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Where can one purchase karate sparring gear online?
Two online sites one can purchase karate sparring gear are "KarateDepot" and "MartialArtsMart". Both of these online sites have excellent equipment and prices.
Is karate a contact sport?
Some schools teach karate as a sport. Some schools teach karate as a martial art. Schools of both types may allow full contact, however, most will not as the insurance requirements and liability are too high to allow it. As such pads and protective gear will be required.
What gear does karate need or use?
If you have just got admission in your dojo you wouldn't probably need anything. Some require a karate uniform or gi. Some dojo require you to have sparring gear if you are going to spar. Most require a mouth guard and groin protection at a minimum. Other items you may have include a shin pad, hand gloves. chest guard, face guard and head gear.
Where can someone purchase Karate Gear online?
Karate is practiced in bare feet, shoes are not worn. There are martial arts shoes that are designed for people that like to do martial arts and there are some, such as kung fu, where shoes are worn.
Where could a person buy Karate Gi's?
There are a number of stores that stock Karate Gi's. Stores such as Pirana Gear, Asian World of Martian Arts and Boxing Supplies all stock Karate Gi's.
What are some physical requirements to be in karate?
You don't need physcal requiremants in karate. Karate is a place to learn not qualify.
What is some basic information on Kwanmukan Karate?
Kanmukan karate is a martial art system developed by George Anderson, Hanshi. It blends Okinawa karate, Korean karate, and kung-fu influences. Kwanmukan Karate is world wide.
Did John F. Kennedy do karate?
Yes! Actually, my karate teacher taught him some moves--no joke!
Words that begin with ka?
too many to list, but some are karate, karaoke, kabob, and kazoo.
Is ufc the same as karate?
UFC is not the same a karate. UFC is a Mixed Martial Art. Some of the UFC fighters have trained in karate and put the skills to use in the ring.
Where did karate get started?
Karate started in the Ryukyu islands due to the introducing of some forms of chinese martial arts.
What safety equipment do you need for karate?
A mouth guard, (if you want your teeth) sparing helmet, gloves, and shoes. It depends on the school and the style. My karate dojo does not use safety equipment other than the brain. After all, if we get in a fight, we can't tell our opponent to wait while we go put on safety gear. Padding and protective gear gives you a different mindset. We are careful.
