This footwork combines different types of steps for a fast, unpredictable advance. Watch Cang Snow explain it and then try it out for yourself!
Here some are some ideas on how to set up a warmup regime for the start of your practices. This is a great way to add some variety and physical activities to your trainings that make it a well-rounded workout experience.
This is one of our best training tools! It’s a short, engaging exercise that allows members to get to know each other while training. It also provides a great opportunity to capture dynamic photos and videos of your team.
This video breaks down the best way to correctly fence with beginners and new members of your team. Make sure they feel welcome, but don’t “go easy” on them.
This is a fairly complex coach-to-student exercise, it’s the first time I’ve tried to film it and explain it an organized way. It is worth refining the explanation so I will try to make an enhanced video in the future. Until then, I recommend this for advanced coaches trying to take your intermediates to advanced competition.
Here are some lightsaber-specific stretches you can do that actually use your lightsaber. This is a great way to add variety and specificity to your startup routine.
Setting up a self-training system.
We have a great new exercise for you! This one is designed to be like a live version of our training droid. It’s cheap and very safe, even for full speed striking, which is exactly what it is for. Check the video below.
This is standard day one training game at LS. Irvine that covers some shields, and effectively demonstrates the nuanced technique necessary in Lightspeed Saber. Many beginners come away from this drill realizing this is a lot more serious and detailed than they expected, in large part due to this game.
Try these basic stretches for you and your team.