FAQ

  • What is Good Fight?

    Good Fight is a modern karate school in Valencia built for adults and teens. We blend traditional karate mechanics with clear, calm instruction and a community that cares more about effort and kindness than ego. Training here is practical, movement-focused, and designed to help real people develop strength, confidence, and awareness without the macho attitude you find in some gyms.

  • Who are the classes for?

    Classes are designed for adults and teens, roughly age thirteen and up. Good Fight is a place for people who want training that feels meaningful, technical, and grounded. It works for complete beginners, people returning to martial arts after years away, and anyone who wants to feel stronger and more connected in their body without needing to prove anything.

  • Do I need to speak Spanish to join?

    No. Classes are taught primarily in clear English with simple Spanish terms added gradually. Instruction is visual and hands-on, with demonstrations, slow breakdowns, and movement-based learning that doesn’t rely on long speeches. Many students will be expats or bilingual locals, so you will not be alone. If you can follow movement and ask questions, you’ll be fine.

  • Is this a traditional dojo?

    Not in the old-school sense. We respect the roots of karate, but we don’t run on rigid hierarchy or formal ritual. We bow out of respect, not fear. Classes focus on clean mechanics, awareness, posture, and calm training for real people. It’s traditional where it’s useful and modern where it isn’t. Think structured, focused training without the stiffness.

  • Is this a fight gym?

    No. We train hard and seriously, but we are not a place for brawling or proving how tough you are. Good Fight is built for people who want real striking and self-defense skills taught in a respectful, intelligent environment. The training is athletic and satisfying without chaos or aggression.

  • What’s the difference between Karate Flow and Karate Core?

    Karate Flow is the calm, technical, movement-focused class. It works on posture, balance, stances, and smooth traditional patterns adapted for real adult bodies. It moves slowly, clearly, and with little to no contact, making it perfect for beginners or anyone who wants a grounded, intelligent practice. Karate Core is the applied side of the training. It includes striking mechanics, padwork, footwork, timing, and partner drills with controlled contact. It’s athletic, practical, and modern, designed for adults and teens who want real skills and confidence without the fight-gym vibe. Most students eventually do both.

  • What does “applied karate and self-defense” mean here?

    Applied karate means we care about how things work with another person, not just how they look in the air. Our approach is influenced by Machida-style timing, distance, posture, and decision-making. In practice, that means hitting pads with clean mechanics, understanding angles and distance, learning simple and realistic self-defense flows, and pressure-testing ideas in controlled drills. It’s practical, calm, and grounded in real movement—not fantasy scenarios.

  • Is there sparring?

    Yes, but only for students who want it and only when they’re ready. Sparring is always supervised, controlled, and introduced slowly. It focuses on timing, distance, and composure—not domination or “winning.” Stress testing your karate can be valuable, but it should never feel unsafe or pressured. Plenty of students train seriously without ever sparring, and that’s completely fine.

  • Do you use belts? Will there be testing?

    Yes. We use belts as a way to recognize consistent practice, understanding of movement, and calm under light pressure. Testing is low-stress and built into training when someone is genuinely ready. It’s not a performance day and there’s no pressure to chase rank. Belts support your practice—they don’t define it.

  • Do I need a uniform?

    Not at first. You can start in comfortable athletic clothing such as a t-shirt and shorts or leggings. Over time, we’ll introduce a modern training uniform inspired by a karate gi but adapted for Valencia’s weather and adult training (short sleeves, shorter pants, lighter fabric). Wearing it will be encouraged for community and consistency, but it will never be required to begin.

  • I’m older, out of shape, or dealing with injuries. Can I still train?

    Yes. Good Fight is built for real adults with real bodies. Classes are paced intelligently, with respect for knees, backs, shoulders, and histories of injuries. The focus is on alignment, posture, mechanics, and calm progress. You’re never expected to keep up with anyone except yourself. You can work hard and still protect your body.

  • Is this good cross-training for BJJ or other martial arts?

    Absolutely. If you train BJJ, wrestling, Muay Thai, or similar arts, this gives you better stand-up timing, cleaner striking mechanics, better posture, and more awareness on the feet before clinch or ground. Our training is designed to complement other martial arts, not replace them.

  • Will beginners fit in easily?

    Yes. Most people who join are beginners or people returning after years away. Classes start from the absolute basics—how to stand, how to move, how to breathe, how to hit pads safely, and how to work with a partner without feeling lost. You won’t be thrown in over your head. You’ll be guided clearly and calmly.

  • Can I try a class before committing?

    Yes. We offer trial options so you can experience the training, meet the community, and see if the atmosphere fits you. No one should feel locked into a long commitment before they’ve had a chance to move with us.

  • What kind of people train at Good Fight?

    People who want to train hard without drama, be kind while being challenged, and learn something real—not just burn calories. Students tend to be a mix of expats, locals, creatives, professionals, parents, and people who simply want a healthier, more grounded way to move through life. If you show up with curiosity and effort, you’ll fit in here.