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This strategy works well, and I have used it in the past. When a student insists on misbehaving, sit him/her out, and then do something you know they don't want to miss out on. Remember, though, once they get back into class, try to give the same student some positive notes to walk out on, just so they know you are not just picking on them.

Sounds like you may have a minor cold, or some infection in your lungs. Go check with the doctor. Cold weather tends to bring around that kind of feeling.

That would be nice, too. Another enigma is the Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do and the Moo Duk Kwan Taekwondo branches. I have read a little inforamtion on that ordeal, and I am hoping to find more, so that I can write a little article on the subject.

Alright, now I know what you're talking about. I've always had trouble with that kick, and the only thing that has seemed to help has been relaxing my foot. Other than that, it's a bit akward. You could try doing the kick with the instep, which helps with the rotation of foot. I do it this way in sparring at times.

It seems like there really is no sure thing in MMA anymore. Parity is coming about, it seems. It is so much fun to watch, because it seems like anyone can step up and win.

Very interesting. He explains things very well. Those are the things that you can't get from reading books. I didn't watch the whole thing, but it looks very informative, from the section that I saw.

I agree with you here. It is a good thing to try to instill morals and ethics in people as martial artists, however, it cannot fall directly to us, and we should remember that it is very difficult to reshape an adult, who is so set in there ways.

Although I agree that breathing is an important component when performing any technique, stating that it is the only factor that develops speed in punching does not seem accurate. A muscles' ablilty to be fast is based off of the amount of fast twitch I and fast twitch II, or the presense of more slow twitch muscle fibers in the body. Working and developing these muscle fibers plays a major role in devolping speed.

In order to counter-act this response, you need to spend periods of time working without them. I have used dumbells to do punching combinations, much with the same results that these gloves would give, and it does not make my technique bad. You just have to remember to train without them, too, to let your body adapt and grow.

Hey man, those are kind of cool! I may have to look into a pair of those!

It sounds to me like there are some issues of control at your boyfriend's dojo. First of all, your boyfriend needs to take control. Second, some of the students need to learn some self-control. I hate to be the one to say this, but if nothing changes, the environment there will continue to get worse, not better.

Welcome to the forum, Knuckle Dragger! You make some good points. Well stated.

All good points here, and I would make sure to use a distraction, no matter what. Leg kick, slap the face, anything to loosen the grip, and take his mind off of the hand.

Well, its half-time, and the Chiefs lead 10-3. We'll see if they can keep it coming. Another great rivalry...the Broncos, invading Arrowhead; the Sea of Red! Derrick Johnson and Tony Gonzalez are back on the field tonight, so both will help out.

Your hand techniques look fast and sharp. The foot techniques are different from what I am used to doing, so I can't comment on them so much.

I agree with Kez, here. Your boyfriend should stand up for you. Ask him who runs the place, him, or the students. From my angle, it doesn't look promising. If I were him, and I saw my students acting like this, I would set them down and have a real heart-to-heart with them. Maybe even strip their belt for a week, hand them a white belt, and tell them to earn it back. That's just me, though.

This is why I think contracts are a good thing. The bonus for the instructor is that he doesn't have to be a bill collector, or worry about keeping track of who has paid and who hasn't. And as you mentioned, Rick, when you know the money is coming out, it motivates you to be a regular at class.

I am currently doing orientations for 3 new kids at our school. I started them Monday, and it just felt like I was having a hard time with them. I actually went home and told my wife that I thought I was losing my touch. I always felt like I could teach kids very well, and this time I didn't. Well, I had two of the kids in again on Wednesday, and it seemed like everything just clicked for me. I was getting ideas across to them, they were making visible improvements, and it just made me feel good; like I still can teach, you know!?! I thought I would share it with everyone. If you have something similar, share it with me!

It sounds to me like you need to put your foot down, with both the problem people, and your partner. If he won't listen, then leave. Let him deal with them. You can only get walked on so much. Welcome to the forums!

Great article, Heidi.

Great article, and great points. Thanks, Mike.

I agree with this concept as well. I don't feel that it is the responsibility of a fighting style to teach these things...I feel that this responsibility belongs to peers, parents, guardians, etc. The point I was making was in relation to a previous point about a style/art teaching culture or ideals, and I feel that in many activities one can receive such things as discipline, focus, etc. Ok, I'm trackin'

Your reasoning makes sense, Oldskoul. Like I mentioned earlier, its just a different route to take.

Wow, OldSkoul, you had some good ones there. When I was in the ATA, we had some instructors that would spar with no pads on. We had some pretty good contact at times, too. I'll admit, it wasn't full contact, but we had some good, solid contact. The guy you are speaking of had some bad misinformation. Unfortunately, it is hard to control the people who make statements like that. I am aware that the ATA has come under a lot of fire, and I can understand why. It is a big organization, and I don't think the quality of the instructors has been controlled very well.

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!