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1. Come up with a specific plan for your student. 2. Discuss with mom and dad before class and outline the problem as you see it. 3. Implement plan with consistency and support from parents. 4. Kid behaves, everyone wins or you boot him/her. At least you gave the child and parent a fair shake. Either way, I'm sure your other students and parents will appreciate your efforts.

Sure they have ritual (I can only speak to wrestling), but probably not in the text that you may be speaking of. Many well known wrestling programs are built on tradition and ritual (Dan Gable comes to mind), with principles of integrity and hard work as core beliefs (I'm sure these are ancient beliefs). Rituals are more individualized to the programs, coaches, or athletes themselves. I will admit that comparing these to MA, it is apples to oranges. Thanks for responding. Your point is well taken and I really do know what you mean.

Thanks for the explanation.

Good insight...I guess when you boil it down, there is nothing really original about any style as it has all been passed down and is constantly evolving. The originality can be made by how you incorporate and personalize it. The art or style is really what you make of it. How much of a degree? This very detail has probably been the reason for many a disagreement in the MA community. Thanks for the responses. Any more thoughts?

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Interesting. You should do some more research before you pony up the dough.

A thread http://www.karateforums.com/viewtopic.php?p=156950#156950 in the general section lead me to pose the following question: What makes an art "modern"? Is it the date of its inception? Is it the degree that it doesn't follow past protocol? Just what is it? Can an art started in the 1950s still be traditional? What about the 1980s? Will the latest styles be considered traditional 100 years from now? I hear all this rant on tradition versus modern and I can't help to think that the arts that were started in the early and mid 1900s were probably considered "modern" by some of the "old school" at that time. Anyway, I thought that this would be a good topic to discuss so that we can straighten it all out (or at least hear some good discussion).

I think it has to do with supply and demand. If someone wants tradition they will seek it out and find someone to teach them. Schools that are not based on providing the consumer with what they want are destined for failure. What the consumer wants is the key and it varies from glorified babysitting to all out "old school" blood, sweat and tears training. Now here is a question. What is the date or other requirement that you would consider an art to be "modern"? I think I will start a new thread...

I have: 1 heavy bag 1 jump rope 2 pairs of good running shoes a few dumbells and sparring gear most important....a consistent routine.

It all really depends on the school and instructor. I have found a great kempo school where we really focus on much of which has been mentioned above. The multiple scenarios, linear and circular techniques, and my favorite, the controlling of an opponent from one stage to the next. The way most Kempo is practiced would lead some to believe that it is overkill (sometimes I joke that my partner just went from a misdemeanor to a felony). Really, it teaches you to control the situation, how to combine multiple techniques in case you need them (your opponent counters, you miss, or any number of things that can happen), and how to finish a fight to the most appropriate conclusion (escape, submission, immobolization, etc.) The philosophy has really helped me to "flow" from one technique to another putting together different combinations to use as the situation dictates.

Interesting post. MichiganTKD, what exactly is the difference between a "kwan" affiliated school and one that is not?

Is this a subtle pun? Good one. I'm not into getting hit just to condition by body to take a punch. I would not recommend starting a fight club either. (Sounds like a lawsuit waiting to happen.) You are much better off by training and sparring in a controlled (and insured) environment. I think you need to talk to your instructor about your request. If he is unwilling or unable to accomodate you, then move to a place that fits your needs.

and learn how to avoid conflicts. You may wan't to go on record and talk to a guidance counselor or your principal if you are getting "racially harrassed", that way if anything legally comes of it then you can point to the fact that you have alerted administration to the problem and have been working towards a solution. I'm sure your school district has policy relating to this. I always encourage high schoolers to take wrestling as a complement to their MA training. If you can't take wrestling when are you going to take MA? Whatever you do don't stop running. It can literally save your life. Good luck and keep us posted.

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The one thing that has helped me the most is running 2 or 3 times a week. I try to do 3-5 miles each time. My cardio improved drastically in a short time.

WW, This is why they say flying is safer..... I hate neck pain.....Although I can't compare, I can sleep funny and wake up with that "stiff neck" feeling that usually takes a few days to go away. I can't imagine how you feel. I hope you heal quickly.

You earned your belt and have been accepted so wear it. The requirements may have changed, but I'm sure that the requirements from my Bachelor's degree in 1988 have changed too. (I hope they don't ask for it back, then they would be a McUniversity??!! ) Be direct and polite. It will work out. I think that you may be guilty of thinking too much. I know it happens to me. One option would be to ask to be probationary and ask for a re-test in a year. Or you could do what others have done and not worry about it until you test for your nidan (a new goal could be looming!). I believe and hope that common sense will prevail. Good luck....

I've also heard that it is the ability to mess up more than one thing at a time! LOL Sounds like you are getting some good suggestions here. The ability to have a quiet and teachable mind can be sought through meditation. I like the idea of running/cardio training and stance work if you can physically handle it with your tendonitis. Something not too strenuous is to work on balance. Good luck.

Well, a good place to start is to tell us what is available in your vicinity. The UK is a pretty big place....

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I couldn't agree more with this point. I think that this thread has drawn some really good comments.

Probably when the terms "Postal" and "Road Rage" became everyday venacular.

Good post....

Doing the exercise that john13 described along with an ab routine will give you a solid "core" which is great for MA since so much depends on stances, posture, moving your center, and building power from the ground up.

Excellent point. This comes with maturity and experience. Somethings are not worth getting angry about and you learn to discern. The point is that there are choices out there when dealing with anger.