Karate Taekwondo
What’s the difference between Taekwondo and Karate?
They (the Taekwondo instructors) told me that Taekwondo uses a lot more kicks/legs/feet than punches/hands, while Karate uses more punches/hands than kicks/legs/feet…..
Karate and taekwondo are very similar in a lot of ways, but they do generally have some differences.
Karate is a Japanese/Okinawan art, and there are many styles that vary quite a bit. In most karate classes, you will get learn a mix of kicks and punches (roughly 50/50), and probably some grappling techniques.
Taekwondo is a Korean art. It is similar to karate, though the focus will be far more on kicking than punching, probably more like 90% kicking, 10% punching. Depending on the instructor, you will probably get some grappling training, though likely less than from a karate class.
In general, most karate classes will be more self-defense oriented, while taekwondo will usually be more sport-oriented. Taekwondo is an official Olympic sport, with well-defined rules oriented to safety. However some of these rules could tend to teach bad self defense habits. Both styles will likely give you great exercise, though taekwondo might burn a few more calories because of all the kicking.
Really though, the style is less important than the instructors. I would recommend you check out all the studios in your area, and at least sit in on a class or two from each. See how the instructor teaches, talk to some of the students, and check out the facility. Even better would be to see if they have an introductory offer, where you can take their class for a couple weeks to see if it is for you. Best of luck in your studies!
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