I'm a yellow belt, and there's this black belt 2nd Dan named Roy. When we were sparring, I raised my leg to kick him, and he blocked it and moved in to punch my solar plexus. Before I realised I was winded, he kicked me (lightly) in the side of the head. He moved so fast I couldn't even register how to defend myself before I was getting pummeled.
Although Taekwondo is a non-contact sport, and it isn't the greatest martial arts out there, Roy's pretty much mastered it. He's fast and strong enough to kick my *** regardless of TKD's reputation. I don't want to hear about unfair pairings between the belts, I just want to know if there's someone I can improve enough to outspar the guy. Will I ever be able to defend myself against him? How?
2007-03-08 23:21:49 · 11 answers · asked by Link 4 in Sports ➔ Martial Arts
Look, dont beat yourself up over a small loss. There is no short cut to getting better. The way to get better: practice. And you must practice hard. When you were sparring him, it was almost like he was reading your mind right? Well thats because his reaction time is very polished. You were simply moving in slow motion. But yes, if you practice hard, then you should be able to beat him no problem. Even if you have no talent in the martial arts, if you practice hard then you will be able to beat anyone. Trust me, i've been in a similar situation and i was able to go back and get a second chance. He underestimated me and got a big surprise. One more drop of sweat in training is one less drop of blood in battle. I hope my answer was helpful to you. Please dont be discouraged. You're a Martial Artist, and a true martial artist doesnt give up.
2007-03-09 03:09:35 · answer #1 · answered by High Five! 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, if TKD isn't the greatest martial art out there, then WHY are you in a TKD class???? Who told you that it isn't a contact sport?? Sounds like you got schooled.
Let me get this straight. You have probably 3-6 months in class. He has probably close to 8 years in class. are you looking for a magic potion to make up the difference in experience? There isn't one. When you practice, practice with 100% effort. When you aren't sparring, watch the black belts spar. Watch a black belt class and learn. Ask questions. If there is any doubt in a technique, ask for clarification. If you see a new move done on you, ask to be shown how to do it.
The only way to learn and get better is to watch, practice, ask questions and give 100% effort in every class. There aren't any quick learning tips.
2007-03-09 20:25:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
the reason you lost was because he knew the move you were going to use against him even before you did it, he read your movement and was able to neutralize your attack its not your fault. He is just more experienced that is why i think that best attacks are the low attacks or the quick jabs and punches high kicks take too much time and give Ur opponent enough time to counter it,low kicks work better and keep u in a safer position, and always remember to keep ur guard up and ur other leg out of range in order to avoid a leg sweep,it speaks well of you that you seek answers to improve urself,u learnt from the fight and that is what every fighter should do,learn. good luck i wish u the best
2007-03-09 21:26:21 · answer #3 · answered by ericktravel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One simple answer: practice.
Who knows if you'll ever be able to defend yourself against him? Fact is, you're a yellow belt (belt ranks depend on your school, but usually yellow is fairly beginner and I'm assuming that's the case here) and he's a 2nd dan black belt. Guess what? He should have been able to kick your butt.
2007-03-09 12:15:22 · answer #4 · answered by Atavistic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all TaeKwonDo is most definitely about contact. If you guys dont have contact in your school then I would be looking for another school. Second you are sparring with what should be a far superior and skilled opponent, it takes lots of time, lots of dedication, and humbleness to become good in the martial arts. Patience, keep training, and stay focus.
2007-03-09 13:57:18 · answer #5 · answered by bpshark74 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First off practice makes perfect. I know it's cliche' but it's too true to ignore.
Second, yes it was an unfair pairing but loosing is good for you. It shows you how far you have to go.
I'd try to work a speed bag and heavy bag. The speed bag make you time your punches and kicks and gives you a moving target. The heavy bag you can wail on full force and just try to increase your speed and strength.
Other then that just keep at it.
2007-03-09 10:38:14 · answer #6 · answered by jjbeard926 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
swallow ur pride & ask roy for tips. you'd be suprised. I was once sparring with a 16 yr old purple belt who put a move on me so fast i was on the floor begging 4 mercy .. mine you he's like 125 lbs. & i'm at least 215. after class i asked him how he did it. he he showed me, my to my surprise
2007-03-10 19:20:04 · answer #7 · answered by harmony 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Practice....Practice..Practice....and believe it or not...getting your bum kicked by higher degree belts...as you develop you need to challenge yourself to improve....the higher you get the more need to be challenged....you saw what he did to you now you are familiar and can learn to defend that attack....REMEMBER..as far as the "Lopsided" pairing....when you are in a fight for your life in the street...you do not get to pick the knowledge level of your opponent...so you have to get comfortable using what you know...Good Luck
2007-03-09 12:01:46 · answer #8 · answered by Real Estate Para Legal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You get as good as he is the same way he did. Many years of dedicated training. There are no shortcuts.
2007-03-09 13:17:12 · answer #9 · answered by yupchagee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to class.
Practice a lot at home.
2007-03-10 21:53:58 · answer #10 · answered by Chris F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋