Spring 2010 Belt Prep Cycle - M1W3 - 01/08/10

Hello,

Friday 01/08/10 was the third week of our Spring 2010 BB Prep Cycle. We reviewed the Month #1, Week #3 curriculum. Please download the following M1W3 homework sheets -- they are due in the Friday 1/15/10 BB Prep class.

Your frist BB Prep Tip Test (Month #1 - White) is scheduled for next week, Wednesday 1/20 & Thursday 1/21 in your Brown-Black class. We will be reviewing all 12 techniques in the Friday 1/15 BB Prep class. You can also review on your own with the homework sheets and the Month #1 BB Prep DVD.

Lastly, I spoke with the Advanced Brown Belt students on Friday about my expectations. Here's a summary:

If you are a brand new Advanced Brown Belt, this first time through BB Prep you are really just trying to get familiar with the requirements and what is expected for Black Belt. You don’t need to master everything that is required right now. If you are feeling apprehensive, a little less pressure (on yourself) and a little bit longer view of the process (this year, not this month) will help a lot. If you are not practicing consistently at home yet, can't complete the recommended # of reps, or can't remember everything on the homework sheets -- that's okay. The goal is to do what you can and build up to the point where you can do everything with confidence. Most students need to go through BB Prep 2x before they are ready to test for Black Belt. Do your best each week in class, practice as much as you can @ home and ask for help from your instructors. You will be able to reach your goal and earn your Black Belt, but it takes consistent effort over time (it's a marathon, not a sprint!).

Stay Focused,
Mr. Herrman

Juniors BB Prep - M1W3
Adults BB Prep - M1W3