SaiFightsMS Posted January 18, 2002 Share Posted January 18, 2002 I thought about asking this in general in general Karate and martial arts but I think it might fit better here. What are the traits of the best martial arts students? If you are a teacher what do you like to see in your students? What traits do you like to see in you classmates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted January 19, 2002 Share Posted January 19, 2002 Hmm Kindness the willingness to help others Determination Friendly attitude The motivation to train hard and not slack Honesty Courage Indomitable spirit JackCurrently 'off' from formal MA trainingKarateForums.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kicker Posted January 19, 2002 Share Posted January 19, 2002 well It would be they acually wanna be there learn something trying best not slaking off when you do your best it`s going to show. "If you watch the pros, You will learn something new" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobias_Reece Posted January 19, 2002 Share Posted January 19, 2002 I like to see my coaches correct students in a pleasant yet efficient manner. I also like politemess in my coaches and students. Moobrack, I think you remember a time where you clouted me round the head with a perfect mawashi. He responded in a polite way. C ya "You Are Never Given A Dream Without Also Being Given The Power To Make It True. You May Have To Work For It, However"Principal Kobudo Instructor & OwnerWest Yorkshire Kobudo Academy2nd Kyu (Matayoshi Okinawan Kobudo, IOKA UK) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joecooke007 Posted January 19, 2002 Share Posted January 19, 2002 Respect Determination Will Toughness (can be developed) If you have these traits you will be good for life. Boards don't hit back. -Bruce Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaiFightsMS Posted January 20, 2002 Author Share Posted January 20, 2002 Okay how about inquisitiveness. Do you like students to ask questions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joecooke007 Posted January 20, 2002 Share Posted January 20, 2002 Good point, SaiFight. It is very good when a student asks question because every once in a while you will learn something from them and they will get better quicker. Boards don't hit back. -Bruce Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobias_Reece Posted January 20, 2002 Share Posted January 20, 2002 Interesting question Sai I like it when students ask the odd question, possibly refering to stance or history/terminology. However, some students just ask questions to waste time, or just to annoy the instructor. Questions - a mixed blessing LOL C ya "You Are Never Given A Dream Without Also Being Given The Power To Make It True. You May Have To Work For It, However"Principal Kobudo Instructor & OwnerWest Yorkshire Kobudo Academy2nd Kyu (Matayoshi Okinawan Kobudo, IOKA UK) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KickChick Posted January 21, 2002 Share Posted January 21, 2002 All the previous traits suggested are all very good qualities for a martial arts student to possess ... actually for every human being to possess for that matter! But I have found ...be it an older student or a child, the number 1 trait to possess is perseverence. It is just too easy for people nowadays to throw in the towel. Everyone is looking for immmediate results in everything they do. I've seen it with parents of child students. If Johnny isn't Bruce Lee by end of month or more disciplined by taking his martial arts class then they take him out without letting him "persevere". Statistics show that fewer than five percent of students who join as a white belt actually make it to black belt. Why? Because they do not have the perseverance to give themselves a chance to achieve black belt. There are many demands on your time and the study of martial arts will compete with these demands. A word to the older student: "It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.-Confucius" _________________ ITF/TKD Black Belt (1st dan)/Fitness Kickboxing Instructor (KarateForums Sensei) [ This Message was edited by: KickChick on 2002-01-21 09:34 ] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three60roundhouse Posted January 21, 2002 Share Posted January 21, 2002 That they don't think they suck. If someone thinks that they are not a good fighter, they CAN'T remember their form - they can never be good until they have basic confidence and esteem. Fighting is not only in the physical aspect - it's also much in your head. 1st dan Tae Kwon DoYellow Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu16 Years OldGirls kick butt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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