Changing Schools/Teachers?
Original Poster: dscott
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 18-08-2004, 10:04
Orginal Post: dscott: I'm thinking of changing the place where I train. I would just like something different. I love my teacher and I he's definitely educated in the arts, but sometimes I feel he doesn't really know how to teach.
I'm asking this question to everyone but mainly people who teach. Do you feel offended or betrayed when someone leaves your school for another?
Post: bamboo:
Although I don't own the dojo, I do have what you would call my "own" students- Those that only attend my classes except for the advanced time with sensei.
My opinion is that you should change if you are not comfortable or are truly not getting anything from your teacher. That being said, I feel I should mention a few other points. Please note that these are not meant to question your motives as I don't know you, these are just my own experiences.
1. You just should be sure that your not just at a "plateau" in your learning. Often a student can be bored and needs some new stimulas, when this happens to myself, I train at another dojo for a class or three and then very much appreciate my own teacher afterwards. As well, these periods of stagnation can be the biggest obstacle in your MA career and if always avoided can mean never getting past that level.
2. If and when you do leave, be sure to do it amicably. Tell your teacher why as this can only help him/her to grow as a teacher and as a person. I have no problem when a student switches dojos, I only want to know why. Sometimes the truth can hurt but other times its nothing more than a simple difference in personality or needs.
3. Don't feel guilty about leaving. MAs are a very personal activity and you have to be true to yourself. :D
I hope this helps.
cheers,
-bamboo>
Post: zefff:
Im actually thinking about joining a highly regarded MMA school near me (thought I might as well before I get too old). I'd love to attend while keeping up WC but time might mean I have to choose. I wouldnt leave for ever though. The way I see it, I cant leave as that bit of learning will still be within me. Even my first Sifu/Guro still accepts me in his class after years of absence as I never really left or rather I didnt reject the validity of his MA, I just broadened my horizons.
I understand what your saying about teaching ability too. Ive come across a few but as Ive had A1 teaching before, everyone else is measured against it. Something I cant help. Just keep asking questions rather than accepting the lack of communication. In the end you will be respected for actively seeking knowledge asking the questions others are too afraid or embarressed to ask.
peace>
Post: dscott:
Another thing is one of the students. He's a friend of the teachers from back in the day and he's constantly trying to talk about the past. My teacher tries to keep going on with the class and he tries to ignore him but my teacher's so nice that he gets caught up talking. So my 2 hour class turns to 1 1/4 maybe 1 1/2. Plus we don't spar as much as I'd like to.>
Post: zefff:
Just say "now what were we doing again?" or "where were we upto...?" etc. I hate standing around like a pratt while people chat away. Thats usually where I look around for someone who is thinking same as me and game to carry on without the rest.
If you want to spar more, ask. If it aint gonna happen cos he is worried for his students or summat then at least you know where you stand.>
Post: dscott:
[quote="zefff" Thats usually where I look around for someone who is thinking same as me and game to carry on without the rest.
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I can't really do that because it's usually just the three of us. We have a small class that at most has 3 students plus the teacher.>
Post: zefff:
err....
well you could go into a corner and shadow box or do forms. If that makes you look ignorant then dont go into the corner, do it right there infront of them! Practise the motions of the technique or drill right there in there face as they chat. You'll soon distract them. Just dont stop moving and dont let yourself be distracted.
I myself am easily distracted (and a distraction) so I try to keep focused to make the most of my training time.
Good luck. Im sure if you exude seriousness in your will to train, your Sifu wont mind you being serious about how you spend your time, inside and outside of his classes.>
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