In virtually every class we teach, we encourage students of all age programs to practice. For our younger students, in class I sometimes get them to say the mantra: “practice is repeating”. As martial artists, we are called to relish in the journey and not be too hasty in reaching a destination. Practice is the way.
It is very important that you understand all the requirements associated with a brown or black sash grading, not the least of which is the number of formal classes you attend in a week.
Uniforms have been an important part of Kung Fu tradition all around the world for centuries. They show that you belong at our Kung Fu school, represent tradition and show respect.
We are quickly approaching autumn, which means that we can soon expect to see more rainy days and cooler weather. While many people see a rainy day as an opportunity to stay in and relax, I prefer to see it as an opportunity to get ahead.
At its core Kung Fu stems from an incredibly practical place, a need to defend oneself. It is important to remember that every movement we practice while training has some real-world application.
There is never an expectation for anyone to grade. If your child doesn’t feel they’re ready, there is no issue with them staying at their current rank and gaining more confidence in their techniques. So how do you know when your child is ready to grade?