Is Karate Expensive? (Complete Karate Cost Overview)

Martial arts can be expensive. After all, it’s often not just the monthly cost. There’s registration, uniform, testing fees, equipment fees, and more. But is Karate expensive? Here’s what I know from doing it: Karate does not have to be expensive. On average, Karate schools charge $100 per month for tuition. Often, registration is a … Read more

Can I Use a Judo Gi for Karate?

The uniforms used for Karate and Judo are similar, but if you used to do Judo and now want to train in Karate, you’ve probably wondered, can I use a Judo Gi for Karate? Here’s what I discovered: A Judo Gi cannot be used for Karate because they differ. Karate Gis are lighter and looser-fitting, … Read more

Krav Maga vs. Kenpō for Self-Defense: Which Is Better?

Kenpō Karate, sometimes called Kempo, is a classic form of Japanese Karate that offers many benefits. Krav Maga, on the other hand, is actually designed for down and dirty self-defense. So I wondered: Krav Maga vs. Kenpō for self-defense: which is better? Kenpō Karate is lethal. It’s a style or extension of Karate. As such, … Read more

Karate vs. Kickboxing for Self-Defense: Which Is Better?

We all see awesome kicks in martial arts movies. But we also see cool Karate moves too. But what works better if you get attacked? Let’s explore Karate vs. Kickboxing for self-defense. Here’s what I know from training with black belts in both: Kickboxing works better than Karate in a pure self-defense situation. It’s a … Read more