“At the world level, with the spreading Covid-19 pandemic, we are in a situation in which many have to refrain from going out. I think many will spend more time practicing at home. Taking advantage of the characteristics of karate that are that anyone can practice anytime, anywhere and even alone, let’s do our best.” (End quote) – Taira Yoshitaka 10th dan Matsubayashi Shorin-ryu
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You think training once a week is enough? IT ISN’T!
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Training at home will remarkably help you to improve your skills.
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If you really want to take your Karate to the next level, it’s imperative that you train at home, EVERY DAY. Karate training at home is excellent because it’s not always possible to go to the dojo every day, and when you exercise at home, it allows you to train differently than you do at the dojo.
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At home, you can work for as long as you want on a specific punch, kick, or kata, improve your body conditioning – you can basically work on anything that you feel you need to improve.
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Repetition at home is a great way to build that muscle memory that is required to physically perform the techniques making them much easier to remember when you get back to the dojo.
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You should always practice outside the dojo. Reinforce the techniques, drills and kata you have been shown by your instructor. There are so many things you can do. There is so much to learn and remember. Without outside practice reaching the pinnacle of your karate practice may never be possible.
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Training in the dojo alone is never enough. You must train outside of the dojo too. One of the most important things you can do is to create a training habit. Motivation comes and goes, but a habit will remain with you. Pick a time of day that works for you……… Make it a habit.
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You want to get better at Karate? Train every day…… train at home. 
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Quote from OKIC Okinawa.
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