To mj,
My training outside the dojo has
always been under the instruction of at least a 1st Dan, or Kung Fu expert.
Yes it's true that when I was a teenager, I did try to teach myself Karate from a book, but that was pointless. I wouldn't recommend teaching yourself Martial Arts.
Just thought I'd clarify that for you.
Iain.
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