Being a Master or an Apprentice

Prerequisite:

You must have taken Preparing to Be a Swordsman before taking this lesson.

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Points of safety

Establish Expectations: When forming a new master & apprenticeship, establish expectations and boundaries from both sides, so you both know what to expect from one another.
Honor Goes Both Ways: What you do reflects on the other.
Keep it Appropriate: Be aware of social etiquette, particularly regarding age and gender. You never want to find yourself in a compromising situation.

General Points

Master

Consistency is Key: Whatever rhythm you establish in your relationship, keep it going. Follow up on assignments you’ve given your student. Ask assessment questions and monitor their progress.
You Have Things to Teach: Trust your knowledge. Reflect on your journey and put yourself back in their shoes. What are they ready to learn? Your unique perspective is what they want to hear.
Honor the Commitment: If you make plans, make them a priority in your fencing experience.
Know When to End: Don’t drag them along if they aren’t progressing, or if you feel they’re ready for someone new. Kick them out of the nest.

Apprentice

Trust Your Master: Practice what they preach. Listening is good, but implementing is better. It’s okay to ask questions, but trust the method.
You Have Things to Learn: Set aside what you know and allow yourself to struggle for a time. New techniques and mentality are tough but will help you grow in the long run.
Honor the Commitment: If you make plans, make them a priority in your fencing experience.
Ask Questions: You’re just as responsible for your learning as your master is in providing instruction. Know what you want and ask for it, but be prepared to accept the answer.

Training Ideas

Observe other Masters and Apprentices: Talk to and work with those who are currently in a Master/Apprentice relationship. Consider who you might want to work with in the future, and talk with company leadership for advice.
Come to Masters’ School: Make it a priority to come. This is your time to implement the Master/Apprentice relationship.
Be One: Just start. You’ll learn as you go.

Assessment

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