Monday was the start of our second round with a new schedule (the second week of the month focuses on sparring drills). Sensei James, Enriqueta and Eric led the class in a quick review from last month and some details for "taking" techniques. The aggressive nature of competitive sparring requires one to initiate attack in a good spirit, with focus and solid technique. With partners, we used both lead- and chambered-hand taking and back-fist attacks. The evening concluded with 1-minute sparring practice. Everyone performed with great attitudes and ferocity.
Wednesday was more of Monday with the addition of a switch-stance in-place footwork. A couple quick 1-minute sparring rounds at the end allowed the students to put their new powers to the test.
Saturday was a fantastic class with 100% participation with our new basic training homework assignment. That meant that we could skip push-ups, sit-ups and other exercises so we could spend more time with sparring techniques and practice. Congratulations to all of our hard working students. Keep up the great work!
Sparring drills and footwork were reviewed. We need a lot of work in moving and moving light, with speed. Practice at home. Keep trying. You can do it.
Next week is self-defense. Don't miss it.
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