Elbow – Martial Arts Videos

Aikido ude garami
“Ude garami” is literally translates as “arm wrap”. This technique is a joint lock (kansetsu waza) against the elbow and it’s often called “Kimura”. In Aikido application ude garami can be inner (uchi ude garami) or outer (soto ude garami) referring to your position relative to that of the person recieving the... more »
Art of Eight Limbs
The word “muay” derives from the Sanskrit mavya. Muay Thai is referred to as the “Art of Eight Limbs” or the “Science Of Eight Limbs” because it makes use of punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes, thus using eight “points of contact”, as opposed to “two points” (fists) in boxing and “four points” (hands... more »
Back elbow strike in Kyokushin Karate
Learn how to throw a back elbow strike (ushiro empi) in this free martial arts training video from expert Kyokushin karate instructor Tony... more »
Best Muay Thai knockouts
This video is showing the best knockouts in Muay Thai... more »
Close quarters combat techniques for Krav Maga
In this free video clip learn how to properly inflict elbow hits, knee strikes and groin kicks according to Krav Maga teachings for self defense training. Expert: Steve... more »
Cross armlock
The cross armlock (juji gatame) is derived from japanese jujutsu. In general, the attacker grabs the wrist of the targeted arm of the opponent, holding and securing it by squeezing it between the thighs of the attacker. The attacker’s legs end up across the opponent’s chest, with the arm held between the thighs, with... more »
Double elbow chop
Double elbow chop (Sok Ku in Thai) is used in Muay Thai for such targets like head, face or collar-bone. It is more of a defensive move against a thai fighter that is aggressive and likes to charge. To enhance this technique, swing a heavy bag away from you. As the bag moves forward... more »
Krav Maga self defense techniques: elbow strikes
In this free video clip learn how to properly inflict elbow strikes according to Krav Maga teachings for self defense training. Expert: Steve... more »
Mawashi empi uchi (elbow strike)
Mawashi empi uchi (inside circular elbow strike) is a Karate technique. Empi uchi are very strong, they are applied mainly for close range fighting where it’s difficult to avoid or lock them. The elbow strikes are generally forbidden in Karate competitions. They are studied mostly in Katas and self... more »
Rising elbow strike in Kyokushin Karate
Learn how to throw a rising elbow strike in this free martial arts training video from expert Kyokushin karate instructor Tony... more »
Side elbow strike in Kyokushin Karate
Learn how to throw a side elbow strike (yoko empi) in this free martial arts training video from expert Kyokushin karate instructor Tony... more »