How To learn Karate At Home
Lots of people are looking at how to learn karate at home, but is it even possible to learn karate at home?
Well the answer is YES!!!!
If you are unable to attend a local karate Dojo, or you are just too busy, then learning karate online with the help of video tutorials is the next best thing.
Karate is an incredible and fascinating art form that has developed over thousands of years. Karate fully developed on the island of Okinawa, then spreading around the world, giving us the karate we have today.
There are thousands of karate for beginners classes starting every day, where people, young and old start to learn karate for the first time.
Inside our online Dojo, we have people from all over the world practicing karate from the comfort of their own home, we have people just wanting to keep fit and active, people who want to progress to the coveted black belt and people who would like to open their own karate dojo and teach.
Karate is an incredible and fascinating art form that has developed over thousands of years. Karate fully developed on the island of Okinawa, then spreading around the world, giving us the karate we have today.
There are thousands of karate for beginners classes starting every day, where people, young and old start to learn karate for the first time.
Karate classes usually start with a warm up, followed by a full body stretch. This alone is great for health and well being, keeping the body soft and supple is a fantastic thing, especially in your later years.
Next in a typical class will come basic karate moves (kihon), blocking, punching, kicking, etc. These are practiced on the spot, or stepping forward, back and even at different angles in the many varied karate stances (dachi).
These are the techniques you will be able to practice at home and get an idea of what karatedo (the way of karate) is all about.
How To Learn Karate At Home
So karate class training has the warm up and stretch, basics (kihon), then next comes sparring (kumite).
Now the word sparring is used loosely in karate because it usually means anytime you partner up to practice karate techniques.
For example, you may partner up to practice a wrist grab and escape, this will be called kumite or sparring in the dojo (training hall).
So try not to think that every time the word sparring (kumite) is used, you are going to partner up with a crazed black belt who is going to try and kill you!
After the warm up, basics and sparring, kata (forms) is usually practiced.
Kata is a sequence of karate moves including, punches, kicks, strikes, jumps, spins, etc, that are strung together in a particular order, to create a pattern of techniques, similar to the gymnastics floor display.
To explain kata fully will need an article all on it’s own, but to me kata is the most important element of karatedo. They say, kumite is the spirit of karate, but kata is the soul! And I agree.
So if you are looking to find out out how to learn karate at home, I would highly recommend our first course which covers everything needed for your first six months in karate and includes your first belt test and lots of bonus tutorials.
Check out our HUGE karate course below.
Good luck with your journey in the wonderful world that is karatedo! Oss!
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Embarking on a journey into the world of karate is a commendable decision, yet numerous challenges often deter individuals from taking that crucial first step. Here are some common problems and pains that people face when wanting to start karate:
1. The Unknown:
The unfamiliar atmosphere of a karate dojo, coupled with the presence of seasoned practitioners executing precise techniques, can create an intimidating environment. Many beginners grapple with the fear of the unknown, hindering their initiation into karate.
2. Time Constraints:
Modern life is often characterized by demanding work schedules and familial responsibilities, that leaves little room for personal pursuits. Finding time for regular karate classes becomes a significant challenge for those eager to start their Karate journey.
3. Financial Barriers:
Joining a karate dojo often comes with associated costs, including membership fees, purchasing essential gear, and covering class expenses. For individuals on tight budgets, the financial aspect can pose a significant hurdle.
4. Lack of Proper Guidance:
Starting karate without the foundational knowledge of proper stances, techniques, and etiquette can lead to frustration and slow progress. The absence of structured guidance hinders beginners from building a strong foundation in karatedo.
5. Physical Fitness and Health Concerns:
Concerns about current physical fitness levels or pre-existing health conditions can be a roadblock for potential karate practitioners. The fear of not being able to keep up with the physical demands of training prevents some individuals from taking the plunge.
Identifying and acknowledging these challenges is the first step toward overcoming them. By addressing these common pains, karate dojo and practitioners can work together to create a more inclusive and supportive environment, encouraging aspiring karateka to embark on their karate journey with confidence.
So don't worry about any of these hurdles, we have them covered!
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Embark on your Shotokan karate journey with confidence! Our comprehensive Shotokan karate course provides everything you need for your first six months of karate practice. we have highly detailed but easy to understand tutorials, our classes take you step by step through the basic fundamentals of Shotokan karate, ensuring you grasp the essential techniques and fundamentals seamlessly. Whether you're a novice or looking to deepen your skills, our expertly crafted curriculum guarantees a solid foundation. Elevate your practice, boost your confidence, and embrace the power of Shotokan karate with a course that caters to both beginners and aspiring karateka seeking refinement.
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We understand the demands of modern life. Our course offers flexibility, allowing you to learn at your own pace, whether in the dojo or through virtual sessions. With 24 hour access, accommodating both busy professionals and students, you can seamlessly integrate the transformative benefits of Shotokan karate into your lifestyle.
Option to take your first belt test
Module one has 10 lessons, once you have these techniques down inside this module, you can submit your first test video. The tutorials are short, highly detailed but easy to follow.
We have lots of people who choose to just train and not to take our qualifications, equally we have others that are rapidly working their way to black belt through our unique belt testing syllabus. The choice is yours
Strong Foundations Are Essential!
This whole course has been painstakingly put together so the karateka gains the advantage of creating an extremely strong foundation to their karate. This strong foundation will help you become a strong black belt, this is the area that is the most important in creating fantastic karateka. Many karateka do not have strong fundamentals and struggle with the advanced karate.
Over 30 Lessons!
This course is perfect for people just starting karate and also practicing karateka. The lessons cover all the fundamentals of Shotokan Karate in detail. also included are Bonus lessons covering aspects and areas of karatedo that are many times overlooked, but if mastered will enable fast progression through the ranks.
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This course is brand new and we have spent a long time putting it together, so the testimonials below are from some of our current members.
What Some Of Our Inner Circle and Monthly Members Say ~
Brian (Ireland)
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"I am a white belt at my local DoJo but there is not the backup support once you leave the DoJo. Your online classes are a must for anyone wanting to better their training. I am so glad I found your site, being a new member has helped me loads."
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"I was just looking for some kata videos to help me train on my own at home when I came across yours. I live in Italy so am a bit far from you but I THANK you immensely for uploading your videos and sharing them with the world. They explain basics that every karateka should know in detail."
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With lots of live classes available.
You will have plenty of enjoyable workouts learning new skills that make you feel better physically and mentally, as well as receiving world class feedback and support on how to improve. I strongly advise everyone of all ages to give it a go.
Shotokan karate online, is ultimately about the journey, not the destination,
And what an incredible journey it is.
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"I'm very happy I joined up"
I joined up with Shotokan Karate Online 6 months ago.
Great Sensei's both Sensei Huckle and Sensei Amos. They do a great job in explaining the many concepts of Karate.
The web site is very user friendly, able to find the many different sections like classes that were videoed, all the katas etc...
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Here's What’s In The Course
5 Modules With 26 Lessons! (PLUS Extra Bonus Classes)
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Module 1: Everything Needed For Your First Belt Test
This first module contains 10 lessons, with the final lesson being a 45 minute follow along class. In this first module we cover the karate bow (rei) (1min 40), the ready position (yoi)(1min 8), the warm up and stretch (8min 41), plus forming the karate fist (seiken) (1min). We then cover in detail, the straight karate punch (5min 21), upper block (2min 44), outside block, inside block (2min 36) and down block (2min 14). In the follow along class we cover everything in this module in a proper class structure.
Everything inside this module is needed for the first belt test and details on how to submit your test video can be found at the end of this first module.
Regarding the 1st belt test:
Everything inside this module is needed for the first belt test and details on how to submit your test video can be found at the end of this module.
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Module 2: Stepping Techniques, Front Kick & Horse Stance
This second module contains 7 lessons, with the final lesson being a 50 minute follow along class. In this second module we cover front stance (3min 36) and horse stance (1min 25). We then cover the first stepping techniques in detail. They are stepping punch (6min 18), upper block (7min 16) and down block (9min 24). We also cover front kick for the first time (13min 57). In the follow along class we cover everything covered in the first module and this module in a proper class structure.
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Module 3: Final Stepping Techniques, Including Front Kick
This third module contains 4 lessons, with the final lesson being a 40 minute follow along class. In this third module we cover the next stepping techniques in detail. They are uchi uke (7min 34) , outside block (5min 54) and front kick (2min 48) stepping. In the follow along class we cover everything covered in the first two modules and this module in a proper class structure.
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Module 4: Moving Up A Gear!
This fourth module contains 3 lessons, with the final lesson being a 47 minute follow along class. In this fourth module we cover our first combination Mae Geri (front kick) - Oizuki (stepping punch) (7min 10), we then cover 4 elbow strikes (enpi uchi), Age Enpi (upper elbow), Ushiro Enpi (back elbow), Mawashi Enpi (round elbow) and Yoko Enpi (side elbow) (11min 10). In the follow along class we cover everything covered in the first three modules and this module in a proper class structure.
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Module 5: The First Kata
The fifth module contains 2 lessons, the first lesson covers the first Shotokan karate kata Taikyoku Shodan also known as Kihon Kata (15 min). with the second lesson being a 48 minute follow along class, covering everything from the previous 4 modules including Taikyoku Shodan.
Bonus
MASSIVE Bonus Section!
What else is there in the course that you haven’t explained in your modules above? Even if it’s a regular part of your course, if you haven’t mentioned it at all on your sales page yet, then it’s time to introduce it in this section as a Bonus. If you’re not sure what to put here, then check out our article on 6 great ways that you can increase the perceived value of your online course
Heian Shodan Tutorial The Second Shotokan Karate Kata
Heian Shodan is the first kata of 5 in the 5 Heian Kata series.
The first Heian kata focuses on stances zenkutsu dachi (front stance) and kokutsu dachi (back stance).
Your Attitude Is Everything!
In this video we talk about the extremely important aspect of attitude! This really is the secret to success in karatedo. Attitude is everything!
Master Funakoshi always said, ‘Spirit first, Technique second‘
Why Hit Things And Pad Training
We have three videos in this bonus section:
1. Why hitting 'things' is important.
2. Basic strikes using the focus pads.
3. Single strikes put into a combination.
Hit Hard But Most Of All........
Hit Hard, Hit Fast, Hit With Accuracy But Most Of All Hit With Intent. Originally, karate was ALL about fighting and self defense. 200 years ago the world was a very different place, peoples lives would be in danger on a regular basis.
Mushin no shin
Mushin no shin (無心の心) is a Zen expression meaning the mind without mind. Mushin is a mental state into which very highly trained people are said to enter, who can also practice this mental state during other everyday activities.
Twenty Precepts of Karate (Niju kun)
Master Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of Shotokan karate, laid out the Twenty Precepts of Karate (Niju kun), which are there as a guide for all karateka to follow and adhere to. These principles form the foundations of Shotokan karate. These twenty principles were based heavily on Bushido and Zen.
About The Course Teacher, Linden Huckle
Sensei Linden Huckle was born 1965 and first started training when he was 8 years old, then the minimum age for practicing Karate was 12 years old, so after a few lessons he was told he would have to come back in 4 years time, this was a lifetime away for an 8 year old who just wanted to practice martial arts, so he went to both the school library and the local library where he studied books on the martial arts practicing as often as he could until he was able to start training properly.
Huckle Sensei believes first and foremost, karateka should enjoy their karate and says there is nothing better than seeing a person develop into a great person through their karate practice, while at the same time enjoying karate.
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Here’s what some more of our members are saying about our Shotokan Karate programs
This course is brand new and we have spent a long time putting it together, so the testimonials below are from some of our members who are using our tutorials regularily.
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Our exclusive offer of an incredibly low one-time only payment for a complete 6-month Shotokan Karate course, is an extraordinary opportunity to maximize your training without the burden of ongoing monthly fees. Imagine gaining access to everything you need for the crucial first six months of your karate practice, all at a fraction of the cost you would pay at a traditional bricks and mortar karate school, which for six months karate practice, could cost anything from $300 to $600+!!!!
By choosing this limited-time offer, you not only unlock incredible savings, but also invest in a comprehensive and detailed training program that empowers you both physically and mentally. Seize the chance to embark on your martial arts journey without financial constraints, and let the value-packed karate training begin!
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Frequently Asked Questions
All fitness levels are suitable because you train at home and only do what you feel you can handle, you are in total control, the fitter you get, the more you can put into your karate practice.
You do not need much space at all, even with the kata, we have a technique where you can practice the whole kata in a five foot square space
No special clothing or equipment is needed. Many of our members do eventually obtain a karate uniform (gi), but this is not compulsory. Other equipment is purely optional, as in a punch bag, makiwara (striking board), recommended books, etc.
You will receive a downloadable certificate (example below). The certificates are our official EIKA certificates. A printed certificate is available at an extra cost (to cover shipping), but this is purely optional.
It can accomplished quite quickly, but is entirely down to the individual and also the results can sometimes be very confusing and not make sense at all, let me explain.....If someone is practicing once per week and someone else is practicing three times per week, you would expect the person practicing three times per week to way more advanced after six months, but it depends completely on the attitude of the karateka whilst training, if someone is totally focused and applying the concept of Ikken Hissatsu with all their fast moves and train once per week, they will be way stronger and progress much faster than someone training three times per week, but simply going through the movements with no intent, so it's all down to the attitude of the karateka.
"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will." - Vince Lombardi
We really hope you like this course and If you would like to continue your karate practice, we have an App that you can download for free from Google play or Apple, it's called 'Shotokan Bites'. We also have a monthly membership which gives full access to the app, website and includes belt testing
Comprehensive course
Everything Needed For Your First 6 Months Karate
ONE TIME PAYMENT
ONLY $49
People practice karate for many different reasons, some practice karate for self defense, some practice for fitness, some practice for health and well being and many practice for all the above.
You have to find your own way and after a short period of karate training, you will know your path. Be that kata (my favourite) or kumite (sparring).
I have always been a bit of a renegade, some sensei say you must train like this or like that, but as i get older i now say, if you don’t like it do not do it. This way people find their way in karate.
Some people do not like fighting, so some sensei will say, but you must fight! I say NO! If someone doesn’t want to fight, then they do not have to and who’s to say they will not fight in the future.
I do not believe in my way or the high way attitude that some sensei have. We all know how important sparring is, but if someone doesn’t want to spar, that shouldn’t mean they cannot practice karate.
So you see, it’s all down to the individual and with the internet and technology today, anyone can learn karate at home and become very skilled in the fascinating ancient art of karate.
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"As the creator of this transformative Shotokan karate course, I invite you to embark on a journey that transcends the physical and reaches deep into the essence of self-discovery. The next six months will not only shape your martial arts prowess but also empower you with unwavering confidence and mental resilience. I've poured my decades of experience into crafting a program that is easy to understand yet intricately detailed, ensuring that every session leaves you inspired and equipped with the skills of a true martial artist. Don't miss the opportunity to redefine your limits and embrace the indomitable spirit of Shotokan karate. Join us now, and let the journey begin. Oss!"
