John's Top Torbay Training Tips

Torbay is here!!!!

Tips for training

Always arrive at least 15 minutes before each session. Use that time to do your own warm up. If you do arrive late for a session (for reasons beyond your control I’m sure!!) Don’t be afraid to enter the dojo, simply assume the kneeling position at the side of the dojo and wait to be bowed in.

Always train with 100% effort, speed, and attitude. That way you’ll get the most out of each session. Remember you are representing your club!

Ladies – If you have an over enthusiastic sparring partner who insists on lack of control especially in the chest, tell them.

Never let your eyes wonder up to the balcony, unless you want to be singled out and told off! (especially when Sensei O'Neill is teaching)

Adults – Spend a few minutes stretching off at the end of each session to help your recovery.

Bring some medical tape – you will get blisters!!

Wear your Chest guard/box.

It’s up to you if you walk or drive to training. Walking takes 15 minutes. Watch out for the red mud, if it gets on your Gi it will never come off.

Try and get to know the other members in your group, look out for other Tekki members too.

It’s always been tradition to train ALL sessions. I will be, and I expect you to! If you complete the week it’s a great achievement. The only exception will be due to injury. Any sessions missed must be reported to Sensei.

On Thursday the course hosts a light hearted kata competition. This is for ALL kyu grades! It’s a great way to gain experience.

Take a bottle of water with you to each session, it can get very hot.

Turn mobile phones off. Do not wear jewellery. Keep nails short.

Try and eat something before the first session.

Don’t be afraid to put your hand up if you get a bit lost. Some combinations may be long, hard and not what you're used to. The secret is to just pay good attention.

Don’t go blaming me for any of your mistakes!!!

Lastly, enjoy it!


Sensei