Articles Archive

The Chin Jab clip

Ted Truscott — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:02:12 -0400

The chin jab is a very strong move. This short clip starts with a discussion of even small people can create a lot of power with proper body dynamics.

Done correctly with good timing, this technique can be a fight ender by itself but never, never, depend on that!

It also lends itself nicely to combinations with other techniques.

The Combat Slap:

Ted Truscott — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:01:12 -0400

Here is an introduction to the cup hand strike. Very good in combination; it is fast and can create openings for more serious follow-up.
For you seniors, you will be glad the girls in your youth did not know how to slap like this! :)

And, for your viewing enjoyment, here is an expert doing a demo…Martin slaps Slavo.

The Knee Spike

Ted Truscott — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:00:12 -0400

The knee spike is a natural follow up to the chin jab or an ear cup (boxing the ears) used as an entry.

HAPKIDO CANE:

Ted Truscott — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 18:49:35 -0400

HAPKIDO CANE: Big Stick Fighting from the Dojo to the Street by that force of nature, Alain Burrese.

The UPSIDE:
Once again Alain has created a quality product out of the strongest interests of his life, self defence and Hapkido.