Awakenwired
Northern styles tend to have more of an emphasis on kicking and agile footwork. Southern styles will have lower, wider stances with more emphasis on hand techniques. Southern style kicking usually is aimed at lower targets and seldom go above the waist. Of course there are exceptions but this is a broad overview. As the saying goes, "northern kicks, southern fists". I recommend you visit as many schools as possible and see which one fits you the best. There all good. Good luck in your search!
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