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Old 06-14-2007, 11:12 AM   #14
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Re: Does having formal Sensei - Sempei - Kohei relationships attract more students?

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Peter Kaye wrote: View Post
...do you believe it is generally better to have a very formal, strict behavior expected between all students (and teacher) on the mat while training, with no talking during class, strict addressing of sensei (and not by their first name), followed by a relaxation of this behavior after class where occasionally it's ok to all go out for a beer with sensei and students? Or do you feel it is inappropriate for sensei to socialize with his/her students at all, or to keep this socialization to a minimum?
I believe it is generally better for the attitude and tone of the class to be an honest reflection of the personality and temperment of the person running the class.

Bronson

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