Hi Terri Middle-aged novices of the world unite! I've been training for about four months and really enjoy it. Some of the moves involve muscle flexibility I just don't have any more at age 42 so it can be a struggle! SAMA Karate is based on Wado Ryu which appears to be enjoying something of a resurgence. I recently passed my first grading for a red belt - it doesn't mean I'm any good but it does make a real difference mentally now I'm not the only white belt in the group! Hope your progress is swift and enjoyable - maybe one day you will shatter the windows with your kiai!
