05/13/2026
Partner work is something that just cannot be replicate online. In the vast world of IG/YT and other mass forms of media, we become to reliant upon our eyes, too quick to judge what we see, and believe that our eyes give us the information we need to understand and do.
The consumption of information is only good when there is discernment to know what’s helpful to your current learning needs and what conflicts with it.
Partner work helps us improve capability, emotional regulation, and problem solving skills - that cannot be replicated online.
If you want to experience martial arts, online should only supplement your current in person practice. Not replace it. Find a school that you can show up to, and experience learning on multiple levels. Not just consumption and judgement online.
When you do, you’ll find that your training partners become partners in learning. Not a moving heavy bag to hit.
