SnakeStrike77

Yeah..that's all fine and good and all, but is there anything there that's an actual good technique, or just twirling crap? Behind the neck, figure 8's, and hand/finger rolls are good if you're going to be a baton twirler in a marching band, but have no use in the martial arts except for show. My opinion after 30+ years training in, and teaching Okinawan Kobudo anyway. I understand what you mean to a point here, and I was at the time just in the experimental stages of what I can do. Mostly a fan just watching different videos. My formal bo training didn't start until this month. Would you disagree that figure 8's are affective both offensively, and/or defensively?

Awesome topic! We also use Tiger claw, Leopard strike, but ours are the middle knuckles. (Very affective to the ribs) Snake, and Spear hands, Crane swings, and Dragon claws. Some of the not so well known like the "Heavy Hammer". All very affective, and can be applied to (in my opinion) to street use. What it may boil down too is what’s in your "street tool box" meaning what are your "go too" moves when the gi or uniform come off, and you're in jeans and a T-shirt? The other X factor that’s been stated and I agree with is circumstance, and opportunity to use said moves.

I've even just typed "bo" or "bo staff" and you get everything from simple drills and strikes to full forms and combat. If you throw a "vs." in there you get some great combat too. One of my favs looks like a very old fight. a Bo vs. Three section staff. Awesome stuff.

Hello everyone. For those of you that wear martial art shoes, or wrestling shoes for your marital arts. I’m looking to invest in the next week or so b/c my adidas are breaking quickly. I’d like to know: -What brand has worked best for you? -What style has worked best for (ie: laces or slip on. Low, mid or high top) -Brands I’ve considered: Nike Speedsweep VI, Nike Speedsweep VII Three-Quarter, Asics Matflex, and Mooto Metal Warrior Footwear Shoes, and Ringstar® Flex Martial. -Where to buy them? Im seeing mostly online this time of year. -Any other suggestions UNDER $50. I can’t find any more adidas, and puma. Maybe Im looking in the wrong spot?

LOL thats too funny b/c I hear the same thing! After the first drop I get back with it and then try harder when I should be relaxing more. Funny how that works huh? Just for a reference I use a 6' graphite tapered bo. Being 6'2" only seems to make sense.

I prefer chain on my chucks, and I am experiments with a 3 section staff that is chain. This may be weird but I like the sound of the chain..lol.

If any of the Utube Bo vids stick out let me know! The ones I've been paying close attention too are the "Martial Art Bo Staff Tech" That guy has some good tips for tricks. I too am only just starting out. Some luck with behind the neck, figure 8's, and hand/finger rolls. Good stuff!

You are most welcome. Glad I help!

So, my question is, is Quan Fa/Chuan Fa similar, just different ways to say the same thing, or two very different things? Much thanks for the info!! From what I gather In Chinese, where these characters are pronounced "quan fa" (sometimes Romanized as "chuan fa" because the Chinese-pinyin "q" actually sounds like an English "ch" sound), It is simply defined as "the law of the fist", or "fist law". I can double check with our Master but for what it's worth our rank certificates say "Ch'uan Fa".

yeah that would be cool this what i have found which does show a transition from kung fu to karate i would of thought if you reverse the roll the other way would of been more beneficial horses for courses Hello! Was there any other info for this? As we advance further in the ranks we are learning in more detail of these animals, and I would very much enjoy another reference. Much Thanks in advance!!

For me in sparring it depends on what I want to do next (trying to think 3 moves ahead) I will open hand/perry against someone who likes to throw big swinging punches from either side so I can convert into a grapple/takedown or control point. I have always hard blocked kicks with a closed fist or try to dodge/deflect all together. I’m still learning a technique where one can side step into a kick with open hands for a catch/grapple. I need to work on my speed for that though. lol

Good grief man!! That’s tough! Did you have idea that was coming?? Yes I would imagine you being a Black Belt that he would be tough on you. Then again I’ve never heard of this happening to a black belt. In our dojo it is a huge disrespect to drop our belt. At the beginning and end of each class we bow on our knees and we are then allowed to add, or remove our belt. We can’t just walk in, or out with it on. Having it on is a sign that we are there and ready to go. Nothing like learning the hard way huh??

Depending on the day Bow in Meditate Stretch Warm up Drills Sparring Open class for self practice* Some days we work harder on the drills and Sparring if there's a new tech Sensei wants to show us *We usually break up in belt groups and practice our material. If an individual is ready, he/she will be taught the next move by Sensei. Class time 90min.

Turned 32 this month

I favor my right but working on balancing. As a child I was ambidextrous. I used to start writing with my left and mid way through the page I was switch with to my right. I ultimately choose my right hand, but my left leg, is stronger, faster, and more flexible. Odd.