Thread: Discipline

Thats an interesting question. By nature I don't like disciplining adults, but then again, if you don't, they get lazy, talk and you can't bring out the best in them. If they are taking is lax and not respecting each other it can lead to serious injury or even death. They clearly aren't tired enough. Increase their workout. It will take the steam out of them. For kids, you can talk and teach about behavior, but most adults find it pretty demeaning. I don't talk to adult students about behavior unless they are an advanced student who I care about and give them advice I know they can handle and will make them stronger. Its definately a difficult balance. The best I can think of is to be consistant with the rules and lead by example. If I break the rules in class, I follow the same punishment as students. Push up etc. Make sure its not a clash of egos, but rather the discipline of the school helping everyone, yourself included.

Wow, didn't realize this was an older thread.
In my experience, usually the adults are pretty good. I mean, some joke around or whatever, but if I just kind've "keep going" with what I am saying or teaching, they usually get the point. Or I just work them out as has been already stated, harder. Teens and children I am strict with. I stop the small stuff from getting big. Talking, laughing, slacking, etc. Everyone is in the moment, in class, and nowhere else. No day dreaming either. However, I have never really had to discipline an adult. The ones who train with me usually WANT to train and learn, so they are there for a reason.

Originally Posted by Tant01

Students (regardless of age) need discipline. If the instructor is teaching (speaking or demonstrating) the students should have the courtesy to stop what they are doing and listen or observe.

Or not...

Absolutely, and as far as my case is concerned, all it takes is a look for them to catch themselves. Then I'm usually good to go for the rest of my class.

Also, I think it's important that the senior students set a good example. New people who join with the right attitude (i.e., who want to learn, fit in, have fun and be good training partners) will naturally look up to these students as role models. By always being attentive, respectful, etc., the senior students can really help set the appropriate tone.