Quote: (06-23-2016 02:10 AM)Rawmeo Wrote:
Do you guys recommend learning a martial art in a dojo (group study), or with private instructor? I always felt like the dojo has a better atmosphere and you can meet some people there.
It depends on the instructor honestly.
If you need to learn for a specific self defense reason (i.e. a viable threat on your life or you may be going to work in a region that is known to be violent) then private instruction would be most beneficial to you over a shorter period of time.
Group study may be better if you're an outgoing person and like social interaction.
Its a great place to meet like minded people.
Certain styles maybe be extremely intimidating at the beginning so being able to relate to other new students is common.
The only issue is that you get comfortable and continue to train with students with similar skill or lower skill levels than you. You don't progress as fast as you could be.
I see it happen all the time.