There are two places in my area that train MMA. I have trained at both, and both have a definate deficiancy in thier training scedule
Ukemi, the gentle art of falling over
In judo as we all know, ukemi is a a vital part of the art, the first thing you will learn, and perhaps the most usefull thing you will ever learn for everyday life
At the first place I trained I know the ground work coach as he came to judo. After I had taken down a few of the guys he asked me to tone down the throws as the guys at the gym "...didn't have great breakfalls."
I would arrive ten minuits early and do ukemi to warm up, and the other guys would look at me like I had two heads
At my new place there is a similar vibe. We were drilling hip throws, so I give my partner first go. He performs a decent uke goshi, I slap the mat good and hard like, and he appologises for throwing me so hard and asks me if I'm OK
Watching the other guys get taken down is painfull
Niether place teaches or activly trains ukemi as a fundamental skill set every session
Is this a common quality control issue in MMA gyms, or am I just unlucky?