Classes
Classes are one hour long and and comprise of:
- Warm up, stretching and exercise
- Walks, forms and stancework
- Applications
- Sparring
However, no class is set and so will vary depending on who is present in the class and what needs working on at the time.
Lion dance is usually performed by the senior students though anyone can have a go if they are interested. Rehearsals take place during normal class hours and in extra sessions when we have performances approaching.
The lion dance class is separate from the normal kung fu class.
What should I wear/bring to my first session?
Loose comfortable clothing similar to that which you would wear to a gym, trainers and make sure you bring a bottle of water.
I'm unfit, inflexible, uncoordinated, weak, etc. Does that matter?
Not at all, I don't expect a beginner to have all these attributes straight away. As with anything else it will take hard work and time to develop these things.
Is there a separate class for beginners?
No, the classes are a mixture of grades and ability from total beginners to brown sash. As a beginner you will not be expected to be as capable as my seniors.
Will I have to spar?
Yes but not straight away.