Striking classes are generally offered at various skill levels to accommodate all participants. Beginners focus more on cardio and pad work until their technique is sharp; intermediates on combinations and proper blocking; and sparring is generally reserved for those interested in competing. Rushing through any of those levels would be a painful mistake that leads to vomiting, loss of consciousness, regret, and usually the decision to participate in another sport. Most combat gyms have an 80-90% drop out rate for good reason, the rest have students remaining eager to hone their skills with the best fighters in the world. Luckily for Greg Jackson’s camp, there’s no shortage of great athletes, and Donald Cerrone is eager to share his skillset some of the gyms newest recruits by knocking them unconscious with head kicks. [Source]
