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Originally Posted by DRW0392
Whats up fight-fans/fighters? I'm new to the fight scene and need some advice. I want to learn to fight but don't know what style, I talked to Chris Carter, from K1- I think, and his trainer Gene, and became interested. I think that is the style/type of fighting that I am intersted in learning.
If any one has any advice, such as recomended fighting styles, training regimen, shops, equipment, etc. it would be greatly appreciated!!!
Personal Info:
Sex: Male
Height: 5' 10''
Weight: 150lbs
Fight experience: none
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Dude, youre already on the right path. Hook up with that Carter dude. First off because he's already a pro and likely to have other pros come in from all around different fighting styles with him, so the diversity in training (which IMO is the key) is crucial especially when you're starting out.
But if you're not comfortable with him, shop around. Beware of the gyms that claim "Their way is the only way cause Blah Blah Blah", they're rip off artists. And will simply take your $$ without ever caring about whether or not you improve.
The gym I found was unique in that a top student under JJ Machado was running it, but he had amateur and pro kickboxers, MMA fighters etc from all around the San Jose area and northern CA, come in to train frequently. So the atmosphere for exchanging knowledge is insane and brings a good team concept to the place where each individual member whether a fighter or not is welcome just as long as they dont have an attitude and are willing to get in there and get dirty.
GOod luck, sounds like you're already on the right path my friend.