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Originally Posted by haran49
Speaking of martial arts, is it possible to begin a martial art in medical school and get to a decent level (i.e black belt) while still balancing one's academic affairs.
I say this because I started Ninjitsu and Wing Chun in my second year but was forced to give both up due to supervisions etc.
However, I do intend to take a gap year between pre-clinical school and clinical school and use it to study Wing Chun full time - assuming it's possible to take a gap year?
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Right, some things straight, a decent level in martial arts? If that is all your aiming for, a trophy black belt, then really, no, you wont get anywhere. Some of the oldest martial arts do not even bother with belts, they have white and black, after approx 5 years, you will be awarded you black belt, once you have learnt not only the techniques (which are mere repetitions), but the ideas, focuses, structure, history, theory and other nuaces that go with the martial arts. You need to apply yourself, take an hour every 2 days, sit down, watch a dvd on your style, maybe read an article on the net, or buy a magazine. Maybe practice a lock, or a throw, a punch or a stance. Find a club that offers more than one lesson a week, and go to however many you can - most clubs do student rates and its not that bad, plus people are very understanding when you mention 'Im studying medicine', most people (who are not idiots), will understand the work you have to do, and will make allowances. So, if you looking to learn a martial art, to learn some defence, improve your balance, flexibility and agility, and mayhaps get a better insight into yourself, then yes, you could easily be active in a martial during your time at Uni.
P.S. Yes, I think it is possible to take a gap year, but if your doing it just to take a break and do some martial arts, maybe its not worth it? Just my 2c.
P.P.S. Not a rant at you haran49, even tho reading it back it seems like it lol