An Introduction to Okinawan Kyusho and Kiko This video covers the basic theories for bunkai using the basic techniques (kihon-waza) found in the Classical (Seito) Kata as examples. It also covers how these theories relate to the form of vital point fighting called kyusho-jutsu or chibudi [tsubo-te]. These are the so-called “hidden techniques” (kakushi-te... more »
The one inch punch is a punching technique from Chinese martial arts (kung fu) performed at very close (0-6 inches) range. The one inch punch was popularised by actor and martial artist Bruce Lee. The one inch punch is a skill which uses fa jin (translated as explosive power) to generate tremendous amounts of... more »
Learn how to do an over head elbow strike (hiji otoshi) in this free martial arts training video from expert Kyokushin karate instructor Tony... more »
Pak sao (slapping hand) is a Wing Chun Kung Fu blocking technique. This is a very effective block similar to a parry used in boxing where the hand is used to slap away your opponents strike to your head. The key to using the Pak Sao is to use it efficiently by ensuring that... more »
The Pinan Kata (peace and tranquillity forms) demonstrates aspects of individual concepts that many may not be aware of. If we take Ku-Shanku and break it down we can then identify these elements and recognise and understand them into the Kata of their own. Although all Kata generally demonstrate a ‘dropping movement’ at the... more »
Rear horse kick is a turning kick used in Taekwondo, Karate, MMA, Kickboxing, Thai boxing. In this technique you turn head and kick straight back with heel directly above the toes (like a mule). Like any other turning kick, the head still turns first to see the... more »
The Roundhouse kick in Korean, “dollyo chagi”. Also called snap kick, or turning kick. The attacker swings his/her leg sideways in a circular motion, kicking the opponent’s side with the front of the leg, usually with the top of the foot (called the instep), ball of the foot, toe (if careful), or shin. Also... more »
Savate is a French martial art which uses the hands and feet as weapons combining elements of western boxing with graceful kicking techniques.Only foot kicks are allowed unlike some systems such as Muay Thai, and Silat which allow the use of the knees or shins. “Savate” is a French word for “old shoe”. Savate... more »
Several kicks may be called a scissor kick, involving swinging out the legs to kick multiple targets or using the legs to take down an opponent. The popularized version of a scissor kick is, while lying down, or jumping, the kicker brings both legs to both sides of the opponent’s legs or to their... more »
Goho means “Hard System” and refers to the syllabus of striking and countering techniques. This includes punches, strikes, kicks, dodges, deflections, and blocks. Targets of these strikes are always weak points on the opponent’s body of which Shorinji Kempo utilizes... more »
Shuto uke (knife hand block) is a Karate block where you use the “knife hand” (edge of the hand near the pinky). This includes using both hands in a shuto block known as morote shuto uke. These blocks can be done from the outside (soto) or inside (uchi) relative to the attacker’s... more »
Practice Kung Fu stretches like the side kick stretch; learn Kung Fu moves taught at real Shaolin temples in this free martial arts video series. Expert: Bruce Wen Contact: www.shaolinca.com Bio: Bruce Wen has studied in China with Tibetan monks and runs his own Shaolin Kung Fu studio in California. Filmmaker: Nili... more »
Polick Haimau is a Silat fighting technique featured on the TV show “Human Weapon”. It’s a simultaneous attack to the groin and the face using a front kick and a... more »