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Old 06-28-2000, 12:01 AM   #2
Chuck Clark
 
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I bow onto the mat and feel the group and it just comes. Obviously, some times it's better than others.

I try to always weave things into some sort of "theme" each class so it has a cohesive sense to it. It's always pretty much intuitive though, unless I'm doing a seminar where I want to cover some specific topics. I make some broad notes and usually lose them....

I think apprentice instructors should almost be like a tape recorder playing tapes of their teacher until they've developed some authority of their own. I have my kenshusei work up sets of note cards on all major basics such as: ukemi, shisei, shintai, etc. Then basic exercises, kata, etc. Use these cards for reference while on the mat if necessary. Teach principles, not your favorite way to do a technique. Develop strong basic tools in the students so they can "find" their own favorite ways.

Sheesh!...I'm windy tonight!

Chuck Clark
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