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Like the title suggests, last night was pretty f-ing cool! My in-laws came over to watch the lads so I was able to make the beginners' class before going to the open class. It was good to get the extra mat-time!
My screen doesnt light up so I'm sitting here pointing a flashlight so I can just barely make things out so this will probably be short.
In the first class we worked on a (I think) seigan kirikaeshi initiating movement followed by kokyunage. This was taijutsu and I had a real hard time not trying to muscle uke in that initial "kirikaeshi" movement. The transitions afterward felt relatively good, though.
In the open class I felt like I had a small breakthrough with how to move with my feet to improve overall body integrity. I'm so tight in my shoulders and upper body it's hard just to maintain a fluid connection, so one of my sempai told me to focus more on "being in my feet and legs" to help get me out of my shoulders and upper body. Instantly the movements felt a little more free and my upper body less tight/tired.
All in all it was great fun: I got to train with some seriously great people and, while I was definately exhausted, I felt wonderful. Truly a great time; looking forward to more! It's nice to feel so motivated.
Matt
04-06-2012 05:02 PM 