superledger

I'm 27 and have been practising wado ryu for six months now - guess you could say im a late starter. I joined up for a bit of fitness but I've really got into it now.

When I say Ive got into it I mean Im enjoying it, but still feel quite inadequate and clumsy. I'd appreciate it if some of you guys could give me some hints and tips to aid my progression.

I'm interested in becoming a good technician on a sports level - I dont really want to learn how to damage people on the street.

Thanks everyone and I look forward to discussions with you all

guy incognito

Practice,practice,practice! And when your not practicing think about what you will practice next.and when your not practicing spar.Train hard and listen to your instructors every word.

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Nazman

Sparring and self defence are good to learn even though you might not wish to use it. If you become more involved and very committed to the art then latter you might regret not having covered all aspects.

Aiming to be technically good is admirable but there must also be a good understanding of the art. Otherwise, there is a danger of becoming inflexible in your approach to training and its applications.

What I'm trying to say is that some things will work well for you others will not and should you be trying to sort out stuff that is all pain for very little gain?

The feelings of clumsiness and inadequacy will pass. Always train with a variety of people and don't shy away from the biggest people or the most skilled your class - you can learn a lot.

Good luck with your training.

superledger

Thank you both for you quick replies and kind words of encouragement. It makes me happy what you said as I'm already doing some of the things you suggested. I've always got karate on my mind mow and always thinking about how I can do a,b oor c.

I never shy away from sparring and believe I have good fighting spirit so if I learn good skills too, I'll be a happy man.

Thanks again for your responses - both of you