http://youtu.be/Zf1crcPlJwc
I strike with my rear arm as I block with my lead arm.
The Forehand Knifehand Swing is a big powerful strike that is easy to see coming. So it must be preceded by a quick strike) or block beforehand or it will be defended against.
Without prejudice
Friday, January 31, 2014
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Simultaneous Block with Snapping Hammerfist Counter
http://youtu.be/HzVQ2P6D94U
I strike with my rear arm as I block with my lead arm.
The main difference between today’s drill and yesterday’s is that I am countering with a snapping hammerfist.
This is a deceptive, dangerous maneuver that should be had to see coming, let alone defend against.
Without prejudice
I strike with my rear arm as I block with my lead arm.
The main difference between today’s drill and yesterday’s is that I am countering with a snapping hammerfist.
This is a deceptive, dangerous maneuver that should be had to see coming, let alone defend against.
Without prejudice
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Simultaneous Block with Counter Punch
http://youtu.be/-imFRdiWz68
I strike with my rear arm as I block with my lead arm.
The trick is to able to execute this without thought. To know when to do it and then just do it when the time and distance are right.
If necessary, I may even set this combination up with a false draw but it must be a reflex movement or it will be too slow.
Without prejudice
I strike with my rear arm as I block with my lead arm.
The trick is to able to execute this without thought. To know when to do it and then just do it when the time and distance are right.
If necessary, I may even set this combination up with a false draw but it must be a reflex movement or it will be too slow.
Without prejudice
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Block, Check, Counter
http://youtu.be/gVrTkhsrcyQ
Against a heavy driving thrust, I execute my block, then I check his still extended arm as I counter attack.
Simple to say: not so easy against a resisting opponent.
Without prejudice
Against a heavy driving thrust, I execute my block, then I check his still extended arm as I counter attack.
Simple to say: not so easy against a resisting opponent.
Without prejudice
Monday, January 27, 2014
Lead Block then Lead Counter
http://youtu.be/Za2qFMdTSRI
The rhythm of this drill is different than yesterdays.
I flow my counter immediately off of my block.
My blocking arm in very close to the attacker: so my counter should be able to land before he can strike again.
Without prejudice
The rhythm of this drill is different than yesterdays.
I flow my counter immediately off of my block.
My blocking arm in very close to the attacker: so my counter should be able to land before he can strike again.
Without prejudice
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Lead Block and then Rear Counter
http://youtu.be/XlguchZJQ6c
The video show how to do this and on the face of it, it looks simple.
Looks can be deceiving as there is a pause between the block and the counter.
Without prejudice
The video show how to do this and on the face of it, it looks simple.
Looks can be deceiving as there is a pause between the block and the counter.
Without prejudice
Friday, January 24, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and Three Miscellaneous Strikes at Punching Distance
http://youtu.be/ghftJBtwPII
*WARNING* These strikes look like nothing but they can inflict serious damage. Also, the strikes themselves are quite challenging and must be learned from an expert and practiced correctly under supervision. What is shown here is nothing more than an entertaining video where these strikes are shown briefly. This does NOT constitute instruction in any way.
These three strikes require a strong grip to begin with or the practitioner risks the very real danger of hurting themselves.
The first uses the hook point of the Sheppard’s hook in a horizontal hook fashion (as shown on the video).
The second has the Cane upright with the end in the air. I use the hook as a weapon. This is the most challenging of the strikes. The risk to hand and wrist is very real.
The third strike is a thrust with the end and because it is done one handed at close range; it tends to feel like there is nothing to this. This is a powerful strike and should not be taken lightly!
Without prejudice
*WARNING* These strikes look like nothing but they can inflict serious damage. Also, the strikes themselves are quite challenging and must be learned from an expert and practiced correctly under supervision. What is shown here is nothing more than an entertaining video where these strikes are shown briefly. This does NOT constitute instruction in any way.
These three strikes require a strong grip to begin with or the practitioner risks the very real danger of hurting themselves.
The first uses the hook point of the Sheppard’s hook in a horizontal hook fashion (as shown on the video).
The second has the Cane upright with the end in the air. I use the hook as a weapon. This is the most challenging of the strikes. The risk to hand and wrist is very real.
The third strike is a thrust with the end and because it is done one handed at close range; it tends to feel like there is nothing to this. This is a powerful strike and should not be taken lightly!
Without prejudice
Thursday, January 23, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and the Backhand Thrust with the butt end at Punching Distance
http://youtu.be/1bOEqdiOB6E
This is very similar to the technique I was using a couple of days ago. The main difference is that by using the butt end, I can strike without tangling my can up.
The challenge is that I must grip the Cane firmly or I will hurt myself when I strike.
Without prejudice
This is very similar to the technique I was using a couple of days ago. The main difference is that by using the butt end, I can strike without tangling my can up.
The challenge is that I must grip the Cane firmly or I will hurt myself when I strike.
Without prejudice
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and the Forehand Swing at Punching Distance
http://youtu.be/CGfkqpkvUwY
Working with the Cane at punching distance poses significant challenges. This is true when using it in a Forehand Swing too.
Today, I am practicing the Forehand Swing at punching range.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip in this case is one where my wrist moves very little.
If there is a bag in the way, I drive into it then withdraw the Cane back the way I came.
If there is no resistance, this swing looks very similar to the one I did at long range. However, there are major differences in the application and in the recovery between the two distances.
Control of the Cane must be emphasized at all times. Power, precision and confidence come this control of the Cane.
Without prejudice
Working with the Cane at punching distance poses significant challenges. This is true when using it in a Forehand Swing too.
Today, I am practicing the Forehand Swing at punching range.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip in this case is one where my wrist moves very little.
If there is a bag in the way, I drive into it then withdraw the Cane back the way I came.
If there is no resistance, this swing looks very similar to the one I did at long range. However, there are major differences in the application and in the recovery between the two distances.
Control of the Cane must be emphasized at all times. Power, precision and confidence come this control of the Cane.
Without prejudice
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and the Backhand Thrust at Punching Distance
http://youtu.be/UtX0gCgCaNY
Working with the Cane at punching distance poses significant challenges. The Cane can become entangled or jammed. It can be grabbed. I can be grabbed and unless I know what I am doing, I will only have one hand to work with.
And then there is the real possibility that if I discard the Cane in a Self-Defense situation (or even in a friendly match); it could be used against me.
Today, I am practicing the Backhand Thrust at punching range. The video shows how to do this.
Combining this strike with steps, blocks, kicks, Cane retention techniques; that is the challenge.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip in this case is one where my wrist moves very little. I am assertive in my use of the cane but I assertively keep my wrist still. I know that sounds a bit strange but it is all too easy to damage my arm if I am not careful about how I wield this short staff known as a Cane.
Without prejudice
Working with the Cane at punching distance poses significant challenges. The Cane can become entangled or jammed. It can be grabbed. I can be grabbed and unless I know what I am doing, I will only have one hand to work with.
And then there is the real possibility that if I discard the Cane in a Self-Defense situation (or even in a friendly match); it could be used against me.
Today, I am practicing the Backhand Thrust at punching range. The video shows how to do this.
Combining this strike with steps, blocks, kicks, Cane retention techniques; that is the challenge.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip in this case is one where my wrist moves very little. I am assertive in my use of the cane but I assertively keep my wrist still. I know that sounds a bit strange but it is all too easy to damage my arm if I am not careful about how I wield this short staff known as a Cane.
Without prejudice
Monday, January 20, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and the Underhand Diagonal Strikes
http://youtu.be/gA-aGTl19UY
Simply the reverse direction of what I was doing yesterday.
Again, this both a simple yet advanced concept that can go so very wrong so quickly and the consequences can be long lasting.
Care must be taken due to the deceptively powerful nature of these strikes.
I strike underhand in a diagonal fashion with a Ridgehand (and hip torque). I also use the Cane in the second grip in the same way but at a much greater distance.
The video demonstrates how and how far away, etcetera but it is vital to remember these keys points.
The Cane is essentially, a short staff, not a sword. The two have entirely different effects when they land. Do not confuse one with the other.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip must be both firm yet facile. It must allow for both impact and movement. In many ways, the Cane Grip is a position like any other and must be trained just as seriously.
I strive to always know where the end of my Cane is.
Again:
Last but not least; striking a bag the resists is a very different thing than striking the air (which does not). Both must be practiced and due diligence must be exercised during this practice.
I cannot emphasize this last point strongly enough.
BE CAREFUL!!!!
Without prejudice
Simply the reverse direction of what I was doing yesterday.
Again, this both a simple yet advanced concept that can go so very wrong so quickly and the consequences can be long lasting.
Care must be taken due to the deceptively powerful nature of these strikes.
I strike underhand in a diagonal fashion with a Ridgehand (and hip torque). I also use the Cane in the second grip in the same way but at a much greater distance.
The video demonstrates how and how far away, etcetera but it is vital to remember these keys points.
The Cane is essentially, a short staff, not a sword. The two have entirely different effects when they land. Do not confuse one with the other.
Cane control is a matter of knowledge put into practice. I know what I am doing and I do it.
The Cane grip must be both firm yet facile. It must allow for both impact and movement. In many ways, the Cane Grip is a position like any other and must be trained just as seriously.
I strive to always know where the end of my Cane is.
Again:
Last but not least; striking a bag the resists is a very different thing than striking the air (which does not). Both must be practiced and due diligence must be exercised during this practice.
I cannot emphasize this last point strongly enough.
BE CAREFUL!!!!
Without prejudice
Sunday, January 19, 2014
The 2nd Grip on the Cane and the Overhand Diagonal Strikes
http://youtu.be/mtP9DhhxdO4
While this is a simple enough idea; this is an advanced concept because it can go so very wrong so quickly.
Care must be taken due to the deceptively powerful nature of these strikes.
I can strike overhand in a diagonal fashion with a Knifehand (and hip torque) or I can use the Cane in the second grip.
The video demonstrates how and how far away, etcetera but it is vital to remember three keys points.
The Cane is essentially, a short staff, not a sword. The two have entirely different effects when they land. Do not confuse one with the other.
Gripping the Cane and controlling it effectively is a matter of constant practice (as all Martial Arts are). This is not militant cheer leading and care must be exercised at all times or things will get broken and people will be hurt unintentionally.
Last but not least; striking a bag the resists is a very different thing than striking the air (which does not). Both must be practiced and due diligence must be exercised during this practice.
I cannot emphasize this last point strongly enough.
BE CAREFUL!!!!
Without prejudice
While this is a simple enough idea; this is an advanced concept because it can go so very wrong so quickly.
Care must be taken due to the deceptively powerful nature of these strikes.
I can strike overhand in a diagonal fashion with a Knifehand (and hip torque) or I can use the Cane in the second grip.
The video demonstrates how and how far away, etcetera but it is vital to remember three keys points.
The Cane is essentially, a short staff, not a sword. The two have entirely different effects when they land. Do not confuse one with the other.
Gripping the Cane and controlling it effectively is a matter of constant practice (as all Martial Arts are). This is not militant cheer leading and care must be exercised at all times or things will get broken and people will be hurt unintentionally.
Last but not least; striking a bag the resists is a very different thing than striking the air (which does not). Both must be practiced and due diligence must be exercised during this practice.
I cannot emphasize this last point strongly enough.
BE CAREFUL!!!!
Without prejudice
Friday, January 17, 2014
Miscellaneous Kicks
*Warning! These are nasty and deceptively easy-to-practice kicks but they can be hard to use. They are are all done close in and a quick opponent could deal a telling counter.
Rising Knee
http://youtu.be/ShNi1ZG-sG4
This is a simple enough Self-Defense strike. I start in a Forward Bow at punching range. From there, I lift my rear leg forward driving the top of the thigh into my attacker’s groin.
Oblique Kick
http://youtu.be/7SuIujjrXVw
Also known as a ‘Chasse’ in French Savate, this kick looks like nothing. In this case looks are deceiving. If I land it, the risk of serious injury to my attacker is real and great. If I miss, then I could be in trouble.
Foot Sweep
http://youtu.be/WJQaagCeOsY
Again, a simple kick that works well when it lands but it must be timed perfectly to trip the attacker’s moving foot. Against a stationary leg, this sweep could land me in trouble.
Without prejudice
Rising Knee
http://youtu.be/ShNi1ZG-sG4
This is a simple enough Self-Defense strike. I start in a Forward Bow at punching range. From there, I lift my rear leg forward driving the top of the thigh into my attacker’s groin.
Oblique Kick
http://youtu.be/7SuIujjrXVw
Also known as a ‘Chasse’ in French Savate, this kick looks like nothing. In this case looks are deceiving. If I land it, the risk of serious injury to my attacker is real and great. If I miss, then I could be in trouble.
Foot Sweep
http://youtu.be/WJQaagCeOsY
Again, a simple kick that works well when it lands but it must be timed perfectly to trip the attacker’s moving foot. Against a stationary leg, this sweep could land me in trouble.
Without prejudice
Thursday, January 16, 2014
The Back Hook Kick
Again today, I am still crippled up and as a result, I perform this, the Back Hook Kick while looking away. In other words, I see my target, then I turn away and drive the bottom of my heel back into my opponent.
This is a dangerous maneuver that I use because I take my eyes off my target at kicking range. I do this today because I am unable to turn fully a see while executing this kick. Even at the best of times, this is a dangerous maneuver because now I am at punching range with my back to my opponent.
I am successful while kicking because I practice this kick often and correctly at various speeds.
Some days I can turn enough to see my opponent. This is how I do it when I cannot turn that far.
The first video is a basic demonstration of how this kick is executed and how close I am.
http://youtu.be/LjiezKldeEg
The next two videos show how I perform these kicks during practice.
The Slide in Back Thrust Kick
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpjgbg-UNvs
The Shift Forward Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/0vh366_7Vco
Without prejudice
This is a dangerous maneuver that I use because I take my eyes off my target at kicking range. I do this today because I am unable to turn fully a see while executing this kick. Even at the best of times, this is a dangerous maneuver because now I am at punching range with my back to my opponent.
I am successful while kicking because I practice this kick often and correctly at various speeds.
Some days I can turn enough to see my opponent. This is how I do it when I cannot turn that far.
The first video is a basic demonstration of how this kick is executed and how close I am.
http://youtu.be/LjiezKldeEg
The next two videos show how I perform these kicks during practice.
The Slide in Back Thrust Kick
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpjgbg-UNvs
The Shift Forward Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/0vh366_7Vco
Without prejudice
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
The Back Thrust Kick
Today, I am crippled up and as a result, I perform my back kick while looking away. In other words, I see my target, then I turn away and drive the bottom of my heel back into my opponent.
This is a dangerous maneuver that I use because I take my eyes off my target at kicking range. I do this today because I am unable to turn fully a see while executing this kick.
I am successful while kicking because I practice this kick often and correctly at various speeds.
Some days I can turn enough to see my opponent. This is how I do it when I cannot turn that far.
I perform this kick three different ways.
The videos show how I perform these kicks
The Slide in Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/LrmlNl2T7U0
The Shift Forward Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/SYkIPxuojjE
The Shift away Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/5Y4IFVXhLWE
Without prejudice
This is a dangerous maneuver that I use because I take my eyes off my target at kicking range. I do this today because I am unable to turn fully a see while executing this kick.
I am successful while kicking because I practice this kick often and correctly at various speeds.
Some days I can turn enough to see my opponent. This is how I do it when I cannot turn that far.
I perform this kick three different ways.
The videos show how I perform these kicks
The Slide in Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/LrmlNl2T7U0
The Shift Forward Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/SYkIPxuojjE
The Shift away Spin Back Thrust Kick
http://youtu.be/5Y4IFVXhLWE
Without prejudice
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Using the Cane with Kicks on the Same Side
Again, I think of the Cane as a three foot staff.
Slide in Kicks
http://youtu.be/oeL-MijNvcc
In this drill I am Sliding in a Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
The idea is to make sure the Cane is out of my way.
Shift Forward Kicks
http://youtu.be/ttpZWll88As
In this drill I am Shifting Forward and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Rear hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Shift Away Kicks
http://youtu.be/LYoenZZZqDI
In this drill I am Shifting Away and Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Without prejudice
Slide in Kicks
http://youtu.be/oeL-MijNvcc
In this drill I am Sliding in a Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
The idea is to make sure the Cane is out of my way.
Shift Forward Kicks
http://youtu.be/ttpZWll88As
In this drill I am Shifting Forward and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Rear hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Shift Away Kicks
http://youtu.be/LYoenZZZqDI
In this drill I am Shifting Away and Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Without prejudice
Monday, January 13, 2014
Using the Cane with Kicks on the Opposite Side
Try thinking of the Cane as a three foot staff.
Slide in Kicks
http://youtu.be/5-bPhbE197M
When I am kicking I usually do not hold the Cane or if I hold it, I do not use it for support.
However, in this drill I am Sliding in a Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Rear hand.
The idea is to make sure the Cane is out of my way.
Shift Forward Kicks
http://youtu.be/1cUhfL9z9J0
In this drill I am Shifting Forward and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Shift Away Kicks
http://youtu.be/jzn2LikmYeI
In this drill I am Shifting Away and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Without prejudice
Slide in Kicks
http://youtu.be/5-bPhbE197M
When I am kicking I usually do not hold the Cane or if I hold it, I do not use it for support.
However, in this drill I am Sliding in a Kicking with my Lead leg while I hold the Cane in my Rear hand.
The idea is to make sure the Cane is out of my way.
Shift Forward Kicks
http://youtu.be/1cUhfL9z9J0
In this drill I am Shifting Forward and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Shift Away Kicks
http://youtu.be/jzn2LikmYeI
In this drill I am Shifting Away and Kicking with my Rear leg while I hold the Cane in my Lead hand.
Again, the idea is to keep the Cane out of my way.
Without prejudice
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Cane Basics
Basics using the Cane
http://youtu.be/18Jh5AA_-4I
I have a serious back injury that I have to modify all my training around. I wear a back brace, I use a Cane and I train with this injury in mind.
There are three ways I use the Cane. I put it aside to allow the use of both hands. I hold onto it while I am striking with the other hand. I use it as a tool in my training.
I use nine basic grips on the Cane and it is just easier to show them than to describe them so I’ll let you watch the video. The first six I have shown before and the ninth is suitable only for punching.
The seventh and eight grips allow me to shorten my grip on the cane and use it in a one handed fashion at fingertip distance.
There are two major ways I hold onto this piece of wood. One is the hammer grip and two is the saber grip. I do not like to grip this piece of wood like a sword because it does not function like a sword and the risk of injury is significant. So I prefer the hammer grip.
Six Basic Blocks with the Cane in the Eight Grip
http://youtu.be/VD9NjCwm4iA
Again, this is done at fingertip distance. The basic blocks I use against a bare handed attack with my forearm are also done with the cane. I make it a point to use the portion of the cane closest to my hand to block with.
These blocks are done against a bare handed attack. Weapons defenses are done somewhat differently.
Grip Switching from the Walking Grip the Half Grip
http://youtu.be/b1qWPuTyt3M
The video shows best how this is done. The basic idea is to go from ‘one’ grip to ‘seven’ grip to ‘eight’ grip and back to ‘one’ grip again.
This is done in a looking at it in neutral to start off with and gradually progressing to moving through stance changes while not looking at it.
The idea is to making using the cane and changing grips without letting go, an effortless movement.
Without prejudice
http://youtu.be/18Jh5AA_-4I
I have a serious back injury that I have to modify all my training around. I wear a back brace, I use a Cane and I train with this injury in mind.
There are three ways I use the Cane. I put it aside to allow the use of both hands. I hold onto it while I am striking with the other hand. I use it as a tool in my training.
I use nine basic grips on the Cane and it is just easier to show them than to describe them so I’ll let you watch the video. The first six I have shown before and the ninth is suitable only for punching.
The seventh and eight grips allow me to shorten my grip on the cane and use it in a one handed fashion at fingertip distance.
There are two major ways I hold onto this piece of wood. One is the hammer grip and two is the saber grip. I do not like to grip this piece of wood like a sword because it does not function like a sword and the risk of injury is significant. So I prefer the hammer grip.
Six Basic Blocks with the Cane in the Eight Grip
http://youtu.be/VD9NjCwm4iA
Again, this is done at fingertip distance. The basic blocks I use against a bare handed attack with my forearm are also done with the cane. I make it a point to use the portion of the cane closest to my hand to block with.
These blocks are done against a bare handed attack. Weapons defenses are done somewhat differently.
Grip Switching from the Walking Grip the Half Grip
http://youtu.be/b1qWPuTyt3M
The video shows best how this is done. The basic idea is to go from ‘one’ grip to ‘seven’ grip to ‘eight’ grip and back to ‘one’ grip again.
This is done in a looking at it in neutral to start off with and gradually progressing to moving through stance changes while not looking at it.
The idea is to making using the cane and changing grips without letting go, an effortless movement.
Without prejudice
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