I would love to learn karate by myself…..?

I would like to learn karate is there any books, websites, videos i can watch please help!

Ok I will try and be as clear as possible. Yes its possible to learn some basic movements from watching videos or reading books. But you will get no feedback from an instructor so how will you ever know if you are getting it right. Even more importantly you will have no one to practice with. Practicing against empty air is like learning to swim on dry land – when you get in the water you are going to drown. For your safety, for any chance of getting any real skill and for getting your moneys worth please try and find an instructor in something thats available near enough to you to travel to.

5 Responses to “I would love to learn karate by myself…..?”

  1. March 01, 2010

    donearguingwithidiots


    Learning ANY martial art by ‘books, websites, and videos’ is just as effective as learning surgery by ‘books, websites, and videos’….
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  2. sorry, you just can’t.

    from the net you dont have somone to guide you through
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  3. March 02, 2010

    'Lil Mei<3


    Hmm.. I guess the least you can do is watch videos that carefully and slowly instruct each move, and then imitate them yourself. I think you’ll be able to learn a few things – better than nothing! You might be able to find something, though. Remember: it’s just a start! Basics first…

    My sister and I began guitar using online resources, and we’ve learned quite a few things! I can actually play a little now. I’m so glad that the internet could be useful in this way. You’ll find something ~ Good Luck!
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  4. Ok I will try and be as clear as possible. Yes its possible to learn some basic movements from watching videos or reading books. But you will get no feedback from an instructor so how will you ever know if you are getting it right. Even more importantly you will have no one to practice with. Practicing against empty air is like learning to swim on dry land – when you get in the water you are going to drown. For your safety, for any chance of getting any real skill and for getting your moneys worth please try and find an instructor in something thats available near enough to you to travel to.
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  5. as people above me said it doesnt work that way.
    just dish out a bit of money and learn from a certified instructor it cant go wrong
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