Beginners

Beginners practice a variety of footwork drills from the very onset of training.
In order to avoid being hit or caught-up in a struggle, it is necessary to get out of the way.

Most people start class with very lazy feet and poor physical sensitivity.
They are reluctant to step, and will stretch out their arms instead - effectively disconnecting the upper and lower body immediately.
Alternatively, they bend their knees too much and then find stepping difficult.

A martial student must become nimble, agile and fluid.