Since the grading and with demo practices underway, I have been encouraged to practice my 5 personal applications on different partners. I feel that my applications have improved greatly because of this due to a few factors.
In demonstrating and explaining a technique to someone new, I am forced to evaluate the intent of the move and the efficacy of it. I found new ways to execute the same technique to produce a better result. Much like in writing, by verbalizing what I intend to do I find potential flaws or weak spots in my technique that I did not even realize were there. Teaching is the best way to learn.
New partners do not react the same way because they don't know exactly what to expect. Even after a few repetitions the reaction is still different. This is because of the fact that their bodies are not the same. Different heights, different ages, flexibility, injuries, etc. No two people are exactly alike and it really shows in how they react.
It also forced me to slow down, something that I need to work on across the board in terms of my kung fu, perhaps with everything in general. By slowing down, I can make better use of my eye for detail, further finding pros and cons. Digging deeper into what I am doing and why.
The Christmas break has begun and this will hopefully give me time to practice more and reflect on this. Have a great Christmas everyone, enjoy the time with your loved ones!
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