SBN Doug

Everybody is right. Top of the foot can be used for softer areas of the body. The thigh is well padded with muscle. Shins are good too, but to use them on harder areas, you better condition them ahead of time. For the harder areas, or to get through the "padding" and break the bones under it, you need to use the ball of you foot. We sure are digressing a lot, for not trying to digress. I may try my first topic split here. Hey, worked pretty good. Sorry KickChick. Best I could figure was to insert a link to the other topic you were also agreeing with. However, I figured you input was more needed here.

Very nice. Personally, I'd feel pretty intimidated demonstrating in from of anyone that trains regularly in Korea. I just don't think I push myself hard enough to keep up with them.

Our definition of "low" means thighs are almost parallel to the floor. I can't speak for others.

For quick self defense, I would agree with Muay Thai. However, I just came away from a plant with a union. Are you in the union as well, or are you salary? In either case, the statement above is correct. Management is responsible for a "safe" work environment. If they won't listen, then tell them they'll be hearing from your lawer. Also, you can call a few state and federal organizations to report your employer's lack of response, and the police regarding the threats.

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OOoo a two-fer! Welcome to both of you. As RedJ said, post you question over in the "General MAs" section, so everyone is sure to see it.

Story of my life. I win the one with no prize.

Austin TX!!!!!!!!!!!! You're in Kuk Sool Won country son. https://www.kuksoolwon.com World headquarters is in Houston. I know there are a few schools in Austin, they're listed on the web site. If you don't think it's for you, then Hapkido would be my next recommendation, based on your criteria. In either case, make sure you visit the dojang and watch a few classes before committing.

Dustin1978, I know you said you prefered something Japanese, but what about the Korean styles? I practice Kuk Sool Won, which is a hard/soft style. It has incorporated a lot of the joint manipulations, locks, throws that you like in Akido, with the long range fighting of kicks and hand strikes. We do have ki training, but more from a percpective of focusing power than spiritual development. Another good alternative would be Hapkido. We and Hapkido are very similar, and Hapkido has historical ties to Akido. Just some alternatives.

Yeah, I've seen lots of the Masters of Kuk Sool Won on the cover from time to time.

Welcome.

Welcome aboard.

I've been studying for ten years, and I'm still trying to "master the basics". Welcome.

Welcome, but I'm confused. Do you know, or are you also, Kirves? Welcome again.

Finland, great!! I love hearing points of view from as many different countries as possible. Welcome.

Ah, I thought it was Ralph Macheo.

Sounds like a good addition to the games forum. "Name That Avatar"!

O.k., well that's basically the same for us. Since it is, I can throw out that we've got a couple that are over 100 movements. Now I feel better about how sore my legs are after I finish.

I'll have to wait until Patrick adds a molecular modeling software attachment to the board.

No no no, I didn't take it as a dig!!!! I just realized my previous comment was incomplete.

Considering Taebot's response, I will say that I prefer "quality" seminars over tourneyments. Most tourneyments out there don't lend themselves very well to my testing myself. Mostly due to their not allowing takedowns, joint locks, throws, etc. in with the punching and kicking. That takes away 80% of my weapons. The seminars our Grandmaster puts on can be very informative, and hard work if you get the right set of masters doing the tour with him.

Excellent. Hope it remains that way for you.

Supplementing is different. I have no problem with someone learning from a live instructor, then using a video to refresh their memory.