8 point block question

[Darkranger85]

So, I attended my free first class of Goju Ryu Karate today.

It was a pretty light class and the Sensei invited me back for two more classes before deciding what to do.

She taught me 6 of the 8 point system. Head, outside, and inside.

I'm hoping someone can point me to a video so I can learn the rest for the next class.

I don't know if I described the blocks properly or enough, please let me know if I have not.

[JR 137]

Forget the videos; let the teacher teach you. That's what she's there for. A video can't see your faults, correct them, nor clarify/simplify anything. It's just there.

Also, what if you find a video, practice it, and get good at it, and then your teacher does it a different way? So much harder to undo techniques that to learn them from scratch in my experience. Videos are great to use as a reference for when you're stuck or to see different perspectives on things, but I don't think they're good for introducing new things unless absolutely necessary.

Just my opinions.

[sensei8]

Forget the videos; let the teacher teach you. That's what she's there for. A video can't see your faults, correct them, nor clarify/simplify anything. It's just there.

Also, what if you find a video, practice it, and get good at it, and then your teacher does it a different way? So much harder to undo techniques that to learn them from scratch in my experience. Videos are great to use as a reference for when you're stuck or to see different perspectives on things, but I don't think they're good for introducing new things unless absolutely necessary.

Just my opinions.

Solid post!!

[Darkranger85]

So, is there no way for me to put in extra work? To show initiative and such?

It was a first class and so she probably went easy on me, but I know I could have taken the whole 8 points.

I do understand and respect that there is no "Black belt in 30 days" plan. But at the same time, we all learn differently and I would like to maximize my results.

[Judodad_karateson]

Forget the videos; let the teacher teach you. That's what she's there for. A video can't see your faults, correct them, nor clarify/simplify anything. It's just there.

Also, what if you find a video, practice it, and get good at it, and then your teacher does it a different way? So much harder to undo techniques that to learn them from scratch in my experience. Videos are great to use as a reference for when you're stuck or to see different perspectives on things, but I don't think they're good for introducing new things unless absolutely necessary.

Just my opinions.

I love ya, JR, but I hate posts like this. The guy just wants to put in some research. He isn't looking to become a youtube-taught Martial Artist. Im sure he knows not ammount of video views can make up for real life masters.sjwoing you the rope. This is his first class, its a good idea for h8m to research what he learned, make sure he is getting high quality teacher.

[JR 137]

Forget the videos; let the teacher teach you. That's what she's there for. A video can't see your faults, correct them, nor clarify/simplify anything. It's just there.

Also, what if you find a video, practice it, and get good at it, and then your teacher does it a different way? So much harder to undo techniques that to learn them from scratch in my experience. Videos are great to use as a reference for when you're stuck or to see different perspectives on things, but I don't think they're good for introducing new things unless absolutely necessary.

Just my opinions.

I love ya, JR, but I hate posts like this. The guy just wants to put in some research. He isn't looking to become a youtube-taught Martial Artist. Im sure he knows not ammount of video views can make up for real life masters.sjwoing you the rope. This is his first class, its a good idea for h8m to research what he learned, make sure he is getting high quality teacher.

I can respect that. My point was don't get ahead of yourself and try to learn the next lesson before the teacher teaches it. Practice what you've learned.

I hope this doesn't derail the topic...

I hate it when I learn something new in the dojo and can't practice it at home. Too many times, I practiced what I thought I was taught, and come to find out I wasn't doing it right. Personally, if I practice something wrong 100 times, it'll take practicing it right at least 500 times to undo the mistake. Learning that lesson way too many times, I won't practice anything at home until I know I've got it completely memorized.

[Wastelander]

So, is there no way for me to put in extra work? To show initiative and such?

It was a first class and so she probably went easy on me, but I know I could have taken the whole 8 points.

I do understand and respect that there is no "Black belt in 30 days" plan. But at the same time, we all learn differently and I would like to maximize my results.

The best way to put in extra work and show initiative is to practice what you were taught in class at home, so that when you come back to class, you're better than when you left. Class is for learning new material, correcting mistakes, and working with partners. Improving on what you learned is for your own time

[Darkranger85]

It all makes sense. But a little frustrating.

I suppose that the way I should maximize my progress would be to talk to my sensei when I believe I can handle more than I'm being given.

I have another question that's off topic. Do you receive your white belt as soon as you join? Or do you have to learn a certain amount to earn it?

[Karate_John]

Generally speaking, You get your white-belt along with your first starter Karate GI.

[Bulltahr]

It all makes sense. But a little frustrating.

I suppose that the way I should maximize my progress would be to talk to my sensei when I believe I can handle more than I'm being given.

I have another question that's off topic. Do you receive your white belt as soon as you join? Or do you have to learn a certain amount to earn it?

Your Sensei should notice when you are ready for more, but if there are a lot of beginners he may want everyone to move forward to new things together.

White belts, in our dojo you start with no belt, just t shirt and track pants, maybe gi pants if you have them. If you pass your first grading then you become white belt 10th Kyu.