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She's suicidal and you all are her last hope. How do you think she feels, knowing that her friends all ditched her? You may think you're grown up, but if you don't know to support a friend in need, you're still just a child. Talk to her about what's on her mind and how you can help her out of it. You were helped out of an abusive relationship, how would you have felt if your friends left you by yourself?

Ouch- that must hurt when you do sweeping or practice falls. We have a thin mat at my school. But the problem there is that if someone sweats a lot in one area and I move to a different spot then it's possible to slip- eeuuuw. Can you wear socks during class, or would that make you slide on the floor? They'd probably soak up the sweat.

It's a great movie when you're with a bunch of people watching it at home or something. I laughed hen I saw it with my friends, but seeing it by myself... nah. There's no one to joke around with. I hate it when the mean popular people at school got into it- in real life they'd be terribly mean to someone like Napolean so I hate it when they disrupt class with quotes.

I remember how nervous I was at my first class! Now I help out the newcomers in the adult class and almost all of them have that nervous "Am I making a fool out of myself?" face. Don't worry though. Everyone understands that you're new- they used to be in your shoes. Don't be afraid to ask questions or be worried when you don't do perfect on your first day. If you did everything perfectly they'd have to give you your black belt right away, ah? You don't sound like someone who'd actually do this but I figure I'll mention a few people who come in and say they are very skilled. They usually can't get through the warmup exercizes, and when we practice self-defense techniques they say, "Well I can do it if you stop messing me up!" or "This is stupid anyway". One lady bragged about how high she could kick and said there was no reason for her to stretch before class. She decided to show off during class and kicked her leg up as high as she could and suddenly winced in pain because she had pulled a muscle in her thigh or something. Basically, don't worry, don't brag, and stretch well before class!

I'm definitely going to see it- Jet Li's hot and the action looks great in the previews I've seen.

I never said asking student's to learn some terminology is asking too much. I'd like it if it was explained better at my school- or if we used it more often rather than learning it for no reason.Why does everyone here seem to think that just because a school doesn't do a lot of terminology the school's terrible? I do MA for physical as well as mental reasons. My teacher lectures us often and is a great role-model. I have been helping out with new students (for free-trial classes) and those that whine that it's boring to do the same technique over and over don't usually sign up for the actual class.

Get a crush on someone else outside of the dojo- then you can get your mind off him. You'll also do better in class if you're not focusing on him.

It's very hard to explain these techniques through text. I've learned atleast 12 or so by now, but I can't think of how to describe them. You should consider taking a real class. They're easier (Easier- not easy) to do when you see someone demonstrating for you. The best way to defend yourself is to run. A brick isn't a bad idea though. I'm not sure how well "submissive" techniques will work in real life situations. At my school, we have to practice these over and over until they become instinct. It's also better to practice at a school with someone because you have these moves performed on you to better understand the pain. Basic Rule: The reason these techniques hurt is because the wrist wasn't made to bend that way. A simple one I can think of at the moment is if someone grabs you, twist their arm behind their back and press the palm of the hand to the wrist, and keep a tight grasp on the elbow, while pushing both ends of the forearm together. Does that make any sense? Another technique:Chop to the pressure point near the elbow, twist the forearm towards the side of the body while keeping a firm hold on the attacker's hand. Twist it so that the pinky is going up to the armpit. Both of these have to be done quickly- the attacker's not just going to stand there, letting you screw up his wrist and arm. It also hurts the quicker and more precise the movement is. These may be useful for defending yourself- but I don't think you're allowed to do these at competitions. I don't think you would have learned these at Tae Kwon Do. Just out of curiosity, why do you want to know these techniques for defending yourself? There's a good chance you'll forget these the moment someone attacks you. A swift kick to the groin would suffice.

What's Cross fit? Sorry, I didn't want to start a new topic for just a simple question. I've gotta know when someone says it's the best!

You're not going to get much/any money from him whether you teach him or not. And it's not too much of a hassle to keep teaching him, is it?

Anything by Linkin Park. All of the songs on Hybrid Theory and Meteora you can probably relate to in some way. Most are screaming songs so you can have an intense workout along with stress release as well. Other good Cds: KoRn- Issues KoRn- Take A Look in The Mirror Slipknot- Vol. 3 (sorry can't remember full title) Some songs by Eminem are great. If you don't like those because they're too "hard" or something try: P.O.D.- Payable on Death ( You can yell when you kick at home without feeling weird because they're yelling the same way) Blink 182- Keeps a fast pace without being cursing- too much...

"Kid" ----- I'm assuming this is a teenager. I'm a teenager and have had a huge crush on one of my teachers for, oh, a year. But I can have more than one crush at a time. I can have a boyfriend and still obsess over him every once in awhile. I'm certainly not going to get involved with a man 3 times my age, nor am I going to expect him to treat me differently- that would be weird and I'd lose respect for him. What? What's wrong with him being interested in MA? Isn't that what you want? Maybe it has nothing to do with you. I don't see the problem here. Unless he's disrupting class or something don't mention it- it'll embarass him for no reason. Part of the reason I get crushes on instructors is because I'm impressed with their knowledge. Even so, I still remain focused in class. If it's an adult, and he comes on to you- tell him you're taken. He can handle it. Either way, crushes come and go.

I'm a really fast runner, I ran about a mile or two a day. At my first class the master kept on commenting on how strong my legs were. But my arm strength has never been too good. He kept on trying to get me to do atleast ONE real pushup. Now I can do twenty real pushups- but everyone else can do atleast 60. I need to concentrate on my arms more! I took ballet when I was younger- unfortunately that didn't make me any more flexible.

Never thought of it that way. You're a smart one... But it would still be much better to learn how to use the terms in a Korean sentence, rather than using English with Korean words tossed in. It just doesn't sound right, and I doubt people who speak other languages would understand too well. Unless someone randomly shouts out a word at a time,"CHARIOT!" And I'm not sure if we're pronouncing it right. My master's from Korea. But he rarely corrects any of us- except for when one of us is OBVIOUSLY wrong. (Example: One girl would finish up the class and say,"Face the flags CHARIOT, PYUNN YE PYUNYI YE!!" I guess he got tired of it and finally said,"It's Kook ki eh kyung ye" not sure if I spelled it right.) Of course, it's common to toss words of other languages in. -Sayonara -Deja Vu (Isn't that French or something?) -Mi casa su casa (spelled right?) etc.

You sure you need to learn another language for that? The English translation in my handbook just doesn't sound right. DAE CHON JI IN- Big or Good Heaven and Earth Person (Name of my form btw) I'm interested in Korean culture, but I'd rather actually learn the language and read about the country rather than trying to learn just fragments. I think my instructors used to enforce it much more, but dropped it somewhere along the way (which is why they need to update the handbook ). They originally spoke all in Korean, so how is this respecting a tradition: "Alright now we'll practice cha gi" Why chop up two languages in one sentence? Ok, I'll stop. Getting too pessimistic. Those of you who are required to learn it, how much do you learn? I'm beginning to wonder if the people who say how great it is have to learn the ENTIRE KOREAN LANGUAGE. Do your instructors enforce it, or do you learn by choice?

^What they all said^ The media has a huge effect on all of us. The adult BBs at my school never brag, because they know they're not even close to being "the best" My master often has to lecture the children BBs though- they don't quite understand. He says,"You think you're hot stuff? Pssh. Black Belt is just the beginning."

Because of my parents' schedule and our family budget I can only go once a week. In two years I can get a real job and have my driver's license though. Then I'd try to put in 2 or 3 times a week. Along with tournaments, and other school events that I sooooooooooooooooo want to go to but can't.

Maybe you're tugging your neck? I keep my hands on my neck, but just to keep them out of the way. You could try crossing your arms at your chest instead.

To find it funny, would you: -Have to of seen Shaolin soccer? (I don't know, it's just a lot of you are mentioning it) -Have to of seen a lot of MA movies? -Have to know MA? Not sure if I, or my friends who don't do MA would find it funny. No reason to waste time and money, right?

You could tell the parents that their child is not yet ready to be promoted, and that if the child practices regularly at home they may do better in class and be promoted sooner. Maybe they'd be happier at a place where you get promoted when you pay more money?

No, not sarcasm. They laugh whenever they spar and sometimes say,"Am I doing this right??? *giggle* etc. So I figured that maybe they're nervous or something. 6 or 4 years is a big difference! Maybe there is a boy or woman your size? I have to spar with different sizes and ages of people. It's a little irritating sometimes. I moved back to the beginner class (same school though) and now work with grown women in their 30s and 40s, but it's not too bad. Better than dealing with girls my age or getting the wind knocked out of me from a grown man. And it's true- teaching is a great learning experience. Now I don't know how I'm going to learn my Purple-belt form or self-defense though.

When I first started at my school, the class was instructed to breathe in 4 counts, out 4 counts through the nose after each class. It helped to calm my body down and I still use it to help me fall asleep at night. Concentrating on your breathing helps clear the mind. I try not to visualize anything, but someone else may have a better method. Hope this helps.

Are you required to use Korean terminology? How much? Do you believe it's important for schools to use it? Why? At my dojang (but we usually just say "studio") we're required to know how to count from 1-10, say words like "bow" "at ease" "at attention" . Even though the handbook has a lot of terms and phrases, we don't use Korean that often. Is there really any point for having to learn terminology- or is it just for show? Also, does anyone know what the word "hasa" or maybe it's "asa" means? I've heard my master say it a few times but am worried about asking- don't know if I'm supposed to know it. I don't think I am though because it sounds like a compliment, like "Cool!" or "Sweet!" Thanks!

Maybe one or two. Like the one where Lois was fighting that Feminist movement lady or something. What fights are you thinking of? I've never thought of it this way. Great comedic timing though

If you're 16 or 17, it won't be too difficult. If you're 14 or 15, it's only legal with a workers permit and VERY difficult to get hired. (These are the laws for VA anyway) During the summer you're chances are better because job listings will often say "Great for Students" and you can work longer hours. I'm 14 and the reason I'm able to get a part-time job is because of networking- my grandfather knows someone who owns a small store. Check the laws for your state to see if you need a workers permit. Try networking, and make sure you have references such as teachers, MA instructors, etc. Volunteering is a good way to get experience and references. You can also look into many careers that way. (Ex: Medical career- help out at hospital.)