We are still out of our dojo thanks to COVID. Fortunately, there are other areas available within the Temple that hosts our dojo. We sometimes use an 800 sq ft double classroom, or the 1,200 sq ft buffet room, or outdoors on the patio. These are harder surfaces than our padded deck, making turns, pivots, kicks, stomps, etc more punishing on our feet. We wear shoes or sneakers, but even that affects our kata, timing, rhythm, and general movement.
Moving and pivoting on various floor surfaces can take a toll. Some members feel it in their feet, or ankles, or knees, or back. A few members felt achy side effects from COVID vaccines. We all learn to adjust our techniques, adapt to our difficulties, and apply our Karate to the best of our ability. That shows great attitude and spirit. Ganbatte! Osu!
