Jake, Jayden and I signed up for Krav self defense classes in Dec. It was good timing, Luke had his black belt taekwondo class and ours followed on Monday and Wed nights. Youth group did not meet during the month, so it was ideal. It was nice to get back into it and I loved that my kids are learning too. I think taking a self defense class is probably more important than learning any sport or musical instrument or hobby. It is a matter of protecting yourself and maybe even saving your own life. You learn defense tactics, along with getting physically fit and having a quick response. The Krav class this time around felt very light as compared to the previous session Jayden and I took a year and a half ago. I am not sure why that is, but we didn't work as hard and I didn't get as sore, plus the people take it easier on you. There are two kids in the class, prob around 12/13 years ago. They really make things awkward and really should not be in the class. There are a few people that have been in it for years. One of them told me" Welcome back, we missed you." That was so nice and made me feel good. It is usually a pretty nice group and very friendly. There are also those that you kind of dread partnering with, extra sweaty, extra large, stinky, or too aggressive. Fortunately most of the time Master Philips splits groups by gender. It is always an experience. The kids really seem to like it and I know they are learning good skills. I had always wanted Jacob to take taekwondo and learn some skills with Luke. This has been really good for him. He is very intense and hits so hard. He is younger than most so I think he feels he needs to make up for that. I always tell him to go easy on me. We are often partners and he is stronger than I.
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