Weapons and sanshou, with a teacher
Ready when: Jumps and a graded routine (i2) started and the teacher allows it.
What the coach teaches
Sword and spear basics with an adult present; or sanshou on guard, footwork, punches, kicks and throws, shadow work, then partner work (one to one, then more) with protective gear.
At home, safe only
None with a weapon; no sparring; shadow movement only once the coach has taught it.
Ask the club
Weapon storage, protective gear, the sanshou age rule.
What you can see from the side
A weapon carried and passed safely; a steady on-guard position.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The teacher clears each step.
Stop and get a coach when
Any blow to the head or a weapon incident.
Intermediate is done when the teacher says so.
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