Teaching Martial Arts-The Way of the Master

'Teaching greatly helped me to achieve my dream of being an instructor.'-Martin Seck, Taekwondo instructor

'Exactly what is needed for instructors teaching students who seek true quality martial arts instruction.'-Fred Carsky, Taekwondo instructor

'Helped me a lot...Waiting for Volume 2!'-Eric

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Menard, Kempo instructor

'In this ground breaking new release, Sang H. Kim details his findings from over 15 years of research on martial arts teaching.'-Taekwondo Times magazine

'Professional, clear, understandable. Thumbs Up!'-Eric Guttman, Tai chi student

'This is a must for any instructor interested in being the best at what he or she does.'-Business Master magazine

In a revolutionary approach, Sang H. Kim has blended his extensive knowledge of martial art training with modern and classical teaching methodology to create a system of teaching martial arts for 21st century. This expanded 2nd edition is filled with practical information to help you lead your students from white belt to black and beyond including detailed methods for:

Planning classes at every skill level.
Motivating students.
Organizing seminars.
Preparing for competitons.
Planning demonstrations.
Reducing dropouts.
Developing your curriculum.
Teaching children of all ages.
Effectively using equipment.
Managing disruptive students.
Making classes fun and exciting.
And much more!

Contents

Preface
Chapter One Martial arts: An abstract
The tradition of the martial arts
Techniques
The educational value of martial arts
Function of martial arts training
The educational goals of martial arts
Chapter Two The essence of teaching
5 principles of teaching
Performance assessment
Motivation
Chapter Three Attributes of a martial artist
Positive attitude
Physical practice
Mental practice
Discipline
Respect
Chapter Four Curriculum development
Conditioning
Basic movements
Forms
Tips for teaching a new form
Sparring
Self-defense
Meditation
Breath control
The theory of power
Chapter Five Teaching methodology
Curriculum structure
Creating lesson plans
The learning process
Effective teaching methods
Maintaining student interest
Instructor assessment guide
15 tips for effective teaching
Professionalism in teaching
Chapter Six Student management
Classroom management
Student grouping
Teaching children
Teaching adults
Coping with disruptive students
Exceptional students
Special interest classes
Reducing dropouts
Chapter Seven Supplementary training methods
Competition
Demonstrations
Equipment
Outdoor training
Chapter Eight Qualities of a good instructor
Glossary
Bonus Section Launching a martial arts school

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