With the new training schedule at the dojo, Monday nights for adults are pretty much an opportunity to practice on an open mat. If there is a surplus of instructors, you might be able to get a little private instruction. Last night I worked on Kanku Dai, and then I had a chance to practice my sparring. Our ranking brown belt was there and we geared up for some freestyle sparring. Thanks for the help, Gary! I needed the practice...I can't remember the last time I sparred as a part of class. I think I was pulled out of class to test the last time...or maybe to help with a lower belt's kata. I vaguely remember gearing up and not getting to spar at all that night.
Anyway, I know Gary was holding back, but my sparring skills are definitely improving. I was actually committing to moves and showing confidence. I feel like I do the same 3 or 4 moves over and over again (side kick, middle punch, backfist combo), but I guess if it occassionally lands I shouldn't worry too much about it, huh?
Weight Loss Goal
BBM Challenge
My challenge:
* 20 pushups every morning
* run kata at least 3 times a week
* pilates at least 3 times a week
2 comments:
You're welcome! It helps me too. Sorry you couldn't be there M/T this week. I won't be there tonight, so I'll probably forget every part of Kanku I've learned so far.
Sounds like you had a good class. I wish I felt as confident in sparring.:)
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