fandomhigh | Karate, Gym, May 24, Wednesday Morning

"Welcome to Karate, everyone." Tommy says, looking around at the class. "I'm Doctor Oliver, but you can call me Dr. O if you want," he may have rolled his eyes a little.

"This workshop is essentially a survey course of many different styles of karate that have been developed. Each has their benefits and their drawbacks, of course. Hopefully you'll find a style that works for you as a result of this course.

While we're training in here, this gym isn't just a gym. It's a dojo. As such, I expect you all to pay attention to the rules of the dojo:

Seek perfection of character
Be faithful
Endeavour to excel
Respect others
Refrain from violent behaviour

Now, to start things off- I know we have a mix of different skill levels. For those of you who are more advanced, could you provide a short demonstration? For those of you who are just starting out, give this a try." He says, demonstrating the steps slowly.

[ooc: annnnd, i'm likely going to be away from the computer till about 3:30 pacific time. so interaction with tommy will happen after that. don't let that stop you, though!]

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Lyta rose from her place on the floor, bowing to Dr. Oliver as she remembered from the Academy, then took position. She hesitated. After a long moment, she bowed again, requesting permission, then provided the name of the kata very quietly. She then attempted the Juni No Kata (http://www.shitokai.com/juninokata.php) she learned before switching over to pilates. Her first block and pivot were a little slow, as she had a bit of trouble remembering. As she continued, however, her confidence grew; her front stance was pretty good and her concentration, while a little shaky at first, was absolute by the time she finishes.

Blushing a bit, she bowed again, thanking Dr. Oliver, then backed to resume her seat.

Karate, Gym, May 24, Wednesday Morning

Re: Demonstrations!