Shotokai uses no type of protective equipment, other than absorbing material if actual striking is to be practiced on a person. Why don't beginners and intermediate students get to free spar? In Shotokai you will not free spar until you have had at least a years training (intensive). The reason behind this is the fact that techniques are very dangerous in the hands of uncontrolled beginners.

A broadband (high speed Internet) connection is required. This can be through a cable modem, or high speed services such as DSL or a local area network. A computer, adaptor, or specialized phone is required. Some VoIP services only work over your computer or a special VoIP phone, while other services allow you to use a traditional phone connected to a VoIP adapter. If you use your computer, you will need some software and an inexpensive microphone.

No. Any protective equipment that is needed will be provided by the club. As you progress in your training you may wish to purchase other training aids for use at home (eg. a punchbag) but that is entirely at your own discretion.

See the label for exact requirements. Generally, long pants ,long sleeves, footwear, gloves and eye wear are specified. The LABEL covers all usage information.

General backpacking equipment. For specific concerns like water, boots, etc. See other places on this FAQ. To see a sample, go to My Backpacking list at: www.posterityscloud.com/backpack/list.html, or, to see other peoples list, check out the Isle Royale National Park Web Ring at: www.isleroyale.info/mail.shtml. If you are new to backpacking, there are hundreds of sites on the web or, check out books at the bookstore.

No. A properly maintained system is perfectly safe to operate without any special protective clothing.

After hip replacement surgery, you will need a high toilet seat for about three months. We can arrange to have one delivered to you, or you may rent or borrow one. You will also be taught to use assistive devices to help you with lower body dressing and bathing. You may also benefit from a bath seat or grab bars in the bathroom, which can be discussed with your occupational therapist. Other equipment needs (with instructions for use) can be arranged by the Total Joint Care Coordinator.

You will need an 'HD Ready' television set or equivalent that has an increased picture resolution. Remember, some television sets on the market are offered as "HD Capable". While they are capable of displaying HD signal, they lack the HD tuner you will need to receive HD broadcast. If you have a "HD Capable TV, you will also need a decoder or set-top box to receive high-definition broadcasts.

List subscribers, other than those who receive the alerts to their computer e-mail, may receive the text message alerts to any wireless device capable of receiving SMS messages (Short Message Service - text messaging). All digital cell phones currently have the capability of receiving the PA-SitRep emergency alerts. For more information on SMS text messaging, please visit the following PA-SitRep web page: http://www.pa-sitrep.com/cell.

You need a wireless network radio, mount, and CAT5 cable. Our standard Mounting Equipment package included a 3 Ft. Tri-pod, a 10 Ft. Mast and up to 100 Ft. of cable for $35. Because of location and elevation, some installations will require alternative mounting equipment. For that reason we have alternative mast packages.

You will need a wireless modem and an indoor, attic, or outdoor antenna, depending on your location. This equipment will be provided at the time of installation. You may also wish to acquire a hardware firewall at your location and to create either a data wired or wireless in-home or in-office network. Alternatively, if you only wish to run one computer near where the wireless modem is located, that you can plug the modem directly into the Ether Net connector on your computer.

You'll need to have an available slot for an Ethernet card (NIC) on your desktop computer (if you're only using the one computer on your zNET Wireless connection), or an available port on your Ethernet hub (or switch or router) on your LAN if you're putting your network on the zNET Wireless connection. Generally if your computer supports an Ethernet card, it will also support the wireless internet access.