Newbie.

Hi all.
I'm new to self protection/defence/martial arts,I used to " lurk " on the other site and learnt lots of stuff,from all who posted there,many thanks.
I've never been to a self protection class,but I'm going to change that in the not too distant future.
A couple of questions,if I may,I'm 57 years young and not very fit,so I'm wondering,do you have to be super fit to attend said classes ?
How much do classes cost,or do they vary in price ?
I live in Hertfordshire and will be looking to hopefully find somewhere close to where I live,any advice will be much appreciated.
Thanks.

Hi Raymond and welcome

You are not to old at all fella nor too fat or unfit, self-protection is for everyone.


You will usually find a wide range of abilities, ages and fitness levels at most classes and everyone will be friendly. I would highly recomend an SDF club for quality, good people and sensible money. I am sure Dave Turton will have a club near you.

Good luck and let us know how you get on.

Cheers for the welcome Peter and thanks for your advice.
I've found a Gym in Watford ( New Spartan Gym )and they are starting a 6 week course/introduction for beginners in February/March,all ages and levels of fitness welcome.
Teaching amongst other things,Awareness,avoidence,pre-emption,power strikes and basic floorwork.
All for £45,sounds good to me.

Hello Raymond,welcome aboard.

Let us know how you get on with the course,and good luck with it!

Ade

Sounds good Raymond.

I'd love to hear how you get on.

Cheers Ade and Peter.
I've made contact with the Gym,sound a nice and friendly bunch,will let you know how it goes.

Hi Raymond,
Fitness can come with personal protection classes. It's not a requirement, or, shouldn't be. A concept driven system, with easy to learn techniques that can be used almost as reflex, coupled with movement that uses all the body, instead of one side for example, might be things to look for, .

wayne

Cheers Wayne,will take your words of wisdom on board.