THINGS TO THINK ABOUT AGAINST SOMEONE WITH A KNIFE COLD STEEL IS A RECIPE FOR DEATH 1, First thing to realise, there is no defence against a complete surprise attack with the intent to kill, no martial arts in the world will save you period. 2, Remember its your blood of funeral 3, Never cross your feet in actual combat 4, Keep weapons and hands in conspicuously at the ready 5, Heavy clothing resistant to slashing attacks, or thrust from short blade 6, Throw dirt, loose change, a coat or even furniture, you could even spit in his face, jab the legs of a chair in his face drive him into anything that will unbalance him 7, Low kicks to the shins the moment he moves forward without exposing yourself too much 8, Once his initial attack is halted immediately move to deliver disabling blows to the eyes, throat and testicles 9, If you have a club, baton, stick or flashlight then you are on better terms, you have extra arm distance 10, Look confident, never exhibit fear 11, Keep it simple, make every attack simple and direct 12, Focus on the enemy, never take your eyes or mind off your enemy, awareness is always the first line of defence 13, Be deceptive, never give away your intentions to the enemy, strike without telegraphing 14, You are a stick of dynamite when you move explode 15, Think like a preditor, stalk to gain or invade, safe distance, image him for movement, position yourself accordingly then attack 16, Don`t be reluctant to pick up an object to use as a weapon if the situation warrants it 17, When forced into a violent encounter create the highest degree of pain in the shortest amount of time 18, Dodging exercises should be designed for you to get out of the way, stay balanced and position yourself to counter with speed 19, When dealing with an attacker with a weapon realise it is the attacker you are fighting and not the weapon 20, Anger and fear will prevent you from moving with great speed 21, Your blow should be felt before it is seen 22, Both speed and skill are handicapped by tension 23, To react with speed and accuracy maintain a clear mind and dont anticipate the enemy's attack 24, The only thing that goes through my mind is how quick i can disarm the enemy 25, Speed is often the difference between first and dead in a real life battle 26, There is no magic to this, by simply practicing freely in the manner outlined today your subconcious will teach you more useful information than if you had crammed your brain with fifty fancy knife techniques 27, Be careful when working out with a partner so you dont injure each other, work only as fast as you are capable of SHIHAN STEVE HAS ENCOUTERD CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
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High roundhouse kick (jodan mawashi geri) The roundhouse kick (Mawashi Geri) is one of the most popular of the karate kicks. It can be used to attack at any level from the knee to the head. When performed correctly, the roundhouse kick can be devastatingly fast and effective in strikes to the ribs and head. In sparring tournaments, many knock-outs are the result of a good roundhouse kick to the head. How to perform a high roundhouse kick (jodan mawashi geri)
1, Never change what works. 2, Grasp whatever you can, be open minded about everything. 3, Learn what you want to learn,but never close your mind to something different. 4, Knowing yourself helps you to know others. 5, Never stop learning - never limit yourself to what you think you may attain. 6, To be in 100% shape, you must first be in 100% mental shape. 7, Respect your judgement- remember you cannot fool yourself. 8, Take defeat as a process of learning. 9, Never degrade yourself by thinking negativley. 10, If you lose figure out why you lost and find the defences- which will help you next time. 11, There is no time for being old fashioned- one must progress. 12, Learn to train your mind to be ahead of your body. 13, Beat the pain mentally and you can go on forever. 14, Don`t try to be as good as somebody - strive to be better. 15, Winning isn`t everything - its the only thing. This is your new blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar. 1, Keep fit, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. 2, Be deceptive, never give away to the opponent of enemy your intentions. 3, Develop an instinct - finish an opponent of enemy off. 4, Keep calm - cool - relaxed, learn to control body tension. 5, Look confident, never exhibit fear to your opponent or enemy. 6, Keep it simple, make every attach simple and direct. 7, Think of nothing, think neither of winning or losing - just do it. 8, Focus on the enemy, never take youe eyes of mind off the opponent. 9, Train in Versatility, be good with both hands and feet, left and right. 10, Be explosive, exercise total commitment in every attach and counter attack. This amazing little weapon of self -defence, must be considered one of the most economical-totally effective methods of protection available. Considered the OLD MANS tool of self-defence, the snapping short stick is a totally deceptive weapon. Approximately 11 inches in length and 1 inch in diameter, and made of oak, the bone breaker is used in short shocking strikes against bony portions of the anatomy and for paralyzing nerve centres. Once contact is made on bony protrusions of the enemy`s anatomy, the bone breaker shatters the bone, much as rock hitting a window-shield of a car at high speed. The length and width of the weapon form a tool similar to a turning fork, creating vibrations as the oak stick makes contact with another object. These vibrations enter the bone and create a shattering effect upon contact, totally disabling the attackers portion of his anatomy as it enters your sphere of defence. The hands cord attached to the butt of the weapon creates a release-retraction method, not available in other methods of self-defence , such as the " Fan " or " Yawari Stick ". The bonebreaker can be snapped out and retracted quickly by use of the cord attached to the weapon and wrapped over the thumb and outside of the weapon-hand, it creates an added snap and shock to the initial strikes. 1, Grasping the stick 2, Blocking 3, Striking 4, Combination's and Take-downs 4, Chocking and Control This fascinating weapon is extremely deceptive, and great caution should be taken during its training and use. At close quarters in crowded or tight areas where the baton becomes restricted because of interval, the bone breaker exceeds all forms of defensive close-quarter combatives aimed at controlling the assailant. All fighting techniques of the stick are combined with striking, kicking, joint locking and throwing of chocking. The Cane has long been considered the " Gentleman`s " weapon for self-defense. Often carried by the old and disabled, the cane has been a sign of weakness, and in this deception alone lies a great advantage. Years ago, in the ancient times of Korea and Asia, the noble class was aware of this advantage for self-defense, so they developed a series of techniques for defense, physical training and exercise. Thus a sign of weakness and deception became a weapon and vehicle of strength for the old and noble. Im actuality the cane is an extremely dangerous weapon, and the curvature of the handle is an excellent tool for blocking, trapping and controlling attacks to the limbs. The hook of the cane provides an excellent point to apply pressure against nerve centers and for chocking, tearing or gouging. Direct thrusts with the tip of the cane are made to vital nerve centers. Primary targets are the eyes, throat, solar plexus and groin. The blocks are utilized as strikes against bony protrusions of the anatomy, followed by a trap and throw, thus the cane becomes an excellent weapon of control and self-defense in critical situations. A WORD ON KARATE: Karate ( empty hand ) is one of the worlds most noblest and most practical martial arts, it is based on a philosophy of inner calm and balance and is currently enjoying wide popularity.The world over karate is not only a form of unarmed combat but is a way to discipline the body in order to improve. The spirit besides conditioning the body and improving speed, strength and co-ordination, karate increases ones alertness and self awareness, it also teaches confidence in ones abilities to deal with the world around him/her. There are no short cuts. Your knowledge is your strength.. Steve nicknamed the headhunter by the late grandmaster professor Phil Milner, Karate is my blood and Backbone.. A WORD ABOUT KOBUDO, STICK FIGHTING: All martial arts can be both creative and destructive, used as a means of aggression they will eventually destroy the person who misuses them, used correctly they can provide a stimulating and practical training and at the same time they can be a means of education and discipline. Karate = Empty Hand Kobudo = Old martial arts Atemi-Waze = attacking vital spots on the body Ju-Jitsu = Numerous other ways Ryukyu = Islands Wado-Ryu = School of Peace Kempo Fists = Boxing Yawara = The original name of Jujitsu Yudansha = Black Belt Holders Jutsu = Techniques Kia = Harmony of life force The Syllabus for Black Belt;- The Wado Ryu Kempo Jitsu and Ryukyu Kempo Karate were formed by Grandmaster Phil Milner and Shinan Steve Costello, and consist of.
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