Funny when I did a year of wrestling because I never trained in grappling, so I had to squelch my striking habits for a bit. I had a reputation for being a skilled fighter, but I was terrible at grappling. The point was I was trying to learn something different without assumptions, but the majority of the team did not realize I was handicapping myself severely. Shoshin (beginner's mind) can be pretty rough.
It’s rougher to stop learning!
BJJ is the worst martial art to practice with a smelly training partner.
You got that right!
Haha. Very nice one.Ando !
Common sense people !!! Common sense !
Re: white belt.
One time . One of my advanced students were leading a class. I put on a white belt and practiced with the class. After wards , a new student, who did not know me, came up and asked me why I am wearing a white belt? - because you seem to be very good. much better then a beginner
I replied - I'm a "permanent white belt" and smiled
New kid said - I want to be a permanent white belt too 😊
Great story! You've got me thinking about maybe only wearing the white belt from now on...
I am a karate orange belt...but still insecure about my every movement...
I think I anm really bad at this......
Give yourself time! And remember to compare yourself to before you started. I’m sure you’ve come a long way!👍🏼
I have to wear spectacles. Glass power is minus because I face difficulty seeing things from distant places. How will I be able to recognize what punch or kick is coming from what direction? during the fight, I have no choice but to put off my spectacles. How should I deal with this problem ? please answer and let me know
Bruce Lee didn’t have perfect vision either. 👍🏼 Getting close and using your sense of touch can help!
Hello sir
Howdy!
also sign up for makoto kan jiu jitsu
I'm a full time home student with special needs.I'm mentally challenged single middle aged single man without kids.I'm both a homebody and introvert.I don't like loud places at all.I like quiet and peaceful places.I don't like crowded places at all.I learn new things better at home in public places.I rather use free online karate videos at home to learn new karate moves than than take regular karate classes in public places any day.I have got adult A.D.D.
We all find our own way. Good for you, Larry!
Is Taekwondo quite different to Karate? Im tempted to enroll on a Taekwondo Gym near me. :) havent found a Karate Gym which i first started on a long time ago during my childhood.
You have to walk in and take a look. There are different kinds of Karate and different kinds of Taekwondo. But do something! :-)
Awesome tips! I have one issue though, Sensei. I live in Austin, TX, and everyone just LOVES LOVES LOVES to hear themselves talk. The solution in this town has been to turn martial arts classes into cardio classes! (kidding. sort of.)
Well, we all have different goals. Just meet people where they are... then lead them where you want them to go. :)
You are hilarious!!!!!! I love you great info too I just joined taekwondo
Way to go, Taylor! I hope you have a long, happy journey!
Tell me what you experience in Taekwondo, I'm kinda interested joining in the Martial Art too. : )
Ace Verhel As a young man, Taekwondo was the perfect art for me. Discipline, structure, and a great workout. But eventually, I went looking for a wider range of challenges. It’s all good! Just start somewhere. 👍🏼
Thank you so much this is gonna help me so much I have my first Karate class today!
Wow! Hope it was a great experience!