The best instructors are going to be those who are teaching for the right reasons, as is the case with any teacher. Personally, I teach because the martial arts made me who I am, and continue to play a big role in what defines me to this day. I love the martial arts, and respect…
Month: January 2010
Changes coming to class schedule
There is a possibility of some changes to the class schedule. We may be going from one day per week to two, then three, then possibly jumping up to five (with Friday and Sunday being off). I will post here as soon as I know that any changes are certain. The changes will begin in…
A Better Approach to Teaching Martial Arts
This post is in response to an email from an instructor wishing to know more about how teachers teach. Working in a public school, I have had the chance to study up close the methods used by some very effective teachers, and apply what I learn from them in my own classes. This is just…
The Karate Kid Movie
I am REALLY looking forward to this movie! When I first heard it was going to be redone, my thoughts were “why mess with a classic?” Then I heard Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith, and I started to become interested in the possibilities. This one could be really good!
Wallace Smedley 