Most of our class activities can be categorized in one of the following three areas: |
| Sparring Simulated fighting techniques whereby two or more adversaries dual in order to provide practical application of martial arts techniques learned in class. The end result being the self-satisfaction and peace of mind of meeting the challenge, facing the enemy, and performing to the best of the student's ability without having to prove who is the “better person”. Forms Forms are the essence (the art) of all martial arts. Also known widely in the martial arts world by the Japanese term “kata”, forms are prearranged or patterns of movement simulating fighting against one or more armed or unarmed opponents to develop fluidity of movement and expansion of knowledge of techniques. Forms are to be used as an additional training method, a self-improvement exercise, to develop the indomitable spirit, and for the overall development of the mind and body. Self Defense Pre-arranged and impromptu methods are used. Pre-arranged self- defense techniques are similar to forms in that the student performs a specific pattern of movement in order to defend against a pre- determined offensive strike. Impromptu self-defense requires the student to defend against an unknown strike and to perform an instinctive self-defense counter based on their martial arts training. The student normally practices with an instructor or with another student although the student can practice both methods solo. |