kenpo3631
Black Belt
I am under the impression that Mr. Parker only created the Blocking Set #1 (Star Block) and the Finger Set #1. Also, I have heard that the other sets were not created by Mr. Parker, he was only minimally aware of their content. I have been told that when he was asked to teach them here in New England, Mr. Parker selected a student who had learned the sets from other Kenpo Instructors and had him demonstrate the sets for the seminar class. Mr. Parker would then add his insights to the movements of these sets as the class learned them.
If this is true, why is it that everyone thinks that the Sets should be belt requirements? If the Star Block and the Finger Set #1 were the only original sets required, then why can't the others be left as exercises for the students to perfect their basics instead of requiring them to be tested on it.
I do however feel that Kicking Set One can be added to the list with Star Block and Finger Set #1.
What do you think?:asian:
If this is true, why is it that everyone thinks that the Sets should be belt requirements? If the Star Block and the Finger Set #1 were the only original sets required, then why can't the others be left as exercises for the students to perfect their basics instead of requiring them to be tested on it.
I do however feel that Kicking Set One can be added to the list with Star Block and Finger Set #1.
What do you think?:asian: