We’ve had some great conversations in this community already — especially around a common challenge: “My technique feels sharp in drills or pad work, but once we get into live situations, I lose it. I feel overwhelmed.” That’s not just a confidence issue — it often points to a lack of representativeness in training. I believe striking skills need to be built in environments that reflect the demands of real fighting — right from the beginning. That means more than just good technique. It means interaction, timing, rhythm, unpredictability — even at a light or playful intensity. Head contact is a real concern, especially for beginners or kids. But removing it completely can also remove the reason to develop true defensive behaviors — like slipping, parrying, blocking, and managing range. So what’s the solution? Not more pressure. Better pressure. - Scale the intensity - Vary the rhythm - Use constraints that shape real decisions - Let the fight emerge, safely Striking is about being hard to find and quick to respond — not just throwing combos. It’s about manipulating time, space, and perception. It’s about feints, cues, and making the other person move how you want — all while staying one step ahead. These aren’t advanced layers. They’re core skills — and we can train them early, if we do it right. I’d love to hear your thoughts: - What kind of training has helped you feel more prepared in live situations? - Do you feel your skills transfer well from drills to sparring — or is there a gap? - What parts of live training challenge you the most? - Would you be interested in a course or live sessions here focused on representative training — learning how to design practice that feels real, but stays safe and effective? Jump in below. Your experience matters — and could spark a lot of insight for others too.

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I’m looking for someone who can teach me mma online fur free I will be consistent I am 15 looking to be in the ufc

Hi everyone. I'm new here. I've been training in a variety of arts for 15 years and teaching for about 5. I'm looking forward to expanding my skillset here. 😊

Hi I am new here