KSW stylists

[Teiydo]

How often and for how long in each class do you practice your techniques that require a partner, specifically joint manipulation (Sorry, I forgot the technical Korean term for techniques)? Just trying to get a feel for the way other KSW schools run.

 

Thanks,

[SBN Doug]

During regular class in the week, about 30 minutes. Typically students only attend one techniques class a week.

 

I also have 2nd degree class on Saturday morning. And, if we work on techniques, it could be the entire hour.

[KSWDanMan]

we do about the same, we work our techniques for about 30min. Lately it's been a lot of technique. Along with what KSN Doug stated, usually 1 night a week. But lately its been working into form(Hyung) nights towards the end of class

[Teiydo]

Thanks, I just kind of wondered. Last night was the first time in two months that we have gone over technique practice and it lasted more than 15 minutes. Thanks again.

[PrideampPoise]

We have 3 classes per week, and probably work on techniques in two of them on average, for about about 15-20 minutes each.

 

I have to admit, it seems odd to me to not practice them at all for two months. I assume that means you didn't learn a new technique during that time? How often do you test?

[taiji fajin]

we normally spend about half a hour on techniques, sometimes a little less or more. However, we meet about three times a week (four for some in the class), and we practice that much each time.

[Teiydo]

I'm sorry, I didn't explain that a little better. In the past two months we have practiced techniques, but we only get about 10-15 minutes total per class and thats if we even practice techniques during the class. That has been my biggest problem is that I joined KSW to get a combination of joint locks and striking. This past Monday's class was the only class in two months that we actually spent the majority of the class working on techniques. I guess each instructor has his/her own way of running things. I don't see myself staying long at this school. Thanks for the responses.

[taiji fajin]

each class is taught differently. Mine focuses more on techniques than anything else (though techniques don't take up the majority of the class time, usually). Only one class in two months that focuses on techniques? I'm surprised, what else do you guys do? Maybe talk to your instructor about your interests.

[Nilla Ice]

I'm sorry, I didn't explain that a little better. In the past two months we have practiced techniques, but we only get about 10-15 minutes total per class and thats if we even practice techniques during the class. That has been my biggest problem is that I joined KSW to get a combination of joint locks and striking. This past Monday's class was the only class in two months that we actually spent the majority of the class working on techniques. I guess each instructor has his/her own way of running things. I don't see myself staying long at this school. Thanks for the responses.

 

KSW is very dynamic and has much more than just joint locking techniques. Group classes are molded to what the majority of the class needs as seen by the instructor.

 

I've lead classes that do not have hyung or soo practicing...just kicking/punching/falling/stance training/body conditioning/etc...

[PrideampPoise]

Ok, I get what you are saying Teiydo.

 

I agree with the following from Mr. Ice:

KSW is very dynamic and has much more than just joint locking techniques. Group classes are molded to what the majority of the class needs as seen by the instructor.

 

We have gone through periods where we spend more time on different aspects, depending on what our instructor sees as needing the most work. And there is so much... kicking, striking, falling, breathing/Ki, techniques, forms, sparring, weapons... Its hard to devote more than an average of 15-20 minutes per class on something. That's why practicing at home is so critical (not to say that you don't).

 

But Taiji had a good suggestion. Speak to your instructor and let him/her know that you don't feel you are getting enough practice on your techniques. They can take that into consideration when conducting the class, and they may be able to offer suggestions on how to get more practice, or even spend some time with you outside of the regular class.

 

KSW is one of those arts, however, that takes awhile before you really learn techniques that can be applied in practical situations. The first few sets are called "foundational" because they are meant to teach you certain movements as a base for learning the more practical application later.