Looking for Martial Arts

[stormsdotter.livejournal.com]

I did some basic karate when I was a kid, and would like to get into it again. I know there are a lot of places that offer lessons in all sorts of marital arts, but I had a very bad experience with the one in Arlington Center.

To put it simply, I hate people yelling at me. Most martial arts teachers I've seen treat their students like a drill instructor chewing out new recruits, and I absolutely refuse to pay money to have someone scream at me.

Can anyone recommend a place to learn martial arts with polite, helpful instructors? I don't have much of a preference for the type of art, though I think Akido would be interesting. I am looking for some place on public transportation, preferably on the Red Line.

Do you have any suggestions? Thanks!

Comments

[joylewis.livejournal.com]

I believe that's Shobu Aikido. My boyfriend has been going there for almost two years after training at a couple of other Aikido dojos. He loves it and says it's the best training he's ever gotten.

http://www.shobu.org/

[oneagain.livejournal.com]

Yes, that does sound right. I have danced with the man who recommended them to me for a couple of years now (know him through dance) and from knowing him and seeing how he moves, I would trust his judgment as well.

[oneagain.livejournal.com]

Friend gave me the link. Here it is:

http://aikidotjboston.org/

Good luck!