Ten Things I Learned In The Dojo

1. Even when you're wearing a groin protector, it still hurts when you get kicked in the jewels.
2. Rank is a privilege not a right, maintaining it is just as important as achieving it.
3. In taekwondo I have seen more people knocked out by the reverse turning kick then any other kick.
4. No matter how tight you fasten your belt it always comes loose during practice.
5. Two or more people yelling at the end of a form is really funny.
6. Never apologize for getting a good lick in during sparring; it's not like you didn't mean to hit them.
7. If you drop your guards and receive a shot to the head, it's your fault.
8. Having someone mount your back while sitting in a straddle stretch hurts.
9. The best time to counter is when an opponent is in transition or completion of a strike or maneuver.
10. Take action without doubt and preconceived outcomes.