Quote Originally Posted by morgan23 View Post
Yeah, the "coach" just says to hit the pads using certain punches, then we partner up and take it in turns of holding pads and punching.
This isn't unusual, especially if you are beginning. Would be nice to have a coach for every person at all times, but unrealistic. They are just getting you used to throwing. Only thing I'd say to watch out for is being partnered up with someone who holds them too far apart, often if new themselves for fear of being hit in the face accidentally.