Start Karate!

Anyone can learn karate, and this is the pace to start-with clear, simple instructions and hundreds of photographs that show kids going through the basics, and beyond.

Start with meditation to focus your mind on karate. Then go on to the beginning punches, kicks, stances, and blocks without ever

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touching your opponent. Find out that it's not only fun to learn karate, but that you'll become stronger and more disciplined, and have more self-control in difficult situation. and you'll feel great about yourself!

Once you learn the basics, like the 'karate-chop,' or shuto, and the roundhouse kick, you can combine them in a 'kata,' or series of movements that work together, and practice 'kumite,' or free-style sparring. Here's a great companion for your work in your own karate class-you can take Start Karate with you, even up to entering a karate tournament where you could win trophies and prizes. All it takes is practice and hard work!

So, clear your mind and get ready to start karate!

Contents
Beginning karate
The workout
The basic stances
Offensive karate
Defensive karate
Sports karate
Index

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