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Old 09-15-2002, 06:14 PM   #70
Bruce Baker
Dojo: LBI Aikikai/LBI ,NJ
Location: Barnegaat, NJ
Join Date: Sep 2001
Posts: 893
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I see that there are many of you who have seen grading inadequeces.

I know that most teachers who review the innitiate who is testing with a particular set of requirements in mind. Even if some of the students do not see this, most good instructors will point out key things that instructors are looking for at the different test grades. The same goes for practice in different styles of Aikido. I could go on for a couple of pages, but then that would be telling tales out of class, wouldn't it ... and take away some of the magic of practice. So, take heart, eventually you will either find the fine details, or be instructed in them so you too can sit and critique the performance of others. Kindly and without being judgemental, of course. As far as instructors wearing white belts, maybe you should have more classes in street clothes ... this too levels the playing field and makes you aware of using Aikido in other dimensions than the dojo. Most of the teachers I know, enjoy teaching, but also enjoy being part of the class too.
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