http://mrdmacleod.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] mrdmacleod.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] fandomhigh2006-01-09 11:16 pm
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Multi-Disciplinary Self Defense, 7th Period

Duncan stands at the front of the classroom. He looks much more serious than has been usual for gym class. He seems already stretched out and limber. Large mats have been lain out on the floor. Several punching bags have been added. A trunk in one corner holds padded safety gear, including helmets.

“Okay, first things first. I’ll read off the class roster, and you raise your hand when I say your name. Angel. Vala Mal Doran. James Ford. Susan Ivanova. Jack Harkness. Cameron Mitchell. Han Solo. Susan Sto Helit. Buffy Summers. Kara Thrace .”

After that is done, he stands at the front of the group. “I want you to take a look through the safety gear. Pick helmets and padding, both for close fighting and fencing. Also, a glove for you to trade off taking punches. Make sure these things fit. If they don’t, I’ll see about ordering new ones once we have you measured. Everybody needs these. I don’t care how good you are, make sure you have fitting ones.” He waits for everyone to choose their gear.

“These go in a locker. Within reasonable limits, I want you to care for your gear. If you need repairs, though, talk to me.”

"Attendance is required. You can't learn if you aren't here *regularly*. If you aren't going to be here, don't waste my time and yours. Detention will be assessed for every unexcused absence."

“For this class, we go a unit at a time, starting with hand to hand. We’ll do a bit of fencing later in the semester, and knife fighting, provided people are interested, with practice weapons.”

“First part of the class goes over technique. Second part is open sparring. If you like, you can stay on late for the second part to go longer. The TA position is still open. If you are interested, talk to me after class. I’ll select one or two TAs depending on the skill levels of those applying.”

“Start off with stretching and warming up. If you have your own routine for that, I want to see it. If you don’t, raise a hand.”


OOC: Please note that I have a stiff schedule, and I understand that you might also. I leave posts open for at least two days for attendance.

Re: Testing

[identity profile] anextimeagent.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 07:16 am (UTC)(link)
"Yeah, I'll believe that when I managed to duck a punch you -- hell, anyone -- throws at me. Last time I sparred, I was fighting Cam, and neither one of us knew what we were doing."

[[OOC: Going to bed, and I'm going to ping Cam to join in so we can act like idiot teenage boys. Pick up tomorrow?]]

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 07:29 am (UTC)(link)
"Well I'm a vamp so ducking a punch from me might be hard," Angel said possessed, as always, of no real modesty whatsoever. "But you're still doing better than most."

[ooc: Works. About to go to bed m'self.]

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 12:06 pm (UTC)(link)
"Hey," Cameron protests when he hears Jack mention his name. "I'll have you know that Aeryn's been teaching me a few tricks. I'm not as clueless anymore."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 04:41 pm (UTC)(link)
"Hey, Cam," Angel said. "How's it going?"

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:05 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yo, Angel." Cameron greeted. "I'm good. Still in one piece probably because I haven't been paired up yet. You?"

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:20 pm (UTC)(link)
"Not bad." Angel grinned. "Had a good time Sunday night."

Realizing how that might come off, Angel hastily added, "Not, you know, too good."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Cameron noded. "Good as long as it's in moderation there's nothing wrong with that. Which reminds me, there's something I'd like to talk to you about. Just, probably not a good idea to do it in class."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:30 pm (UTC)(link)
Angel looked concerned. "Yeah, sure. You okay?"

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:36 pm (UTC)(link)
"I'm fine," Cameron assured him quickly. "I just found out that apparently I'm missing some pieces of the puzzle." And maybe that's not very helpful either.

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 05:45 pm (UTC)(link)
Angel's not sure what that means. On the other hand he's used to feeling like he's a few laps behind in nearly every conversation. "Okay. Uh. See what I can do to help with that."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 06:31 pm (UTC)(link)
"Cool, thanks." Cameron thumps Angel on the shoulder with his gloved hand.

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 06:34 pm (UTC)(link)
"Stop by my room anytime if you want," Angel said. "Hell, stay if you want to help me with this Student Council thing."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 06:35 pm (UTC)(link)
"You're running?" Cameron asked.

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 06:36 pm (UTC)(link)
"Kinda? Parker threw my name in the ring. I don't think I'd be good at it but Callisto batted her eyes and ZOMGreddress! said she could use my help. So... I dunno?"

Re: Testing

[identity profile] cameronmitchell.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 06:45 pm (UTC)(link)
"Politics really isn't my thing, but the seniors are a pretty small class considering so..." Cameron shrugged. "Besides, you should listen to the misses."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] notstakedyet.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 11:37 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yeah," Angel said with a philosophical sigh. "I mean - she can kill me."