Progress depends heavily on what you want to achieve. Generally speaking, after one year of consistent, focused training, you will develop strong striking power, solid discipline, and the skills to defend yourself in most unarmed situations. However, regular attendance and focused effort are essential.

While some programs claim to teach self-defense in a matter of weeks—comparing it to learning to swim—the reality is much more complex. A violent street confrontation brings unpredictable variables, overwhelming fear, size differences, and genuine danger that a quick course simply cannot replicate. Preparing yourself to survive a real threat is not like swimming in a calm pool; it is like trying to swim down white-water rapids. It demands realistic training, time, and dedication.