Slide in Kicks

Just the Basic Slide in Kicks

Today I use the cane to assist my balance when I kick.

I am using the opposite hand to hold the cane.

For example, if I use my left leg to kick I use my right hand to hold the cane.

Coordinating the use of the short staff in training requires constant practice.

Or it will fade with time…
http://youtu.be/CvA9WN1Cg0E
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High, Low, Centre Punches to the Heavy Bag

This drill I do only once in a while and only when I am warmed up.

I put the emphasis on each punch being powerful and effective.

How many I did is not as important as the fact that each one was done well.
http://youtu.be/xz9SextRStA
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Block and Counter Using the Cane

*Warning*
 This is a deceptively easy looking drill.
Striking with the cane hook is very difficult and it requires excellent form as well as a strong grip.
Done incorrectly, a cane thrust as shown can result in a damaged wrist.

My lead arm blocks.

I pause.

I counter with the hook (as shown).

I follow up with more counter thrusts using both the cane and my bare fist.
http://youtu.be/jS4y2dFUCqc
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Simultaneous Block with Counterpunch

This drill is done against a heavy bag.

I start slow and gradually increase both speed and power while maintaining proper form.

The emphasis must be on proper form at the correct distance using the right rhythm.
http://youtu.be/TuxFjKd8SAE
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Slide in Kicks from a Leading Horse

Today I am executing a slide in Roundhouse kick then a slide in Side Thrust Kick.

Basic moves but they must be done until they are reflex and practiced constantly.
http://youtu.be/dObuflsmI4A
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Block then Counterpunch

Same basic idea as I have shown in the past.

There is a pause between the block and the counter.

There is more than one tactic that can be used here.

However, this one is the most basic and it is a three count technique.
http://youtu.be/_WVOIZKnAOg
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Using the Cane with Kicks

A Basic Kick then Cane Striking drill.

I slide in from a Leading Horse and execute either a Roundhouse or Side kick.

I drop my leg to the ground and thrust with the end of the Cane.

Then I withdraw.
http://youtu.be/UWNQX3ZHiFw
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