The Cane

[SBN Doug]

Wow, how did I miss this thread?

Yes, cane is a mandatory part of the Kuk Sool Won curriculim. Between it and rope, thay are probably the two most practical weapons we study. Lots of hooking, locking, and choking techniques using the cane (even a couple that are a little more painful).

Definately something I enjoy have practice in, as I may too some day need something as well (but not for a loooong time ).

[Hakutsuru]

I've been working with a cane off and on since 2005. It's an excellent legal weapon for any martial artist to work with. Just remember it is a stick, use it like one...the hook on the end is good for tricks but it's really just a stick.

[Zaine]

I feel like that comment takes away a lot of the legitimacy of the cane, which isn't probably what you were going for but it's what it comes across as. I personally love the hook part of the cane, it's what I think makes it unique and not just another stick.

[Montana]

I feel like that comment takes away a lot of the legitimacy of the cane, which isn't probably what you were going for but it's what it comes across as. I personally love the hook part of the cane, it's what I think makes it unique and not just another stick.

AGREED! That's like saying the nunchauku are just two small pieces of wood, when they are so much more if you know what to do with them.

[Kodakmint]

I would love to train with a cane

[Hakutsuru]

Try some stick sparring with a cane. Pad up, wear a helmet and use the crook. Let us know how that goes.

[yamesu]

Having trained in SE asian stick fighting arts (Arnis) for some time, i have found that the techniques translate directly to a cane and umbrella. Especially useful for assisting locks (shoulder and elbow holds and chokes), and for disarming techniques.

Ive never had to use one, nor have I ever trained exclusively in any style which has a "Cane" syllabus, but the similarity between short-sticks is definitely there.

[MasterPain]

Having trained in SE asian stick fighting arts (Arnis) for some time, i have found that the techniques translate directly to a cane and umbrella. Especially useful for assisting locks (shoulder and elbow holds and chokes), and for disarming techniques.

Ive never had to use one, nor have I ever trained exclusively in any style which has a "Cane" syllabus, but the similarity between short-sticks is definitely there.

It would be interesting to see some of the cane-specific stuff. If nothing else,though, the hook would help keep the stick from being pulled from your grasp as easily.

[yamesu]

Having trained in SE asian stick fighting arts (Arnis) for some time, i have found that the techniques translate directly to a cane and umbrella. Especially useful for assisting locks (shoulder and elbow holds and chokes), and for disarming techniques.

Ive never had to use one, nor have I ever trained exclusively in any style which has a "Cane" syllabus, but the similarity between short-sticks is definitely there.

It would be interesting to see some of the cane-specific stuff. If nothing else,though, the hook would help keep the stick from being pulled from your grasp as easily.

I agree.

Blitz magazine Australia has done some interesting articles on La Canne and similar arts over the years, but it really does all look like a stick fighting art. In these they do note that not all canes have hooks... I guess it is a personal preference thing.

I would be very interested to see some specifics of using the hook end against another armed attacker. If anyone has a link or video of classes/training please do post!

[Dobbersky]

I have also been in thought as to how I missed this thread. I have a Cane, which I walk around with to become accustomed to its presence. I see so much in its use but need to find a Le Canne Instructor to teach atleast the basics that trying the "teach yourself" stuff

So glad I found this post