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Post by GrapplersGuildKs on Mar 5, 2006 10:51:25 GMT -5
Along with my Jiu-Jitsu endeavors, I also train in Shaolin Kempo under a close friend of mine who is a 3rd Dan under Fred Villari. As I was in cla*s the other night, I was reflecting on the differences between his cla*ses and mine. I noticed that in Kempo, we spend alot of time working on techniques and movements in the air, and not on another human being. I find it difficult to grasp a new technique by doing a Kata, or defense unless it is hands on. I also realized that In comparison, I have alot more combat experience as opposed to the higher ranking Kempo students I train with. Sensei Large has utilized my experience and training in cla*s to teach Throws, Joint Locks, and Grappling. We do this as a supplement to the Kempo, and as something fun for the students. (Though no one wants to pair up with me... I have come to realize that alot of Martial Arts spend alot of time training in things that have nothing to do with actual hands on combat. Alot of these traditional styles condemn more modern methods of learning, and really oppose video training and testing. I believe that it can be done in non traditional ways, as long as you are working with another live training partner. My 2 cents worth.... Be Safe! JWB
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Post by Vince on Mar 12, 2006 10:41:49 GMT -5
Good post JWB. Alot of truth in it. Alot of people get stuck in what they do and just close their minds to anything else. Oh well... there are enough people interested in learning and growing that I don't have time to worry about the closed minded ones.
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