Just joined in both MAP and Martial Arts!

Discussion in 'General Martial Arts Discussion' started by Hayzil, Jan 10, 2004.

  1. Hayzil

    Hayzil New Member

    Hey all! :)

    Well, I just joined MAP as well as the world of Martial Arts. I am 18 years old and have never had any MA experience except for one summer class of TKD and Karate (don't know which specific style) when I was 12. I am also overweight quite a bit but I'm trying not to let that stop me. :cool:

    Anyways, I am in California at the moment for college, although I am originally from Kuwait and I -really- want to study traditional Jiu-Jitsu or Aikijitsu. Unfortunately, due to the lack of studioes/dojos (I'm an hour south of LA), I might have to go with Karate and Aikido (Aikido was my third choice actually :D ) My main concern is that the place I'm going to try out will end up as a McDojo without me realizing it since I'm inexperienced.

    If any of you have suggestions or pointers I'd really appreciate it! I'd also appreciate it if you guys have any recommendations for a school around Riverside, California. Thanks!
     
  2. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    Hi Hayzil, welcome to the forums.

    Plenty of stuff to read that'll help you make an informed choice.

    Enjoy :D
     
  3. Anth

    Anth Daft. Supporter

    welcome to MAP Hayzil
     
  4. YODA

    YODA The Woofing Admin Supporter

    For the 2nd time today - Welcome to MAP Hayzil :D
     
  5. morphus

    morphus Doobrey

    Welcome to the MAP forum. Enjoy!
     
  6. surgingshark

    surgingshark Valued Member

    Welcome to MAP. Enjoy your stay!
     
  7. Loci

    Loci Valued Member

    welcome to MAP
     
  8. Greg-VT

    Greg-VT Peasant

    Hi Hayzil.

    Welcome the the planet. Have fun :).
     
  9. Grifter

    Grifter Edited by White Wizard

    Hello, welcome and goodluck
     
  10. teacher

    teacher Valued Member

    Hello Hayzil welcome to our playground.
    Sorry you dont have your first choice of art near you. I'd just say try to find a class you enjoy training in rather than worrying about wether it's a McDojo or not. In the years ahead other choices will open themselves up to you.
    I've seen people sit on their coach moaning that they cant do "such and such" instead of just getting out and doing something.
     
  11. Hayzil

    Hayzil New Member

    Hee hee, that's very true :D But I won't, it may not be my first choice, but it'll definitely be an experience! Going for my first sit-in session (just to watch) on Monday :)
     
  12. Protein

    Protein New Member

    Hi Hayzil!

    Welcome to MAP!

    Will you write about your experiences with the class? I think here are many people who can give you valuable advice.
     
  13. kez

    kez New Member

    Welcome 2 the wonderful, painful, yet wonderful world of MA!
     
  14. Serpico

    Serpico New Member

    Welcome, good to hear that you are starting MA, I hope that you find it as meaningful as I do.
     
  15. El Tejon

    El Tejon MAP'scrazyuncle

    Welcome, new friend.
     
  16. Ara

    Ara New Member

    hey hey hey :)
     
  17. cal_JJJ

    cal_JJJ New Member

    Welcome Hayzil,

    Good to have another member from Cal.:D
     
  18. Hayzil

    Hayzil New Member

    Thanks everyone for the great welcome! I'll definitely write about my experience, whether bad or good (hopefully the latter!)

    cal_JJJ, you're in California too? Awesome! Whereabouts? (Especially since you seem to know Jiu-Jitsu :D )
     
  19. Pacificshore

    Pacificshore Hit n RUN!

    From 1 west coaster to another, welcome :)
     
  20. Ghost Frog

    Ghost Frog New Member

    Greetings HayZil. Hope you enjoy your stay :)
     

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