Q&A for How to Learn Kung Fu Yourself

There's no right answer for this question. All styles are very different and it's a matter of personal preference and appeal. Watch a lot of videos online to try and find what style matches you.

Yes, you can, as there are a lot of tutorials on the internet. Of course, you can also buy or watch online classes to learn on your own pace with a teacher.

Yes. If you get in a fight,you will be able to defend yourself. If you do not feel safe around your classmates though, consider talking to a parent or teacher for other ways to deal with the situation.

Of course. It may be practiced by any age group of people who are physically fine.

Kung Fu is a great method of defense, but it is also a good practice for staying in shape and getting exercise.

Of course. However, kung fu is not for wars but it is for making peace. If some person is trying to hurt you, then you can defend yourself with the help of kung fu.

Yes, many teenagers learn Kung Fu.

Do a search on "kung fu tutorial" on YouTube, this will provide you with a number of instructional videos to help you learn.

Don't just try it stretching and working your way up to it first, you could hurt yourself. First, you should do stretching and exercises for one or two weeks and then slowly try going for 180 degrees, just a little bit at a time. If you feel uncomfortable, then do stretching for another week and try again.

Build your reflexives first. Look straight into the opponent's eyes. If you have practiced enough of reflexive and Kung Fu training, the rest will be done by your body and mind.

Only use Kung Fu in a safe space, like during your lessons, or in self defense. If you hurt someone, apologize and look for ways to avoid it in the future.

This can be achieved by improving your stamina and physical strength through exercise and a lot of practice.

Try to keep your body weight evenly distributed. Keep your weight centered. When flipping, keep your shoulders aligned with your abdomen.

Check out "Training Methods of 72 Arts of Shaolin" by Jin Jing Zhong.

Don't attack vital spots like the neck and heart areas to avoid killing. Don't use real weapons in initial training use fake ones. Practice little by little and step by step. Don't rush to learn professional skills, start with the basics to avoid injuring yourself.

Check out YouTube for instructional Kung Fu videos. If you like one in particular, ask if they have a more extensive lesson that you can purchase on DVD.

Yes, but don't hurt anyone.

There is no age limit or restriction to learning Kung Fu. If you want to learn, don't let your age stop you.

With a side block. Also, remember when blocking to always step to the side of the opposing attack so that if your block fails, you are still out of the way.

Yes. Any physical movement involves the muscles, which will strengthen them over time.

With a lot of exercise and practice.

No. Kung fu is something that can only be taught in a class setting.

Kung Fu makes person healthier. You can incorporate other exercise routines along with yoga and Kung Fu to maximize your training.

Yes. See the wikiHow article on creating a fighting style for details.

Absolutely! In fact, there is a woman at my dojo who is in her 80's, and she started about a year ago.

Yes, but you should only use your skills in self-defense, not to injure others in a show of strength.

Kung Fu is in your mind and in your heart. You do not need any tools to learn the basics, the tools are only to get advanced skills. In 6 Dragons Kung Fu, we build 90% of what is needed with recycled materials.

Yes, I had a 6-year-old student, he is 8 years old now and very advanced. You can do almost everything, but avoid dangerous exercises (like with weights, etc.).

No, never. Revenge always causes unbalance.

Yes, you can make yourself strong, but do stretching for higher kicks and practice.