By Scott Sonnon

Many people come to RMAX with extensive martial arts backgrounds. Some have had formal training in a gym or dojo, and some have had informal training through books, videos and personal practice. All are 'trained' from the perspective that everyone has preconceived notions about terms. When you read the word sparring certain ideas spring to mind, depending upon your formal and/or informal training. This article addresses the nature of the term "sparring" and how it applies to the world of RMAX.

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