ProjectJanus Posted September 19, 2004 Posted September 19, 2004 Hey guys. I have a test coming up in mid October. This will be my first belt test, I know the forms for my yellow belt, and my orange. I can't decide if I should double test or not. I asked the master for his oppinion and he said that I might be ready, but another orange belt said that he doesnt think that I am ready. The thing is, I never really liked that one person, so should I believe him, or go for my orange belt? Also, if I do test, I have to snuff out a candle with my sword, while sitting on my knees, do you have any tips to help me? There will always be the Jackie Chans and Jet Li's who will come along and dazzle us with their screen antics. But Bruce Lee was a seeker of knowledge, a true master of the fighting arts and philosophy.
AngelaG Posted September 19, 2004 Posted September 19, 2004 If your instructor thinks you are ready then listen to him (assuming you feel confident enough about your abilities). The other orange belt probably has a lot of self-interest at stake, rather than thinking about what is best for you. Tokonkai Karate-do Instructorhttp://www.karateresource.com Kata, Bunkai, Articles, Reviews, History, Uncovering the Myths, Discussion Forum
Shorin Ryuu Posted September 19, 2004 Posted September 19, 2004 As far as snuffing out the candle with your sword, don't even think about snuffing out the candle. That is just a side effect of doing the technique properly. If you focus on practicing your technique and you do it properly, then it will be snuffed out. This is an example of artificial difficulty added into the mental aspect rather than the physical aspect. Just do what you normally do (I assume this is a horizontal cut). If it is a vertical cut, then all I can say is really focus on control. Martial Arts Blog:http://bujutsublogger.blogspot.com/
Master Jules Posted September 20, 2004 Posted September 20, 2004 #1....who knows if youll be ready better....the orange belt, or the master ? #2....Shorin is correct....focus on your technique, NOT the candle.....and treat the sword like a whip Best of luck ~Master Jules......aka "The Sandman""I may be a trained killer......but Im really a nice guy"
ineluki Posted September 20, 2004 Posted September 20, 2004 I can't decide if I should double test or not. I asked the master for his oppinion and he said that I might be ready, but another orange belt said that he doesnt think that I am ready. Are you serious? You would take the advice of some low rank over your master's?
Master Jules Posted September 20, 2004 Posted September 20, 2004 Exxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxactly ~Master Jules......aka "The Sandman""I may be a trained killer......but Im really a nice guy"
Shane Posted September 21, 2004 Posted September 21, 2004 I'm going to agree with the others on this. You want to listen to the Instructor, there is alot of know it alls out there and most of them dont know much, so forget what the student is saying and listen to those who are trained to be a trainer!!!!! It takes alot more than just knowing a form or technique to be ready to teach forms and techniques. A True Martial Arts Instructor is more of a guide than anything, on your way to developing the warrior within yourself!!!!!
aefibird Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Listen to your instructor - he's the person with the experience and the "man who knows". Good luck for when you take your belt test! "Was it really worth it? Only time and death may ever tell..." The Beautiful South - The Rose of My CologneSheffield Steelers!
ProjectJanus Posted September 23, 2004 Author Posted September 23, 2004 Hey, thanks guys. I think now I will definatly go for it! There will always be the Jackie Chans and Jet Li's who will come along and dazzle us with their screen antics. But Bruce Lee was a seeker of knowledge, a true master of the fighting arts and philosophy.
Keezel Posted September 23, 2004 Posted September 23, 2004 Question: even if you try and fail - what have you lost? Maybe a testing fee - but if it were me, I would be happier if I tried and failed than if I hadn't even tried...b/c it would sit in the back of my mind and bug me.
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