It’s all in the hands!
I’ve found the condition, the texture, the thickness, the shape all give you an idea of the level of the instructor (for hard styles).
I first realized this when I was introduced to the Shaolin Monks when they visited the UK to perform (I did some demos with them in south east london), each and every monk had calluses on their hands. I guess this was built up from tireless practise, palm striking, knuckle push ups and lots of external qi gong.
Now I know this has no implication with regards to the quality of forms or techniques but it does show the instructor to be dedicated to various aspects of his/her training (unless they have been working in construction for the last 10 years .... or on a farm).
I have observed the same hand ‘mods’ on boxers, Thai fighters and various other style teachers.
So the first thing you should do is run into your club grab you teachers hands ....... have a good look .......... apologise.......... and do some pushups!
I’ve found the condition, the texture, the thickness, the shape all give you an idea of the level of the instructor (for hard styles).
I first realized this when I was introduced to the Shaolin Monks when they visited the UK to perform (I did some demos with them in south east london), each and every monk had calluses on their hands. I guess this was built up from tireless practise, palm striking, knuckle push ups and lots of external qi gong.
Now I know this has no implication with regards to the quality of forms or techniques but it does show the instructor to be dedicated to various aspects of his/her training (unless they have been working in construction for the last 10 years .... or on a farm).
I have observed the same hand ‘mods’ on boxers, Thai fighters and various other style teachers.
So the first thing you should do is run into your club grab you teachers hands ....... have a good look .......... apologise.......... and do some pushups!
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