Class schedule & Training structure recommendations
All the info you need to plan your training at the dojo.
Schedule and suggested training structure & frequency
Below you’ll find our recommendations for training depending on your goals. Each section has a short and long answer so if you just want the bullet point its there, However we have included detailed explanations as well in order to give our members the knowledge to make a well informed decision around their training schedule.
Of course these are general recommendations and may not be correct for everyone so we’d encourage all existing and perspective members to seek free advice from one of the instructors to allow you to personalise you’re training schedule to your goals
Schedule
Sunday
LV1 10am-11am
LV2 11am-12am
Monday
LV1 6pm-7pm
Adults only 7pm-8pm
Tuesday
LV1 6pm-7pm
Kata Focus 7pm-8pm
Wednesday
LV1 6pm-7pm
LV2 7pm-8pm
Thursday
LV1 6pm-7pm
Kumite Focus 7pm-8pm
Adults/Open Mat 8pm-9pm
Friday No Classes
Saturday No Classes
Beginners
Children & Adults
Short Answer: two LV1 classes a week is perfect.
It is also possible to progress on one class per week but not recommended due to lack the lack of physical practice this causes.
Long answer & Explanation:
As a beginner you’re best option to pick is to train in two LV1 or equivalent classes per week. at this level developing coordination and proficiency in the basics is the most important step and therefore the LV1 classes will suit best. (it should be noted that for adult learners the classes marked as adult are suitable for beginners as well as advanced grades.
intermediate & above
Children & Adults
Short Answer: Twice per week with at least one of the classes being a LV2 class.
Training only one day a week at this level progression is possible but will almost certainly be considerably slower than the average student taking in two days a week of practice compared to one.
Long Answer & Explanation:
The average student should have intermediate level ability around yellow – green belt (7th-6th Kyu) although some develop faster than others especially with high training frequencies
At this stage members should prioritise LV2 classes to push their ability level higher. LV1 classes will still yield benefit but not nearly as much as with LV2. Furthermore at this level members should have just enough ability to start attending the specialised classes for either kata kumite or both.
The recommendation is to attend two or more LV2 classes a week or a combination of a LV2 class and a kata or kumite specialization class
This level of training should be an adequate minimum for intermediate and above students to continue to progress at a stable rate
Competitive/Advanced.
Short answer: as often as possible bare minimum to see improvements twice per week spread out over a multiple training days.
Explanation & long answer
At the advanced level (for the average person this equates to brown belt and above) its incredible important to maintain high training frequency in order for your body and mind to maintain and continue to build up your ability. the advanced level student is usually building towards a Dan (Black belt) grading or competing in competitions. where these are the goals its essential to keep regular training over at least two days a week in order to build to a level of proficiency that makes your karate effective.
