History of the Martial Arts Uniform (Gi) |
If you look around at other schools that study martial arts -- you'll see all sorts of uniforms....blue, black, red, checkered, and most likely covered with writing and patches. In our dojo, students wear a traditional white gi (uniform). The gi is comprised of a jacket, pants, and belt. The heavy gi top holds up to modern day grappling and throwing techniques while the loose pants promote ease of movement. The belt is wrapped around the hips to hold the jacket in place. So why do why does our uniform look the way it does? Well, there are some pretty interesting practical (and hidden) reasons... |
What you should know before going to learn martial arts |
You need to choose a martial art to practice. It is a mandatory mental health and body. You want to find a martial for hyperactive children your vandalism. Your sister of depression, autism. Martial is appropriate for your son, your sister and yourself.
You would want a two things: both mental health and physical bravery again had little to defend themselves. That martial arts is not just about gaining strength, the recovery of body and spirit or self-defense. Aesthetic aspects, the social integration adaptability to the surrounding environment … and the very practical benefits of martial arts training. That’s not to mention Budo, that is the way to go to practice martial arts enlightenment. |