What to bring to Fight Class

If you haven't read "Are you getting stronger?" please do so now. It will give some necessary info on Fight Class.

Now, on to the nitty-gritty practical stuff. Here's what to bring to Fight Class:

1. Your gi, belt, gear and everything you bring to a regular class.

2. Water or a dojo water bottle for free refills (We still have dojo water bottles available.)

3. A t-shirt or workout top. For the first half of the workout, this may be much cooler and more comfortable than your gi top. (Women's fitness class members --- just wear your regular workout clothes.)

4. A judo top if you enjoy the idea of dressing the part of a real judo/jiujitsu person. Trust me, you'll only want to wear this during the ground fighting portion of class.

5. Hand wraps and/or bag gloves. This is not mandatory, but it's highly recommended, especially if you want to be training hard on the heavy bags and improving the power of your punches. I used to think this was kind of wimpy and not a karate-like thing to do, but several things have changed my mind (e.g, my sensei, my bouts with carpel tunnel syndrome, watching other people train, etc.). What finally convinced me was working out with wraps. Now I won't go back. We have some wraps and glove available and can order more. If you need help wrapping your hands, be sure to come early.

6. A light, healthy, high energy snack for afterwards.

Make sure you've eaten a light meal sometime before class, so that you have plenty of energy!