Just a couple of weeks ago, I registered for the BP course in May. It was the third time I have registered for BP training, and I had to withdraw from the last 2 thanks to overseas trips which sprang out of nowhere due to work related commitments.
I had some vibes this time round, and have been telling my fellow instructor friends that I have this strange feeling that I would not be able to proceed with the training. I also told them if it really happens to be for the third time in a row, then perhaps I'm really not fated to do the program.
Well, verdict is out. The course has been cancelled and I'm left with nothing to look forward to again. Even if the course wasn't cancelled, I think there's something else that would have prevented me from attending this training.
Three times in a row, how lucky can I get?
During the last gathering I said that I would probably not pursue the program anymore if I don't get to go for it this time.
On the other hand, Lynn is saying that I shouldn't believe in all these 'airy fairy things' like vibes, intuition and destiny and that I should keep trying.
I really don't know.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Friday, May 9, 2008
Food For Thought
Do you believe in star signs? I do. I always think that somehow, by a weird twist of fate, we tend to get along well with people of the element group.
Fire Signs - Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Earth Signs - Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Air Signs - Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Water Signs - Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces.
I am definitely Cancerian through and through. It was only in the past 3 or 4 years or so where I started reading all these, and when I look back to my past, things somehow correspond.
I know Scorpios very well. All those people that are close to me or have been close to me are Scorpios. From school days to NS to work... And also, I get along very well with Piscesians.
Some do not like water signs people as they can't figure them out. But since when have water signs people been figured out? Everything is just left to intuition and feelings.
I remember those good old days, when a group of us water signs people would just sit down and chit chat and daydream...
Fire Signs - Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
Earth Signs - Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Air Signs - Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
Water Signs - Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces.
I am definitely Cancerian through and through. It was only in the past 3 or 4 years or so where I started reading all these, and when I look back to my past, things somehow correspond.
I know Scorpios very well. All those people that are close to me or have been close to me are Scorpios. From school days to NS to work... And also, I get along very well with Piscesians.
Some do not like water signs people as they can't figure them out. But since when have water signs people been figured out? Everything is just left to intuition and feelings.
I remember those good old days, when a group of us water signs people would just sit down and chit chat and daydream...
Monday, May 5, 2008
KL Quarterly
Hello fellow instructors,
I mentioned that I will be going KL Quarterly, so anyone who needs me to help collect their DVD, please pass me the invoice with authorisation signature.
I mentioned that I will be going KL Quarterly, so anyone who needs me to help collect their DVD, please pass me the invoice with authorisation signature.
So Far So Good
Things have been going smoothly so far, people are nice and I'm slowly settling in. It's a different pace altogether, but I must say that I'm enjoying myself, that's all that matters.
Today was the opening of CSQ, I wanted to go for BP/BA/BC but in the end I decided that I'm giving up too much of my time to the gym. Ended up having drinks at Wala Wala Holland V with Mr Scorpio.
It was a good evening, with laughs and jokes, and I was a little high. In his excitement, Mr Scorpio couldn't resist telling me he scored for the 4th match in a row from his defensive mid position. I missed the old days and it made me wonder what I gave up.
I really should do this more often, though from the likes of it, my next break would prob be end of the month when I head to KL for the quarterly workshops. Can't wait to do BC36, BP66, BB41, BJ45 and BA61 again. 5 masterclasses, I hope I don't kill myself! =)
Today was the opening of CSQ, I wanted to go for BP/BA/BC but in the end I decided that I'm giving up too much of my time to the gym. Ended up having drinks at Wala Wala Holland V with Mr Scorpio.
It was a good evening, with laughs and jokes, and I was a little high. In his excitement, Mr Scorpio couldn't resist telling me he scored for the 4th match in a row from his defensive mid position. I missed the old days and it made me wonder what I gave up.
I really should do this more often, though from the likes of it, my next break would prob be end of the month when I head to KL for the quarterly workshops. Can't wait to do BC36, BP66, BB41, BJ45 and BA61 again. 5 masterclasses, I hope I don't kill myself! =)
Sunday, May 4, 2008
GX Journey
Before I start on this entry proper, I would just like to say that this post is partly inspired by the chat I had with some members after one of my classes last week, and partly inspired by Lynn, whom I've had several discussions (and arguments) over things like GX classes, styles and methods of teaching, pro-LM or anti-LM and so on... And of course Cancer Boy needs to remember everything, so he needs to write them down so that he can read back in years to come and reminisce.
What got me thinking was the members talking about some of their fitness journeys, and how they started attending GX classes.
Back in the good old days, my exercise regime consisted of weekly football sessions with my schoolmates, and swimming some laps. I worked in the US as a lifeguard before and I consider myself a fairly good swimmer.
So in university days, I was introduced to the gym scene via a free trial pass to Cali gym(I'm sure almost everyone has had their initiation there by now). Clueless at those machines and not exactly a fan of the treadmill, I ventured into one of those crowded studios for a class which seemed fun. The class is also what we know as BODYCOMBAT.
Only two things I can remember from the class.
1) One of the tracks was Lady Marmalade (BC11) which I knew, but the rest I didn't and I seriously didn't have a proper idea of what was going on.
2) I suffered a vicious side kick to my thighs, thankfully not to my knees.
Of course I didn't join the gym. Nothing really captured my interest. Then by a weird twist of fate, I had my second exposure, this time it was FF. I remember taking part in a SMS contest for the movie TROY (where Brad Pitt stars as a gladiator or something). One of the prizes was a free membership to FF (so that you can train to be like a gladiator). So I claimed my membership and went there.
I was studying then, on about 16hrs of classes per week, half of which are lectures which I don't bother attending as I don't believe in lectures. So I had plenty of free time and I attended lotsa classes, most of the time at Paragon. Very nice. But it was too expensive so I didn't want to sign up. Instead I chose to join PF, at a relatively lower rate.
So how did I get hooked on all those programs?
BODYCOMBAT - I think those were the early days and I remember these 2 particular instructors would always play the same MT track - Shake from BC15. I started to note a pattern, whenever the same track was played, the moves are always the same. I began to challenge myself to remember all the moves to test my memory. I went for as many classes as I could just so I could remember all of them.
Those days, what I hated the most was instructors not cue-ing in advance and making the participants stand there and look like idiots. So for me as a participant, what I wanted the most was accurate choreo and good pre-cue. That has sort of defined my teaching style now as I know what I wanted as a hardcore participant.
BODYPUMP - It took me a while to get started on BP cos it seemed intimidating. But luckily for me, in PF, BP is usually before BC, and before the BC classes, I would just peer through the window and see what the folks inside are doing. There was this particular instructor that I liked very much and I took up the courage to go for BP class and did BP regularly (2-3 times per week) until I switched to this job where I couldn't rush in time for 6:30pm classes.
BODYBALANCE - I started BB also because I liked this particular instructor very much and I went to try out her BB and got hooked. I loved the songs, I loved the peaceful feel, and most importantly, I was dealing with some personal problems at that time, and BB was one of the outlets for me. The relaxation/meditation was my favourite part of the class, I never miss it. That is the only time where I find some time for myself and just let go.
I had a couple of embarrassing moments in BB, I fell asleep during relaxation! There was once I actually slept for more than 20mins and the instructor didn't wake me up. I was woken up by one of the PTs who saw me lying there. I hope I didn't snore. Ha!
BODYSTEP/Freestyle Step - I sort of lump this together but I know its completely different programs. I buy into the LM philosophy most of the time, but I prefer Freestyle Step over BS. BS is choreographed and more of a fitness workout. Freestyle is more about creativity of the instructors and what I liked was the fact that no single class is the same, even if its from the same instructor. I like doing different blocks and adding them together (read BODYJAM). Keeps me mentally alert as I have to remember what's next.
RPM/Cycle - Sorry, not for me. I find it difficult to find the adrenaline and high.
BODYATTACK - Actually, I don't know what took me so long to really get this program started. It's great for building stamina, and I certainly find my fitness levels have improved after doing BA! Did my second ever BA class at the BA66 filming in Auckland and it was MAGIC. The energy was so high it got me hooked.
BODYJAM - This one I have to give 100% credit to Lynn. For a dare. A dare to try the program. I didn't even mark it down as one of the filmings that I wanted to attend in Auckland, but Lynn dared me to try the program, and I had to try it secretly at Auckland haha.
I am very proud of myself for trying it there, and then back in SG. I remember Sebestian's shocked face when he saw me in his class. Haha. And I'm also proud of pulling in my friends to do his class, and I even advertised for him in my own class haha.
What I liked about BJ was the layering and amalgamating everything into this massive block. There is ample time to practise and get the basics right before putting it altogether. I think there's more satisfaction.
I've been looking at the vids and analysing, I feel that Rach's involvement in BJ has indirectly influenced the new direction of BC. Rach started in BJ36 (that's BC27) and we've seen some layering in BC tracks, eg... Rock Me Amadeus, some of the ginga tracks.
Capoeira - a martial art disguised as a dance?
So this is my GX journey. I believe everyone of us, participant or instructor, has had a GX journey. Anyone cares to tell me theirs?
What got me thinking was the members talking about some of their fitness journeys, and how they started attending GX classes.
Back in the good old days, my exercise regime consisted of weekly football sessions with my schoolmates, and swimming some laps. I worked in the US as a lifeguard before and I consider myself a fairly good swimmer.
So in university days, I was introduced to the gym scene via a free trial pass to Cali gym(I'm sure almost everyone has had their initiation there by now). Clueless at those machines and not exactly a fan of the treadmill, I ventured into one of those crowded studios for a class which seemed fun. The class is also what we know as BODYCOMBAT.
Only two things I can remember from the class.
1) One of the tracks was Lady Marmalade (BC11) which I knew, but the rest I didn't and I seriously didn't have a proper idea of what was going on.
2) I suffered a vicious side kick to my thighs, thankfully not to my knees.
Of course I didn't join the gym. Nothing really captured my interest. Then by a weird twist of fate, I had my second exposure, this time it was FF. I remember taking part in a SMS contest for the movie TROY (where Brad Pitt stars as a gladiator or something). One of the prizes was a free membership to FF (so that you can train to be like a gladiator). So I claimed my membership and went there.
I was studying then, on about 16hrs of classes per week, half of which are lectures which I don't bother attending as I don't believe in lectures. So I had plenty of free time and I attended lotsa classes, most of the time at Paragon. Very nice. But it was too expensive so I didn't want to sign up. Instead I chose to join PF, at a relatively lower rate.
So how did I get hooked on all those programs?
BODYCOMBAT - I think those were the early days and I remember these 2 particular instructors would always play the same MT track - Shake from BC15. I started to note a pattern, whenever the same track was played, the moves are always the same. I began to challenge myself to remember all the moves to test my memory. I went for as many classes as I could just so I could remember all of them.
Those days, what I hated the most was instructors not cue-ing in advance and making the participants stand there and look like idiots. So for me as a participant, what I wanted the most was accurate choreo and good pre-cue. That has sort of defined my teaching style now as I know what I wanted as a hardcore participant.
BODYPUMP - It took me a while to get started on BP cos it seemed intimidating. But luckily for me, in PF, BP is usually before BC, and before the BC classes, I would just peer through the window and see what the folks inside are doing. There was this particular instructor that I liked very much and I took up the courage to go for BP class and did BP regularly (2-3 times per week) until I switched to this job where I couldn't rush in time for 6:30pm classes.
BODYBALANCE - I started BB also because I liked this particular instructor very much and I went to try out her BB and got hooked. I loved the songs, I loved the peaceful feel, and most importantly, I was dealing with some personal problems at that time, and BB was one of the outlets for me. The relaxation/meditation was my favourite part of the class, I never miss it. That is the only time where I find some time for myself and just let go.
I had a couple of embarrassing moments in BB, I fell asleep during relaxation! There was once I actually slept for more than 20mins and the instructor didn't wake me up. I was woken up by one of the PTs who saw me lying there. I hope I didn't snore. Ha!
BODYSTEP/Freestyle Step - I sort of lump this together but I know its completely different programs. I buy into the LM philosophy most of the time, but I prefer Freestyle Step over BS. BS is choreographed and more of a fitness workout. Freestyle is more about creativity of the instructors and what I liked was the fact that no single class is the same, even if its from the same instructor. I like doing different blocks and adding them together (read BODYJAM). Keeps me mentally alert as I have to remember what's next.
RPM/Cycle - Sorry, not for me. I find it difficult to find the adrenaline and high.
BODYATTACK - Actually, I don't know what took me so long to really get this program started. It's great for building stamina, and I certainly find my fitness levels have improved after doing BA! Did my second ever BA class at the BA66 filming in Auckland and it was MAGIC. The energy was so high it got me hooked.
BODYJAM - This one I have to give 100% credit to Lynn. For a dare. A dare to try the program. I didn't even mark it down as one of the filmings that I wanted to attend in Auckland, but Lynn dared me to try the program, and I had to try it secretly at Auckland haha.
I am very proud of myself for trying it there, and then back in SG. I remember Sebestian's shocked face when he saw me in his class. Haha. And I'm also proud of pulling in my friends to do his class, and I even advertised for him in my own class haha.
What I liked about BJ was the layering and amalgamating everything into this massive block. There is ample time to practise and get the basics right before putting it altogether. I think there's more satisfaction.
I've been looking at the vids and analysing, I feel that Rach's involvement in BJ has indirectly influenced the new direction of BC. Rach started in BJ36 (that's BC27) and we've seen some layering in BC tracks, eg... Rock Me Amadeus, some of the ginga tracks.
Capoeira - a martial art disguised as a dance?
So this is my GX journey. I believe everyone of us, participant or instructor, has had a GX journey. Anyone cares to tell me theirs?
Friday, May 2, 2008
LM plan for 2008
One thing I like about LM is that there is always something to look forward to. New programs to pursue, even if I don't instruct. New releases, quarterly launches.
As with all jobs, once we get stuck in a routine, we will get sick and tired of it. So far I have been teaching classes for 1 year plus and I'm still loving every moment of it. There are times when I'm on the way to class and I'm grumbling... "Why did I take this class?", "I'm so tired...", "I don't want to wake up that early..."
But as I conduct the class, I feel the adrenaline, I feel the enthusiasm and I feel the satisfaction. That makes everything worth it.
My plan for 2008.
May - BP course (hopefully third time lucky. I registered two times before and had to withdraw due to overseas trips... I even paid the penalty of A$100 twice!)
Aug - Q3 Quarterly workshop (BKK or KL)
Nov - Filming for Q1/2009 releases in Auckland
How exciting. These are the things that keep me going for the time being.
As with all jobs, once we get stuck in a routine, we will get sick and tired of it. So far I have been teaching classes for 1 year plus and I'm still loving every moment of it. There are times when I'm on the way to class and I'm grumbling... "Why did I take this class?", "I'm so tired...", "I don't want to wake up that early..."
But as I conduct the class, I feel the adrenaline, I feel the enthusiasm and I feel the satisfaction. That makes everything worth it.
My plan for 2008.
May - BP course (hopefully third time lucky. I registered two times before and had to withdraw due to overseas trips... I even paid the penalty of A$100 twice!)
Aug - Q3 Quarterly workshop (BKK or KL)
Nov - Filming for Q1/2009 releases in Auckland
How exciting. These are the things that keep me going for the time being.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
2 hr BC / Gathering
It's Labour Day today, and I had quite a fulfilling day. The earlier part of the day was spent at the Parkway Parade gym before I headed over to Jean's place for a potluck gathering.
I went for Martin's Step II at 12pm... got 'sabo-ed' by him in the class... tsk tsk. Then I just hanged around in the gym before my 2hr BC class starting at 2pm. Initially, I was wondering if anyone would be coming for my class given the late timing, but in the end quite a few people came, so I was reasonably pleased with the turnout.
I did an Old School vs New School theme, which meant that I did N&G tracks (until BC20) for the first hr and then D&R tracks for the second hr (BC21 - present).
I even re-visited 3 tracks from BC35 - The United Vibe, You Can't Stop The Beat and That's Right, the latter two were received quite well. My Parkway crowd is quite good with the ginga (cos I keep drilling them), and I would say most people look cool doing it.
2 hr BC is always tiring so I was quite drained after class, but there's something about conducting classes that makes me happy. There's a satisfaction which I can't describe or put in words. Would definitely like to do this as long as I can.
After which, it was a mad rush to Jean's place for potluck. I brought along a sushi set from Sakae Sushi. Jean's place is quite far from me, but it was worth the trip as we had a fantastic time!
Some of the food we brought.
Pizza - Eric
Sushi set - ZJ (me lah)
Fried chix wing - Lynn
Potato salad - Weili
Satay and Old Chang Kee - Chris Boy & YY
Bacon with mushrooms, salad, brownie - Jean and her hubby KP(our host)
Ice-cream - Amy
(Front row - Jean, Lynn, Weili, YY, Standing - Me, Eric, Chris Boy)
(Left to right: YY, Chris, Me, Jean, Weili, Amy, Lynn, Eric) - Photo courtesy of KP who was not in picture.
Chris teaches BODYCOMBAT occasionally at American Club (AC).
I teach BODYCOMBAT at Planet Fitness, and hopefully BODYBALANCE soon.
Jean teaches BODYCOMBAT and BODYPUMP with PF, and some freestyle classes outside.
Weili teaches BODYPUMP with PF and BODYCOMBAT soon. She is also trained in BODYSTEP.
Amy teaches cycle with PF, and BODYPUMP and BODYBALANCE and freestyle classes outside.
Lynn teaches BODYPUMP and cycle with PF/AC. She is also trained in BODYSTEP/RPM and will be an upcoming BODYJAM instructor.
Eric teaches BODYCOMBAT and BODYPUMP and cycle with PF.
So with all these fitness freaks... what can we do together?
Binge! So unbecoming right... when we should be advocating healthy diets. And of course discuss the latest fitness trends and happenings and exchange fitness ideas.
It was fun! Thanks to Jean and KP once again for hosting us.
I went for Martin's Step II at 12pm... got 'sabo-ed' by him in the class... tsk tsk. Then I just hanged around in the gym before my 2hr BC class starting at 2pm. Initially, I was wondering if anyone would be coming for my class given the late timing, but in the end quite a few people came, so I was reasonably pleased with the turnout.
I did an Old School vs New School theme, which meant that I did N&G tracks (until BC20) for the first hr and then D&R tracks for the second hr (BC21 - present).
I even re-visited 3 tracks from BC35 - The United Vibe, You Can't Stop The Beat and That's Right, the latter two were received quite well. My Parkway crowd is quite good with the ginga (cos I keep drilling them), and I would say most people look cool doing it.
2 hr BC is always tiring so I was quite drained after class, but there's something about conducting classes that makes me happy. There's a satisfaction which I can't describe or put in words. Would definitely like to do this as long as I can.
After which, it was a mad rush to Jean's place for potluck. I brought along a sushi set from Sakae Sushi. Jean's place is quite far from me, but it was worth the trip as we had a fantastic time!
Some of the food we brought.
Pizza - Eric
Sushi set - ZJ (me lah)
Fried chix wing - Lynn
Potato salad - Weili
Satay and Old Chang Kee - Chris Boy & YY
Bacon with mushrooms, salad, brownie - Jean and her hubby KP(our host)
Ice-cream - Amy
(Front row - Jean, Lynn, Weili, YY, Standing - Me, Eric, Chris Boy)
(Left to right: YY, Chris, Me, Jean, Weili, Amy, Lynn, Eric) - Photo courtesy of KP who was not in picture.
Chris teaches BODYCOMBAT occasionally at American Club (AC).
I teach BODYCOMBAT at Planet Fitness, and hopefully BODYBALANCE soon.
Jean teaches BODYCOMBAT and BODYPUMP with PF, and some freestyle classes outside.
Weili teaches BODYPUMP with PF and BODYCOMBAT soon. She is also trained in BODYSTEP.
Amy teaches cycle with PF, and BODYPUMP and BODYBALANCE and freestyle classes outside.
Lynn teaches BODYPUMP and cycle with PF/AC. She is also trained in BODYSTEP/RPM and will be an upcoming BODYJAM instructor.
Eric teaches BODYCOMBAT and BODYPUMP and cycle with PF.
So with all these fitness freaks... what can we do together?
Binge! So unbecoming right... when we should be advocating healthy diets. And of course discuss the latest fitness trends and happenings and exchange fitness ideas.
It was fun! Thanks to Jean and KP once again for hosting us.
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