Lyle Laizure

I agree there are those that are insecure with their ability and therefore do not wish their students to train with other instructors; whether they are in different or the same organization.

Sometimes however an instructor will tell their students don't practice here or there or with that instructor or person out of concern for his/her students because the instructor has experience with that individual and believes them to be unsafe, in technique, method, or moral influence.

Also, if an instructor has a new student with little to no experience it may be recommended or encouraged that the new student refrain from training at other schools/with other instructors so as to make it less confusing for the student laying that initial foundation. Too many cooks in the kitchen....

I have never forbade a student to practice with another school or teacher...I have made recommendations and make clear why my recommendation is what it is.