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Think with clarity.Move with purpose.
Act with love.
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Congratulations on your promotion.
Promotion to Purple Belt represents entry into the intermediate stage
of martial arts training. By now, many basics that were at first
challenging have become second nature. Techniques that used to feel
complex are now simple. You are ready to build on those basics by
learning increasingly more difficult basics, techniques, concepts and
forms.
As you training advances, we would challenge you to develop your level
of commitment as well. To increase your practice time by five or ten
minutes per day will result in a noticeable improvement in your skill.
Taking the time for physical conditioning, even twenty minutes of daily
cardiovascular or strength training, will greatly increase your energy and
ability.
It may seem daunting to find a half an hour a day in our busy, modern
lives. You may want to consider training in front of the television, or
while on the phone, or in other moments when your body is idle. You
will also find that daily exercise can increase your productivity, leaving
you extra time at the end of the day beyond the half-hour you set aside
for training.
Sincerely,
Jason W. Brick
President, Bushido Martial Arts
WELCOME
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I will apply myself to the study of karate.
I will push myself consistently
to develop my mind, spirit and body
beyond what I once believed
to be my limits.
I will think with clarity.
I will move with purpose.
I will act with love.
I am a martial artist.
I will achieve these goals.
CREED
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Orange Belt
Purple Belt
Blue Belt
Green Belt
Advanced
Green Belt
3rd Brown
Belt
2nd Brown
Belt
1st Brown
Belt
Black Belt
White Belt
Yellow Belt
Black Belt PathAdult
KENPO KARATE
Continuing
evolution in
Basics
Movement
Coordination
Combative Theory
Artistry
Self-Defense
Grappling
Physical Fitness
Physical Awareness
Mental Acuity
Philosophical
Knowledge
Ethical Consideration
Historical
Understanding
Material
16 Techniques
1 Kata
16 Techniques
1 Kata
16 Techniques2 Kata
20 Techniques
2 Kata
20 Techniques
2 Kata
20 Techniques
2 Kata
20 Techniques
2 Kata
30 Techniques
2 Kata
16 Techniques
1 Kata
13 Techniques
1 Kata
Basic Stances
2 Techniques
2 - 3 months
3 - 4 months
3 - 5 months
3 - 5 months
3 - 5 months
4 - 6 months
4 - 6 months
4 - 6 months
4 - 6 months
Commitment
Time
4 - 6 months
Concepts
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Black Belt PathJunior
Continuing
evolution in
Basics
Scholarship
Coordination
Self-Confidence
Artistry
Citizenship
Self-Defense
Self-Control
Physical Fitness
Physical Awareness
Material
6 Techniques
1 Kata
6 Techniques
1 Kata
6 Techniques2 Kata
6 Techniques
2 Kata
Teaching
Techniques
2 Kata
6 Techniques
1 Kata
6 Techniques
1 Kata
Basic Stances
2 Techniques
Orange Belt
Purple Belt
Blue Belt
Green Belt
Brown Belt
Black Belt
White Belt
Yellow Belt 2 - 3 months
3 - 4 months
3 - 5 months
3 - 5 months
3 - 5 months
4 - 6 months
Commitment
Time
4 - 6 months
Concepts
Junior Black Belts go on to get their Adult ranking in each
belt level of the Bushido Kenpo system, picking up the
more mature and complex concepts normally reserved for
our adult and teen students.
KENPO KARATE
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ESSAYS
ESSAYS
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Opening Comments
ESSAYS
As an experienced practitioner of the martial arts, its likely that newer
students and laymen will start asking you about it. A white belt may ask
you for help with a technique, or a co-worker might ask you to show
what youve learned. Perhaps a neighbor notices that youve lost
weight, or move better or just seem to be in a good mood after class.
Whatever questions come your way, by now youre more than qualified
to answer. While answering, its important to keep two things in mind.
First, remain open to dissenting opinions. Even when youre certain
about what something means to you, other people have different
perspectives, priorities and experiences. Besides, even if you disagree
vehemently with what somebody else says, their opinion might still lead
you to a new discovery as you think hard for a way to prove themwrong.
Second, dont be afraid to say I dont know. Youre still relatively new
to the art and cant be expected to know all things about everything.
Theres nothing wrong in checking your sources, asking a more
experienced student or simply taking time to think about it. Admitting
our weak points is a vital aspect of training.
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During the 1960s, American Kenpo split into two major branches. The
Tracy Kenpo system embraced the Chinese heritage of Kenpo. The
original Parker branch stayed with their American approach. The
differences were primarily cosmetic longer techniques vs. more
techniques per rank, for example. Sadly, these superficial differences of
opinion led to real animosity and lack of communication between these
brother styles.
Grand Master Ed Parker died December 15, 1990 without naming a
successor to his system. As a result, the Parker branch fragmented into
numerous smaller organizations. There are literally dozens of different
Kenpo associations active in the world today. Again, many of these
groups have allowed minor disagreements, personal egos and political
argument to estrange them from one another.
All Kenpo comes from the same root and is, at heart, similar. In truth,
studying from several branches gives the student a better understanding
of the tree that is Kenpo. The Bushido Kenpo System draws from both
major Kenpo lineages, and is founded in the belief that all martial arts
are equally valid and that there is wisdom to be gained from all corners.
Bushido Kenpo includes material from both the Tracy and Parker Kenpo
systems, as well as concepts from Kosho Ryu Kenpo, a grandfather style
to both American branches. It also draws flavor from the cross-training
of senior students, capitalizing on Kenpos eclectic nature to include the
influence of Tang Soo Do, Jeet Kun Do, Arnis, Aikido and other arts.
Historical
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Ethical
Truth
Adult practitioners know the importance of being truthful with others.
Weve had a lifetime of experience to learn the consequences of lying.
Weve observed what happens to people who build a reputation of
dishonesty. Weve also experienced those difficult times when telling a
lie is necessary in the name of kindness, or even personal safety. This
balancing act is part of everyday life and not an object for discussion
here.
More important to the study of martial arts is the concept of truth
within oneself. Absolute honesty is vital to the process of personal
improvement. Only through stark, honest self-assessment can we hope
to achieve strong personal growth. We must realize, admit and
understand our weaknesses and failings so that we can mitigate andeventually eliminate them.
When practicing your art, its important to be aware of your
weaknesses in stance, power, flexibility or understanding. Once aware,
the natural tendency is to avoid working in our areas of weakness. It
makes us uncomfortable and embarrassed. But honesty and
commitment to growth require that we take the time to train our areas
of weakness even harder than we do our areas of strength.
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As skill grows, so does ego. Intermediate students begin to form their
own opinions of how and why Kenpo works, how martial arts work and
how they should be taught. Youll have already made some decisions
about which techniques are better than others, or at least which ones
you are more or less comfortable executing.
This knowledge of Kenpo sufficient to make judgments is an
excellent sign of your progress as a martial artist. It can be dangerously
easy to slip from being able to make judgments to becoming judgmental
of others. Kenpo, like life, is an individual experience. What is right for
you may not be right for others. One of the strengths of Kenpo is its
ability to be individualized.
Finally, there is the temptation to join in the popular battle of which
martial arts are superior to others. Our egos tell us that Kenpo must
be the best. Others will tell us differently. Every decade has its own fad
martial art, which the press will hype as the only true form of
self-defense. In truth, there is no superior style of martial arts. There
are superior teachers, superior students and superior combinations of a
style with an individual. Kenpo is no better nor worse than other arts.The truths behind our techniques are the same truths behind the
techniques of other systems. Its our responsibility to learn and
represent those truths well.
Philosophical
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Think with clarity.
To keep a mind free of clutter or doubt is to keep a mind focused on
our goals and ready for training. Clear thought is key to proper study,
to personal serenity and to working effectively. Mental clarity begins
with keeping our goals in mind. Before doing anything, consider why
you are doing it and how it must be done. Taking each action with a
clear goal before us keeps us on track and moving in the right direction.
Working hard without a defined goal has been compared to an expert
marksman firing into the dark.
Before beginning class or practice, take a moment to clear your mind of
troubling or distracting thoughts. To set down your worries for the
hour of class is one of the greatest gifts of modern martial arts training.If you wish to pick those troubles back up after class, thats up to you.
Often, though, the hour of class reminds us that we didnt really want
them in the first place.
This is a simple concept, but a difficult practice. A helpful image is of a
pebble landing in a pond. When the pebble hits, it sends out ripples
tiny disturbances radiating from the point of impact. Look at the pond a
moment later and the surface is again smooth. The disturbance has
passed, leaving the water again clear and uncluttered.
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Physical
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The Purple Belt is linked with smoke, with mist and with the animal
Crane. The Crane stylist is typified by intelligence and careful strategy.
Where the Tiger attacks in an overwhelming straight-line offensive, the
Crane moves around an opponent to dodge attacks then strikes at
vulnerable points. Picture a crane hunting for a fish. It stands
motionless in the stream, watching the water with focused intent. It
waits for its moment and only then attacks with a single, swift and
accurate motion.
The Crane is a counter-fighter, replacing the heat of the Tigers fire with
the evasion of smoke and mist. No matter how hard you grasp at
smoke, it will always slip through your fingers. Analysis of combat
reveals the concept of the dynamic sphere. A combatant can be
pictured as being the center of a field of perception, energy and defense.
At rest, all points are equally protected by this field. To move or attack
stretches the sphere in one direction or another. Attacks are viewed as
commitments of energy. To commit energy at one point means to draw
that energy from another, leaving one point vulnerable and open to
counterattack. The Crane watches for these vulnerabilities and reacts
in time to exploit them.
To be able to strike with such precision and timing one must build
speed, flexibility and awareness through practice drills and physical
conditioning. Additionally, deep consideration of strategy begins with
the Crane stylist. To fight intelligently, it is important to understand not
just what to do, but why it must be done.
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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS
TECHNIQUE
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Twirling Wings
TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS
Defense against a rear two-hand choke or grab.
1. Step back left foot to 4 or 5 oclock into a twist stance, cowling
left hand over right on your right hip.
2. Pivot counter-clockwise, simultaneously executing a left outward
block and right
inward elbow. End in a left forward bow facing towards 4:00.
3. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow while checking with a
right outward block and delivering a left inward elbow.
4. Cover out.
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Defense against a front left hand push to chest.
1. Step back left into right neutral bow. Simultaneously deliver two
inward palm heels to opponents left arm (right hand strikes
elbow, left hand strikes wrist).
2. Hook and clear with right hand. Shuffle forward and execute a
left outward chop to opponents throat.
3. Circle right hand counter-clockwise and strike bridge of
opponents nose with a raking hammerfist.
4. Follow right hammerfist with a right inward elbow sandwich to
jaw.
5. Cover out.
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Snapping Twig
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Defense against a right step-through punch from the front.
1. Hop toward 10 oclock into a left supported crane stance.
Simultaneously execute a left inward parry and a right raking
middle-knuckle to ribs.
2. Strike opponents right knee with a right knife-edge side kick.
3. Plant foot between opponents legs and deliver a right backfist to
left kidney.
4. Shuffle in slightly and strike head with a right inward elbow
sandwich.
5. Cover out.
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Leaping Crane
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Defense against a left step-through kick from the front.
1. Step back right into a left neutral bow and execute a left
downward block.
2. Circle left hand around to strike head with an inverted backfist
strike. Open hand and grab opponents left shoulder.
3. Deliver a right scoop kick to opponents groin, planting between
opponents legs.
4. Execute a left side kick to opponents left knee.
5. Cover out.
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Buckling Branch
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Defense against a rear bear hug with arms pinned.
1. Step left into a horse stance as you drive a right hammer fist to
opponents groin. Simultaneously pin arms with your left hand.
2. Move right foot through a transitional cat stance and slide leg
behind opponents legs in a right reverse bow, striking groin
again with right palm heel and squeezing.
3. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow and strike opponents
chin with a right upward elbow.
4. Pivot to a right forward bow facing 5 oclock while delivering a
left palm heel to opponents ribcage.
5. Cover out.
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Crushing Hammer
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Defense against a two-finger lock with right hand in opponents left hand.
1. Step left into a left neutral bow while striking with a left outward
chop between your hand and opponents hand, peeling lock off
your fingers.
2. Pivot counter clockwise into a left neutral bow to deliver a left
rear elbow to opponents kidney or floating ribs.
3. Pivot clockwise and deliver a right rear elbow to opponents left
ribs or head. Right hand is up to guard face.
4. Cover out.
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Defense against a right step-through roundhouse club attack from front.
1. Step to 11 oclock with right foot into a horse stance as you
deliver a left extended outward block and a right vertical fist to
opponents face.
2. Pivot to a right forward block as you shoot a left vertical punch
to solar plexus. Right hand checks club arm with an inwardchecking parry.
3. Pivot back to a right neutral bow and deliver a right backfist to
opponents face while left hand executes a left extended outward
block.
4. Cover out.
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Calming the Storm
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Defense against a right crossing grab to right wrist.
1. Step forward into a left neutral bow while rotating right hand
clockwise to countergrab opponents wrist.
2. Pivot into a right neutral bow as you execute a left inward block
to opponents right elbow.
3. Continue pulling opponents arm with right hand as you deliver a
left outward elbow to opponents face or temple.
4. Circle left arm overhead to deliver left dropping elbow to
opponents spine.
5. Palm strike with both hands to back and neck, grabbing
opponent to pull him into a right knee strike.
6. Cover out.
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Crossing Talon
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Defense against a left step-through punch.
1. Step back left into a right neutral bow and deliver a right inward
parry left outward block combination. Left hand hooks to
grab opponents left arm as right hand circles to strike solar
plexus with a backfist.
2. Strike opponents left knee with a right wheel kick, plantingforward.
3. As you plant, deliver a right inward chop to back of opponents
neck.
4. Cover out.
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Reversing Mace
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Defense against a bear hug from the front with your arms pinned.
1. Reach around to palm heel strike opponents kidneys with both
hands. Simultaneously headbutt opponents face.
2. Drive a left rising knee into opponents groin, planting back in a
right forward bow.
3. Bring hands around to deliver palm heels to opponents ribs.
Hook hands over to grab arms as you pull into a right cat stance.
4. Execute right snap kick to opponents groin.
5. Plant forward and deliver a right inward elbow sandwich.
6. Cover out.
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Thrusting Prongs
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Defense against a hammer lock.
1. Countergrab right wrist with your right hand. Step back with
left foot and pivot to a horse stance while delivering a right
outward elbow to opponents face.
2. Circle left arm counter-clockwise to wrap up opponents right
arm as you step back right into a twist stance.
3. Rotate clockwise into left neutral bow, pulling opponent around
you.
4. While opponent is still in motion, deliver double palm heels to
opponents back and execute a right knee to the face.
5. Cover out.
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Locked Wing
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Defense against a left shoulder grab from the right flank.
1. Step back with right foot between opponents legs. Pin left hand
to your shoulder with your left hand.
2. Deliver a right rear elbow to opponents solar plexus,
immediately straightening arm to deliver a right hammerfist to
groin.
3. Raise right arm to deliver a right obscure elbow to the chin.
4. Cover out.
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Obscure Wing
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Defense against a right uppercut from the front.
1. Step right into a right neutral bow while delivering a right
downward inward block to opponents forearm. Simultaneously
drop a left overhead claw onto opponents face.
2. Deliver a right backfist to opponents face.
3. Pivot into a right forward bow as you drive a left palm heel to
opponents chin, immediately extending into a five-finger eye
strike. Right hand should be checking at chest level.
4. Grab opponents hair with left hand and pull down into a right
half-fist to throat.
5. Shift left foot to 4 oclock as left hand claws across the face.
Pivot to a left neutral bow and circle right hand to deliver a right
backfist to opponents solar plexus.
6. Cover out.
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Raining Claw
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Defense against a rear bear hug with arms free.
1. Step left into a horse stance. Simultaneously strike and grind
backs of opponents hands with double middle-knuckle fists.
2. Grab opponents right hand with both your hands and step left
to 2 oclock as you shift your grab into a wrist lock. Pivot
clockwise into a right neutral bow.
3. Step back right into left neutral bow and apply pressure to the
wrist lock, pulling the arm to your right hip.
4. Deliver a right front kick to opponents face while maintaining
the wrist lock.
5. Plant right foot forward and deliver a right backfist to the face.
6. Cover out.
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Spiraling Twig
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Defense against a front wrist lock.
1. Step right into a right neutral bow as you deliver a right upward
elbow to the chin.
2. Circle right arm upward and counter-clockwise to deliver a right
rear elbow to the solar plexus as you pivot into a horse stance.
Left hand checks and grabs opponents right arm.
3. Deliver a right hammerfist to opponents groin.
4. Cover out.
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Twisted Twig
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Obscure Sword
TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS
Defense against a left grab to right shoulder from the rear.
1. Step forward into a left neutral bow as you pin opponents left
hand with your left hand.
2. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow while delivering a right
outward chop to opponents throat.
3. Deliver a left front kick to groin. As your foot lands, execute a
left finger spear to opponents eyes.
4. Cover out.
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FORMS
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Short Two KataPage 1
FORMS
1. Step forward right into a right neutral bow. Deliver a right
inward block followed by a right outward chop.
2. Step forward left into a left neutral bow. Deliver a left inward
block followed by a left outward chop.
3. Pull left foot to a tight cat stance while rotating counter-clockwise
to face 9:00 as you bring both hands to a cup and saucerposition over your right hip.Step forward left into a left neutral
bow, simultaneously delivering a left outward block and right
reverse punch.
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4. Pull right foot into a tight cat stance while rotating clockwise to
face 3:00 as you bring both hands to a cup and saucer position
over your left hip. Step forward right into a right neutral bow,
simultaneously delivering a right outward block and left reverse
punch.
5. Step with left foot towards 6:00 into a twist stance. Unwind
counter-clockwise to face 6:00 in a left neutral bow. Deliver a
left upward block and a right middle-knuckle punch. With hands
still extended, kneel down and stand up while raking with the
middle knuckle.
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6. Step left with right foot into a twist stance. Unwind clockwise to
face 12:00 in a right neutral bow. Deliver a right upward block
and a left middle-knuckle punch. With hands still extended,
kneel down and stand up while raking with the middle knuckle.
7. Pull in left foot and pivot counter-clockwise to face 4:30 in a cat
stance. Execute a right inward downward block and bring left
hand to right shoulder. Step forward left into a left neutral bow
while delivering a left downward block. Step forward right into a
right neutral bow and deliver a right palm strike at head level.
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8. Pivot clockwise to face 7:30 in a cat stance. Execute a left
inward downward block and bring right hand to left shoulder.
Step forward right into a right neutral bow while delivering a
right downward block. Step forward left into a left neutral bow
and deliver a left palm strike at head level.
9. Pivot clockwise to face 1:30 while pulling right foot into a cat
stance and performing a left inward block. Step forward right
into a right neutral bow and execute a right upward block
followed by a left half-fist.
10. Pivot counterclockwise to face 10:30 while pulling left foot into a
cat stance and performing a right inward block. Step forward left
into a left neutral bow and execute a left upward block followedby a right half-fist.
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GLOSSARY OF BASICS
GLOSSARY
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GLOSSARY OF BASICS
Cat Stance
Any stance where the weight is significantly heavier on one foot than on
the other, but both feet are still touching the ground.
Chicken Kick
From neutral bow stance, begin to throw a front kick. After the front
kick lands, but before the foot touches ground, launch a front kick with
the other foot.
Crane Stance
Any stance where one foot is not actually touching the ground.
Finger Whip
Keeping wrist loose, cross middle finger over index finger. Raise hand
as in a backfist and whip fingers forward into opponents eye.
Inward Crescent Kick
From a neutral bow stance, bring up rear knee as in a front kick. Rather
than kicking straight forward, move the lower leg in a tight circle from
inside to outside. Striking surface is with the side of the foot just behind
the big toe.
Kneeling Strike
From a neutral bow stance, shuffle slightly towards an opponent on the
ground and kick with the leading leg. As you kneel towards opponent,
clear with the leading hand and deliver a vertical punch with the rear
hand.
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Outward Crescent Kick
From a neutral bow stance, bring up rear knee as in a front kick. Rather
than kicking straight forward, move the lower leg in a tight circle from
outside to inside. Striking surface is the knife edge of the foot.
Outward Extended Block
Execute an outward block. At the end of extension, turn forearm so
palm is facing outward, towards opponent.
Raking Strike
Any strike which rakes, scrapes or drags along the target rather than
hitting straight on.
Rear Elbow
From any position, look over your shoulder then drive your elbow
straight backward into the target. Striking surface is the point of the
elbow.
Rising Elbow
Beginning with hand in pocket and keeping arm bent, bring elbow
upward from the waist. Palm is facing the ear. Striking surface is the
upper half of the forearm.
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Scooping Front Kick
A close-range kick. Lift knee as though performing a front kick. With
target close, the foot should strike opponent with leg still bent. At
point of impact, continue to lift hard from the knee before pulling foot
out and planting.
Universal Block
Blocking to one side of the body with both arms. Perform and inward
block with the far arm and a downward block with the near arm,
forming a wall with both forearms along one side of the body.
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CONCEPTS
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Counter-grab
When grabbed by an opponent, a strong opening strategy is to grab the
grab. By capturing your attackers limb and shifting your weight you can
turn their hold into something that holds them. Also, keeping contact
with an opponent tells you about their position and gives hints as to
their intention.
Finger Lock
When performing a finger lock, keep the following things in mind:
1. Hold the finger like a knife handle, with your thumb towards their
hand.
2. Keep the fingers bent as far as possible at all times.
3. A one-finger lock is best for damage. A two-finger lock is best for
control.
4. Dont allow opponents fingers to point toward the ceiling: this is
the easiest position from which to escape.
5. Finger locks, like transition stances, are not static moves.
6. You wont be able to hold anybody in a finger lock for long.
7. Use it to control and maneuver your opponent, or to escape
from grappling, then either attack or escape.
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Transition Stance
Some stances, such as cat and crane stances, are not intended for
staying in. These stances provide better mobility or temporary
advantage, but leave you vulnerable in one or more ways. When a
technique or kata calls for a transition stance, know that you are meant
to move through it quickly, use it for the tool it is and return to a
fighting stance.
Wrist Lock
When performing a wrist lock, keep the following things in mind:
1. Hold on to the meat of the hand, not the fingers or the wrist.
2. Dont try and move the arm in a circle. Rather, maneuver the
palm so it is perpendicular to the body, then press straight.
3. Wrist locks, like transition stances, are not static moves.
4. You wont be able to hold anybody in a wrist lock for long.
5. Use it to control and maneuver your opponent, then eitherattack or escape.
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APPENDICES
APPENDICES
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BASICS MODULES
Advanced Block Set: Upward Block, Inward Block, Downward
Block, Chamber, Palm-Down Block, Outward Extended Block,
Universal Block
Concepts: Transition Stance, Counter-grab, Wrist Lock, Finger Lock
Horse Stance Strikes III: Rear Elbow/Rising Elbow, Raking
Middle-Knuckle, Raking Hammerfist, Finger Whip
Kickboxing Combo II: Neutral Bow, Jab, Straight Punch, Hook,
Uppercut, Rising Knee, Wheel Knee, Elbow Sandwich
Kick Module II: Neutral Bow, Cat Stance, Chicken Kick, NeutralBow, Inward Crescent, Outward Crescent, Kneeling Strike, Crane
Stance, Front Kick, Neutral Bow, Scooping Front Kick
TECHNIQUES
Buckling Branch Calming the Storm Captured Leaves
Crossing Talon Crushing Hammer Leaping Crane
Locked Wing Obscure Sword Obscure Wing
Raining Claw Reversing Mace Snapping Twigs
Spiraling Twig Trusting Prongs Twirling Wings
Twisted Twig
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FORMS
Short Two Kata
SCHOLARSHIP
Understanding of principals explained in the curriculum manual.
ATTENDANCE
Minimum of three months (24 classes) in rank.