I came into NTU Tkd based on my memory of what it was like three years back. The atmosphere was different and people really cared about us. Probably the passing of time has painted such a beautiful memory of what Tkd was. I assumed I could relive that experience again but I was mistaken. The senior belts attributed the little bonding of the club to both the senior and junior belts for not being proactive in befriending everyone. But will they really work and improve in this area?
I did try to initiate conversation to others but you do feel the distance due to seniority of their belts and often approaching them first takes a lot of guts. Imagine going to training alone. That already took up all my courage. I'm happy that some voiced out valid concerns for the club but even my senior said it is hard to change. The most pressing issue on hand is still the bonding among members, the freshies and the seniors. My friend said that most of the white belts who joined last semester have filtered away until only a handful remained. So true.
And the attributing factor to that? Not enough attention and guidance to the white belts from the seniors and a particular factor that i personally feel strongly: not many coloured belts are willing to partner white belts during training. I mean who would wanna waste their time with a kid who has not the slightest idea in holding a hand-mit? I wouldn't want to if I were them but I know I have to try to take that initiative.
I hope that the club won't be so goal oriented and pay attention to bonding. Maybe they could take a leaf out of the Aikido club's book.
