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Two weeks into my training... By Bigwill - 09-10-2011 07:25 PM
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I began classes at a local Bujinkan dojo two weeks ago.
With my Taekwondo background, it's remarkable to me how some aspects of the training are second nature, while others are like trying to juggle on roller-skates.
I don't know the names of the techniques that I've been working on, but there is quite a bit of shifting involved with the techniques that I'm not quite used to.
It's clear to me that these techniques can be VERY effective IF (and only if) they become second nature. I believe I'm a good four or five years away from being able to employ taijutsu in a self-defense situation. But we'll see.
My instructor utilizes a curriculum, borrowed from his instructor. I'm told that's a rarity in the Bujinkan, but I appreciate it. It will help me to 'study' the techniques even when I'm not training. Moreover, it will give me a good gauge on where I am, and what I need to accomplish at each kyu level.
A special thanks to Chris Parker for suggesting the dojo. It's a good fit for me, and I wouldn't have found it without the assistance.
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I began classes at a local Bujinkan dojo two weeks ago.
With my Taekwondo background, it's remarkable to me how some aspects of the training are second nature, while others are like trying to juggle on roller-skates.
I don't know the names of the techniques that I've been working on, but there is quite a bit of shifting involved with the techniques that I'm not quite used to.
It's clear to me that these techniques can be VERY effective IF (and only if) they become second nature. I believe I'm a good four or five years away from being able to employ taijutsu in a self-defense situation. But we'll see.
My instructor utilizes a curriculum, borrowed from his instructor. I'm told that's a rarity in the Bujinkan, but I appreciate it. It will help me to 'study' the techniques even when I'm not training. Moreover, it will give me a good gauge on where I am, and what I need to accomplish at each kyu level.
A special thanks to Chris Parker for suggesting the dojo. It's a good fit for me, and I wouldn't have found it without the assistance.
Read More ... or click reply below.
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