I do not like non/light contact schools. I do not care for schools that follow the latest fad. Instructors that learn only from videos/short seminars (that give instructors certs, lol) should be exposed as frauds. Same goes for those who try to be a "jack of all trades".
Teach what you know. Admit when you don't have the answers. Learn from those who do.
I have spent 30 years in tkd and 9 in bjj. Seen more than my fair share. All styles are different. Most have something to offer, even the ata. Their ma is lousy and most agree that a bb should not be earned in 18 months, but what a business model!
Light contact should only be for beginners, young children and seniors. We teach martial arts! Not knitting! They can get confidence from soccer and should be getting basic discipline at home. Non contact is for tai chi and tae bo/aerobics.
Ok, rant over. Don't honestly care if readers agree or disagree. My mind is firm on this matter.
Teach what you know. Admit when you don't have the answers. Learn from those who do.
I have spent 30 years in tkd and 9 in bjj. Seen more than my fair share. All styles are different. Most have something to offer, even the ata. Their ma is lousy and most agree that a bb should not be earned in 18 months, but what a business model!
Light contact should only be for beginners, young children and seniors. We teach martial arts! Not knitting! They can get confidence from soccer and should be getting basic discipline at home. Non contact is for tai chi and tae bo/aerobics.
Ok, rant over. Don't honestly care if readers agree or disagree. My mind is firm on this matter.