I would have to disagree with the Elderly Szpnk in regards to kata. If someone is taking Martial Arts for self-defense and actual practicality, kata is useless.
In kata, there is no opponent. The kata practioner does not have to react or rely on instinct, he's simply performing a pre-arranged dance.......over.........and........over.
If someone is interested in Martial Arts for the "art" side of it (like the 11 year old black belts I see on ESPN) then sure, go ahead and do kata.
But if the person's interest lies in self-defence or practicality, time is better spent sparring/grappling than dancing in the air.
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