On a serious note,
I don't see why you cant practice some very basic techniques and ideas, continue practicing with several (semi) non-compliant partners until you have a decent grasp and can perform it in a spontaneous situation.
Like the teacher that almost tries to kill you just to make sure his teachings sunk in.
Then learn some more ideas, rinse and repeat.
As for martial spirit, I dont think it exists outside of life and death experiences, so giving the student the feeling that he needs to react or else he could be in danger might be a way to bring out 'martial spirit.'
I don't practice martial arts for as much as I should for martial purposes, but my definition of martial spirit is having the physical, emotional, and spiritual drive to do what is necessary to preserve your life.
Last edited by Tao Of The Fist; 06-19-2012 at 09:52 PM.
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