bushido_man96

I just wanted to make a comment in regards to this aspect of the threads that Spartacus Maximus pointed out. The discussions here at KF are pretty free-flowing, and threads will take a turn away from the discussion at hand at times. And that's ok. I think we've generated some pretty good discussion here, discussion we might not have had if the thread hadn't been started at all. Its ok for things to stay a little bit, and if the subject matter gets too off course, that is something we can always address in a separate thread, if we need to. You've started a good thread here, Spartacus Maximus, and its generated great discussion. Not everyone ages the same way. Maybe this instructor could have done something differently, and maybe it would have added a few years to his career. Or maybe not. Either way, I don't think its fair to assume he did something wrong in his training because he stopped sooner than others might.

Nice transition. It looked like you countered initially into that position that you took the Kimura from, is that right? Keeping the chest pressure on to roll them is something we've done in the GRACIE training, too, to roll a suspect into a cuffing and control position. Thanks for sharing this.

I like these drilling ideas, but I might have to work some of the other more basic stuff, first. But, the way you lay it out, you make a lot of these concepts seem basic, especially with the drilling ideas, and I like that a lot.

1. Failed on this one, but I knew it was kind of a longshot to begin with. My regular training partner has been out due to injury and stuff, but I think he is ready to go now. We might hit this next year. 2. Done. I've been pretty steady in attendance, when work allows it. I'm not sure how much my ground skills have improved, but I've been a part of what's going on, and the head instructor of the club recognizes me to the club as an instructor, which is kind of cool. 3. Done. I attended a Police Krav Maga instructor course, which added some nice stand-up to what I have to offer our officers. 4. Done. I've got another session scheduled in December, as well, and I also am working on making arrangements to have a scheduled day for each month at a consistent facility to offer training, as well. So hopefully next year I have monthly training for the departments scheduled. 3 out of 4 isn't too bad. Now I have to start planning for next year....

Yes, its great to hear from you! Keep plugging away, and eventually, things will settle out for you. At any rate, please try to stop in here any chance you get! We'd love to hear from you, and reading here will keep you motivated!

This happens all the time, after the fact. People start Monday morning quarterbacking things, and take out of the equation the fact that these decisions are made in a split-second of action. I think this guy got hosed.

Good stuff, and I agree. Not long ago, I was talking to a student who asking about some advanced kicking techniques, and I was explaining to him different aspects to work on. Sadly, I don't have the physical ability to perform the technique as well as I used to, but I do have the knowledge to teach it, and was able to relate to him the aspects of the kick he was seeking. As we get older, its important to adjust so that we can keep training well into our later years. Not all seniors will be able to train at the pace that younger students do. There are exceptions out there, to be sure. But by and large, as we get older, we have to adapt so we can keep going. In the end, like you mention, its important to understand where we adapt and why, and then let the younger students know why we adapt, and why they should do it differently, and explain these things to them.

I'd have to watch again to see which "front" leg round kick you are talking about, but I agree with you in the semantics of that. If we step the back to the front foot, then it is still a front leg kick, as long as the kicking foot is in front of or even with the base leg. Otherwise, its a switch-foot kick, or a step then a back leg kick.As for the hand coming down to his kicking leg to help whip it up, that isn't uncommon in teaching kicking technique. I think that's a lot of why Olympic stylists have their hands down, because they start swinging their arms to whip their kicks. Kind of like the way a runner pumps his arms when running. As for the Thai fighting advise, I agree as well. But I think this guy has done some Muay Thai fighting, as well.

Congrats to everyone! I don't recall if there have been ties in the past or not?

I would justify this mans' actions. 1. He was defending the life of another. 2. From the information you have provided, he didn't provoke attacks further, but the attention turned to him. 3. He was outnumbered, and there was likely an age difference of significance here. 4. One of the attackers brings a weapon into the mix, which can cause severe bodily harm or death. So, he met force with force, and at least where I am from, that is justifiable in self-defense. There is no reason that this man should be doing time for murder, in my mind.

Not something you would want to throw in any scenerio that involves grappling unless you are very confident off your back! I'm pretty sure I've seen a clip where that move is thrown in Karate though, and they miss, and the opponent is allowed to strike them when they're on the floor? That's the rub, really. Competition rules can change the dynamics of things so much that kicks like this can develop and be used without a thought to consequences of missing.With that said, I doubt this is something this guy pulls off regularly, or even tries to. This was probably an example of a freak opportunity that a good athlete used to his advantage.

I've considered these distinctions before, but have never really defined them as such. For the most part, I've always used the term round kick, and I have never really been taught to do the kick with a full spin. I've tried it here and there, but not much. Now the chamber I use for my "round" kick is the same chamber that he uses for his "roundhouse" kick. We don't do a front kick chamber and then turn the kick over, so we get more rotational power out of our "round" kick. I will say this: this guy knows his stuff when it comes to kicking. I've subscribed to his channel, and used his videos as training tools. Lots of good stuff. As for the naming of these two kicks, its going to depend on the style and the instructors who teach them as to what their called.

Go check it out, and see if you think it will fit your needs. If the instructor is a good one, I'd say jump on it, for sure.What style of TKD is your experience with? Cheers! I trained with Grandmaster William Crouch in the Kikkikwon style. Cool, thanks. What rank did you get to, and did you do any competing? I don't compete much anymore, but I train in an organization that does the Olympic style sparring.

This is interesting. I don't think it's like that here in the USA, but I don't really know much about weapons and the law. Each state has different laws in regards to what weapons are considered illegal to have or not. Consult your state statutes to be sure.As far as use of the weapon goes, what is going to be considered is the threat of severe bodily injury or death on the part of the attacker.

It sounds like he needs to build a bit more confidence, and this is good. So is the adjustment you have made in training, too. Keep us posted as he goes on, and when he's ready, I'm sure he will know it.

I agree here. Close and get hands on them, and try to control. What you don't want to end up doing is trying to backup and block everything. No one is as fast going backwards as someone is going forwards. You also have the added danger of tripping on something you can't see, making your situation even worse. Blocking/deflecting and cutting an angle is a good idea, but do it as soon as possible and close the gap.

I've had some instances in teaching where I've made a mistake and been wrong. I make sure to own up to it, and then move on from there. I have made it a point to watch and see how others do things differently than I, and whether I should try to do it differently or not. However, I don't get to make the call on technical changes in our school, as I am not the head instructor. If you have the leeway to do that, then that is great for you.

11/24/2014 TKD Class: Taught, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Worked basics, forms, and quite a bit on one-steps. Testing was put off for this cycle, as we are working towards the students being better prepared to test on lower rank material as well. I helped a white belt child with sorting some confusing items on one of his one-steps by getting a pad out for him to strike. It really seemed to help him out.

That's great. It sounds like you've got something good going for you there. Keep us posted on your progression.

Its great to hear that Karate is helping you improve in so many aspects! Keep up the good work! And congrats on passing your latest grading. Onward and upward!

Very nice!

That's awesome! Great pic, too. Thanks for sharing it with us!

I agree that if the heels are taking the weight, then you aren't in a very good position athletically. The term "back on his heels" usually means someone is caught flat-footed or such, and couldn't react well to a move.

I've seen Kyokushin wheel kicks that sacrifice like that, but that one is different. Harkon described it well. I'd categorize it as a sacrifice kick, as you are basically guaranteed to land on your back in a poor defensive position when the kick is done, whether you land it or not.

Go check it out, and see if you think it will fit your needs. If the instructor is a good one, I'd say jump on it, for sure.What style of TKD is your experience with?