2005 Workout #109: Oof.

Last night’s class consisted largely of partner training and sparring drills. The first class was a study on side snap kick, followed by some partner drills during which the black belts got to help correct.

The second class started out with some basics, which lead into a drill where we moved at our partner with two reverse punches and tried to avoid their guard. Of course, I got across from Mike-san which meant I was in for a beating.

We were told to get a drink of water and then come back for 3-5. I ended up on the side of things that made me face the following opponents: Mike-san, Sensei Brewer, , , and Raleigh. Sensei always get’s that “Fresh Meat” look on his face when we get to spar and I LOVE it. I got a few decent combinations in, however the man can still whoop me like I was six.

I got to spar with my Dad as I mentioned before, and it was a good time. He’s working past staying back on his back leg, I had a feeling Sensei gave him some coaching after class because they stayed inside and talked for quite a bit.

After things broke up for the night Kate-san, one of our resident college-aged yellow belts decided to join , , and I for dinner. It was a good time, she’s a pretty interesting person.

It was a good workout last night. Lots of sparring, no injuries, and good food afterward.