Other helpful tips when starting in an FCMA class:

Classes include:

• Stretching and breathing exercises
• Stance Practice
• Punching/striking skills
• Kicking skills
• Blocking skills
• Sparring
• Kata and weapons practice

More tips:

• Water: Students who need water during class breaks may bring water bottles - this is strongly encouraged for proper hydration.
• Kiai (Shout of Spirit) during class show spirit, confidence and build GREAT ENERGY.
• Sparring/Fighting. Beginner students are encouraged NOT to make any contact with punches and kicks during sparring. Control and ability to a pull punches evolve with practice and advancement. Please remember this is a contact sport, there is always a chance injury, therefore we strictly enforce protective gear, to be worn at all times.
• While progressing to a higher belt level, each student should not only practice previously
  taught forms and self-defense applications. You are responsible for retaining all that you have learned.
• Notebook. Students are encouraged to keep a notebook in which they record what they have learned. This will preserve information and aid memory.
• Demonstrations and tournaments. Students are encouraged to participate in demonstrations and tournaments whenever possible. Participation aids in development of self-confidence and perfection of techniques. Information about demonstrations and tournaments are announced in class.
• If parking lot is full, you can park in the Centratech lot next door.