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Episode 931 - When is it Time to Ask a Student to Leave?

Episode 931 - When is it Time to Ask a Student to Leave?

Fromwhistlekick Martial Arts Radio


Episode 931 - When is it Time to Ask a Student to Leave?

Fromwhistlekick Martial Arts Radio

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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Jun 27, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

SUMMARY In this conversation, Jeremy and Andrew discuss the challenging topic of when it is time to ask a student to leave a martial arts school. They explore various scenarios where a student's behavior may negatively impact the experience of others, such as disruptive behavior, safety concerns, and drama. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive learning environment for all students and the need to address issues that arise. The hosts also acknowledge the difficulty instructors may face in making the decision to ask a student to leave and encourage listeners to share their experiences and perspectives on the topic. TAKEAWAYS * When a student's behavior consistently violates the expectations set by the instructor or school, and they show no effort to correct it, it may be time to ask them to leave. * Disruptive behavior that compromises the experience of other students and safety concerns are common reasons for asking a student to leave. * Financial reasons, such as non-payment of dues, may also lead to a student being asked to leave, depending on the circumstances. * Instructors have a duty to share their knowledge and create a positive learning environment for all students, and accommodating poor behavior can undermine that. * It can be challenging for instructors to make the decision to ask a student to leave, but it is necessary to maintain the integrity of the martial arts school. * Listeners are encouraged to share their experiences and perspectives on when it is time to ask a student to leave a martial arts school.
Released:
Jun 27, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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whistlekick Martial Arts Radio is the only bi-weekly podcast devoted to the traditional martial arts in all forms. We dig into what makes martial artists tick, their history and experience… and tell some great stories in the process. It’s all about bringing martial artists together and learning from one another. Our guests include the famous and the unknown, from taekwondo, karate, hapkido, capoeira, kungfu, FMA, HEMA and everything else you can imagine.