Karate

Karate

What Is Karate? Karate is a martial art in which people don't use weapons. The word karate means “ empty hand. "

Many people believe that karate began in the 1600s on an island between China and Japan. The people who lived on the island could not have weapons. They came up with karate as a way to defend themselves. Now, karate is popular all around the world.

The Gym Karate students train at a dojo, or gym. When they enter a dojo, they bow their heads to show good manners. The karate teacher is called a sensei. The sensei has many lessons to pass on. Students learn to listen to their sensei and follow the rules of the dojo.

Belts Students have to wear the right clothes before they start to train. In the dojo, they wear a special robe, or gi, with a colored belt around the waist. Students move on to different colored belts as they train and gain new skills. However, getting a new belt isn't just about learning new moves.

While students earn belts, they learn many good habits, such as self-control and patience. They can use these skills in other areas of their lives. The good habits students learn are just as important as the moves they practice.