Working in Pairs

As part of our classes we often team up in pairs in order to work on application and understanding of the techniques taught. Without such direction, many sequences and movements can seem very abstract and the details of how techniques can subtly adapt when faced with a real situation may never be understood.

Training with others also allows the use of modern training techniques such as hitting pads to develop power and accuracy, sparring to develop on the spot reactions as well as allowing for grasping, locking and take down techniques. Altogether paired work develops judgement of distance as well as appreciation of dealing with a moving opponent, all factors applicable to self defence.