The Karate Kid: Mr. Miyagi's Crazy Training Secrets Revealed

Remember when Daniel, from The Karate Kid, first encountered the crazy but awesome Mr. Miyagi? Everyone probably remembered him as the inspiring teacher that really helped to make that classic 1984 movie so much fun and inspiring! Daniel's story became even better in later releases, but there was no question - it's impossible to imagine this movie without the incredible Mr. Miyagi!

id="training-time"> Training Time:

You get to see a side of Mr. Miyagi that will capture your heart with these unconventional methods to teach Karate!

One of the first things he had Daniel do were tasks that seem to make no sense, especially for learning something as demanding as karate. The show goes on to reveal how these were more than just menial tasks but actually helped Daniel.

All in the name of learning the secrets of karate!

Also Read: Demetri Is Cobra Kai's Real Karate Kid: Why Season 6 Makes Him The Underdog Hero

Day 1- Waxing Miyagi's Cars:

The Karate Kid: Mr. Miyagi with chopsticks Image

The first day involved one basic, and very normal task, right? Daniel gets the task to wax Mr. Miyagi's cars. For someone like Mr. Miyagi who lived a simple life. It seemed like his garage had some amazing classics! You might think that Daniel was going to rebel! However, Mr. Miyagi, the amazing teacher had a brilliant plan. It's more than just teaching someone how to polish a car, the process was essential to understanding the basics of "karate!"

You see, it's really important to make a connection between everyday tasks and a skill.
The repeated motion, waxing these vehicles over and over. That would have been incredibly challenging!

These moves helped Daniel develop that incredible Muscle memory that proved very useful when Miyagi later tried to teach Daniel karate. The outward movements used when waxing, really helped to get his skills off to an incredible start!

You'll also remember this. As Mr. Miyagi tries to hit him, the young boy has those natural reflexes because he's been training and doing something as seemingly mundane as waxing cars. But these exercises were about the dedication of hard work. All of Mr. Miyagi's ideas were about dedication. They're about those tough times, giving an inspiring moment that really showcases this story.

Also Read: Cobra Kai Season 6's Big Twist Explains Mr. Miyagi's Tournament Hate

Day 2- Sanding the Wooden Floors:

Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso sanding the floors next to Pat Morita as Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid (1984) Image

Mr. Miyagi had some fantastic ways of getting Daniel to take in what was important. He didn't go for the easy way, Day Two involved getting on his hands and knees and sanding all those wooden floors.

You can't help but understand! That Daniel had no clue about how that would have any connection. What's so awesome about the "Karate Kid", the movies show just how important each lesson is!

You see, Daniel had those great moments where Mr. Miyagi took him aside to show just how vital those early exercises were,
the exercises gave him incredible protection.

This gave the movie the right vibe that audiences loved! The whole concept of teaching the lower body had these amazing moments of the floors getting all the care from Daniel who, after a while was so frustrated with how he couldn't quite get this process down. It became another amazing exercise that really took him out of his comfort zone, just to prove his dedication. The more challenging and less traditional the lesson, it was really essential for his future in karate! This is where the next lesson would have him become more motivated.

Also Read: Why Johnny Should've Stuck with Eagle Fang in Cobra Kai Season 6

Day 3- Painting a Fence

Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso painting a fence in The Karate Kid (1984) Image

If you're a fan of the movies, you won't forget how "The Karate Kid" brought in these really unique scenes. The series of exercises was truly awesome, a new scene where we see Daniel get frustrated about this new assignment to paint Mr. Miyagi's fence.

You see, this is how Daniel got frustrated to his limit.

The process, was, yet again, mundane and repetitive.
The lesson took more than just painting and used an up and down motion that is important in karate!
That is just what he was being trained in! All of Mr. Miyagi's methods were essential for him to not just develop his karate skills.

He got a new taste of karate! When it became the time for Mr. Miyagi, to reveal what this exercise taught. It was truly a masterclass and you get a real understanding of this. All the repeated movements that came up over the prior few days in this series had become something essential! They also taught Daniel's mind to be ready and that all the techniques really do connect! You really understand those emotions he has to work through.

Also Read: Cobra Kai Season 6: Could Kenny & Terry Silver Team Up for the Sekai Taikai?

Day 4- Painting Miyagi's House:

Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso painting the house of Mr. Miyagi in The Karate Kid (1984) Image

By this point, Mr. Miyagi knew how to make things even more engaging. As the scene starts you can feel that this movie takes us to a higher level of frustration as Daniel looks at his latest task, a bigger chore and one that is truly a bit more intense, "painting" his house!

Daniel had those moments when he wanted to just stop, his spirit broken. He realized what a terrible mistake he made thinking that Mr. Miyagi could possibly teach him.
But at this moment, this would make him realize! The amazing power of learning with these strange, bizarre methods. All the prior activities really set him on a whole new course for what his karate would become!
In the grand scheme, this last day became something essential! Not just for Daniel to become the "Karate Kid." But as a fan of these movies, they are so endearing! All of these events made a profound effect!

It's truly a powerful moment to realize the power of dedication and hard work!

As he gets into the latest lesson to complete Mr. Miyagi's task, "painting" his house he goes with a side-to-side motion in his technique! It looks like Daniel couldn't believe Mr. Miyagi would pull a stunt like that on him. But he managed to pull it off! This was a crazy lesson and something fans won't soon forget! And all the techniques. They all connected to bring out Daniel and Mr. Miyagi's amazing bond! This gave viewers one of the greatest, most iconic movies in film! What makes this whole training session really incredible, was that Mr. Miyagi was more than just an amazing instructor, he was able to create trust for Daniel. Even when he doubted him!

That makes a statement, too! About a classic like "The Karate Kid." A classic that goes down in history because of these compelling lessons that stand the test of time, a tale about patience, and that extra push to accomplish what everyone has the potential to do. We even get to see the continued impact of Mr. Miyagi's teachings. Those moments, we have Cobra Kai and this newest series gives fans something that will truly keep them watching.

The Karate Kid: Mr. Miyagi's Crazy Training Secrets Revealed

Day 1- Waxing Miyagi's Cars:

Day 2- Sanding the Wooden Floors:

Day 3- Painting a Fence

Day 4- Painting Miyagi's House:

Related Articles