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After deciding on a martial art and school, you are set to begin. But before we let you go, we have provided you with tips, principles, and basic training information to help you start your martial arts journey smoothly.
Do's
and Dont's for Beginners
The following are some guidelines to make your training more productive
and enjoyable. These will not only allow you to learn better, but also
improve the learning environment for others.
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Do
|
Don't
|
| Arrive to class promptly | Be late to class |
| Maintain good hygiene | Wear a dirty uniform |
| Bring necessary equipment to class | Forget to bring equipment |
| Follow school rules | Disobey school rules |
| Demonstrate self-control | Act overly aggressive |
| Ask questions and talk in a respectful manner | Interrupt class by talking out of turn |
| Remain humble | Show off |
Stick
To It!
Above all, it is imperative that you are committed to practicing martial
arts regularly; this is the only way that you will experience the benefits!
The following are five essential qualities that students should have in
order to train and learn at your fullest potential:
- Desire: Wanting to learn
to be good or improve is essential. You need to decide how high of a
level of expertise you aim to achieve.
- Effort: To progress at
any art you need to work hard and discipline yourself. You must train
in its various practices and skills, but without becoming obsessive
so that you unbalance other aspects of your life.
- Faith: Faith in yourself
to continue to train even after bad days or unproductive sessions. You
must also have faith in your instructor without being blind to his or
her failings.
- Humility: Maintain a certain
amount of perspective-there's always something left to learn and improved.
- Patience: Pace yourself in your efforts, allowing adequate time to learn a new discipline or technique. It's okay if you don't grasp a concept immediately; take your time.
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