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] suzotchka.livejournal.com 2006-01-10 09:48 pm (UTC)(link)
"That's usually the way it works. Unless you want to try to hit me and I'll block. Let's do that instead." She takes up a defensive posture, her hands open and in front, elbows in, knees slightly bent, a few feet away from the other girl. "The name's Ivanova, by the way. Now try and hit me."

Re: Testing

[identity profile] http://users.livejournal.com/susan_death_/ 2006-01-11 05:38 am (UTC)(link)
"Susan Sto-Helit," replies Susan, and adopts a slightly comical pose. "Pleasure, I'm sure." She takes a tentative jab at the other girl's ribs, and a slightly faster one at her head straight away.

Re: Testing

[identity profile] suzotchka.livejournal.com 2006-01-11 01:39 pm (UTC)(link)
Ivanova blocked the jab at her ribs easily, knocking the swing away, but was forced to lean back a little to catch the second blow. She rocked back on her feet and then forward again for the next volley. "Good try," she says with a bit of a smile.