The
Unabridged Library of Contemporary Kenpo
SAMPLE TECHNIQUE
Each
Volume of this series describes the self defense techniques in the
manner of the sample below. In addition, the each manual contains
an extensive glossary with the definitions of each principle, concept,
and theory utilized within each technique cross referenced to allow
you to know where the definition was first introduced!
SPECIAL
NOTE
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These
manuals contain the 24 techniques per belt as originally taught.
Not the watered down versions on the market today. Also, each
technique is written with the same detail as the sample below!
Delayed Sword
Delayed Sword -
Defense against a right hand grab to your left shirt/lapel, from the
front.
NAME - In Kenpo, we
sometimes use synonyms or "nick-names" to represent a basic
strike. These nick-names greatly aid in remembering the technique
to movements by associating the technique title with the main elements
of the technique. Sword is a synonym we use to refer to a
handsword. In this technique, a handsword will be utilized to counter-strike
a shirt grab; however, the handsword (sword) will be delayed
from the first defensive action by a kick. Thus, the name Delayed
Sword is a fitting title to convey the action to the practitioner.
THEME -
In Delayed Sword, you will learn the
value of retreating to increase the distance of the fighting
gap between you and your opponent. Although you and
your opponent will be out of striking range
with your hands, your leg will be used to strike your opponent's groin.
This action will bend him forward which teaches you how to control
his height zone, cancel his weapons, borrow
reach, as well as to introduce the concepts of marriage
of gravity, anchoring and checking.
This technique is also a base technique
in a series of many family related techniques.
BASICS USED
IN DELAYED SWORD
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Cocking Check
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Left Positional Block
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Left Reverse Step Through
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Modified Attention Stance
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Right 45 Degree Cat Stance
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Right Front Snapping Ball Kick
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Right Hammering Inward Block
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Right Inward Positioned Block
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Right Neutral Bow Stance
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Right Outward Downward Diagonal
Hammering Handsword
METHOD
Attack -
While standing in a natural posture
of readiness (modified attention stance),
an aggressor initiates an unprovoked attack by stepping forward
(with either foot) and grabbing you with his right hand to your
shirt or left lapel. This type of attack is common in American street
fighting. A shirt grab is used to intimidate or to give the opponent
leverage and control for escalated attacks such as: holds, pushes,
punches, etc.
Defense -
s1. Step back with your left foot (left reverse step through)
to 6:00 into a right neutral bow stance facing
12:00.
s1. As your weight
settles (solidify your base) into this
stance, deliver a right hammering inward block
to the opponent's right inner forearm.
s1. Have your left
hand to anticipate action by positionally
checking your right rib cage with the palm facing
out, finger together.
NOTE: By
stepping away from your opponent to 6:00, you will create
distance (opening the fighting gap) and lengthen the
amount of time that the opponent must use in order to strike you.
this will give you greater perception in forecasting
possible follow-ups, thus aiding your
reaction time. Dropping your body weight
will act as and anchor to stabilize
your base. Your right arm will frictionally
pull the opponent's right arm forward and to your
left, which will shift the opponent's weight onto his right leg
(angle of disturbance). This will cancel
the opponent's right kicking leg as well as both of
the opponent's arms because when the opponent's right arm is suddenly
pulled forward, his left shoulder turns away from you, thus hindering
his right as well as left arm strikes by canceling
his width zone (angle of cancellation). Your
right arm should remain in the position of an inward block to positionally
check your upper height zone against
possible renewed attacks. Striking the
opponent's right radial nerve can cause temporary paralysis in his
right arm and hand.
2. Draw your right foot back into a right 45 cat stance (transitional
stance) to create balance compensation
for your next move.
s3. Execute a right
front snapping ball kick to your opponent's testicles or bladder.
s3. Right hand
remains in an inward positioned block (cocking check)
while the left hand remains in a positional check
by your right rib cage.
NOTE: Your arms will most likely
be out of contact penetration range to
deliver an effective hand strike; however, your right foot will
be within contact penetration range to
deliver a front snapping ball kick to the opponent's groin. The
opponent will react by bending forward from the waist, usually drawing
the knees together, which will lower the opponent's height
zone as his head drops within striking
range of your right hand. Your right hand should remain
in a positional cock (detaining cock)
to hinder possible renewed strikes ( intentional
or unintentional) by your opponent's right hand. This will also
prepare you for your next move. The introduction of pain to the
opponent will occupy his mind which will distract him from planning
renewed attacks.
s4. Plant your right foot down to 11:00 in a right neutral
bow stance. If possible, use this action to buckle
your opponent's right inner knee.
s4. Execute a right
outward downward diagonal handsword to the right side of the opponent's
neck. (Brachial Plexus Origin) or just below the ear (Mandibular
Angle).
s4. Left Hand
postionally checks your
lower height zones.
NOTE: Try to plant down on the
inside of the opponent's knee to buckle
his knee outward. This action will make the opponent stumble awkwardly
with his head falling toward your right shoulder as his lower body
shifts toward 9:00. Take advantage of the reaction of the opponent
bending over (borrowed reach) as you strike
the opponent below his ear. Time the dropping of your body weight
with the snap of your handsword as you quickly exhale upon contact
with the target (marriage of gravity). This strike
will cause a stunning sensation that can temporarily paralyze the
entire right side of the opponent's body. Unconsciousness is also
possible if the handsword is delivered with enough speed and penetration.
s5. Snap your right
hand back into an inward positional block (rebounding
check) to check your upper height zone.
s5. Continue checking
your lower height zone with your left
hand.
SUMMARY OF
THE ELEMENTS TAUGHT IN DELAYED SWORD
CONCEPTS/PRINCIPLES
| ANCHOR |
FAMILY RELATED TECHNIQUES |
| ANGLE OF CANCELLATION |
FIGHTING GAP |
| ANGLE OF DISTURBANCE |
FOLLOW-UPS |
| ANTICIPATE ACTION |
FORCE FIELD |
| BALANCE COMPENSATION |
FORECASTING |
| BASE TECHNIQUE |
FRICTIONAL PULL |
| BORROWED REACH |
HEIGHT ZONE |
| BUCKLE |
MARRIAGE OF GRAVITY |
| CANCELLATION OF WEAPONS |
OPEN THE FIGHTING GAP |
| CHECKS: |
REACTION TIME |
(a) cocking
|
READINESS (ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS) |
(b) detaining
|
RENEWED ATTACK |
(c) positional
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SOLIDIFY YOUR BASE (STABILIZE) |
(d) rebounding
|
STRIKING RANGE |
| CONTACT PENETRATION |
TRANSITIONAL MOVES |
| CONTROL |
WIDTH ZONE |
VULNERABLE TARGETS
| BELOW EAR (MANDIBULAR ANGLE) |
| BLADDER |
| INSIDE OF KNEE |
| RADIAL NERVE |
| RIGHT SIDE OF NECK (BRACCHIAL PLEXUS ORIGIN) |
| TESTICLES |
SUGGESTIONS FOR FURTHER STUDY
- Make sure that you have a well established base
before kicking your opponent. A common mistake on Delayed Sword
is to rock back onto your left leg and kick before establishing
good balance.
- Don't knock the opponent's arm downward, this action
could cause the opponent's arm to orbit back up to you a punch or
a hand strike.
- The block should be a hammering inward block. Make
sure your basics are well learned!
- Don't leave your left checking had relaxed against
your abdomen. This positional check should act like a Force Field
about your body.
- Avoid leaning forward from the waist when you strike
with your handsword. To gain full effectiveness of marriage of gravity,
you must keep your shoulders above and in-line with your hips. Your
feet should be flat on the ground and not tiptoeing.
CONSIDER THESE POSSIBLE SITUATIONS
What if:
- Your opponent throws a punch at you instead of
grabbing you?
- Your opponent throws a left punch at you while
holding your shirt/lapel?
- Your opponent throws a left punch at you while
pulling you toward him?
- Your opponent pushes your chest instead of grabbing
your shirt/lapel?
- Your opponent grabs your shirt/lapel with both
of his hands?
VULNERABLE TARGETS
This section gives the practitioner
a general viewpoint of the target areas used in the technique as well
as the effect of the strikes in varying degrees of force ranging from
low, medium to high. This section is not intended as a detailed analysis
of these striking areas, but as a means of acquainting the practitioner
with the targets used in this technique. For a more detailed study
of these and other targets please refer to The Unabridged
Library of Kenpo, Kenpo Kineseology,Volume 13.
Target : BLADDER
Location: Below the navel, right above
the groin region
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -
Excruciating pain, bending forward at the waist, temporary mental
distraction.
- Medium Level -
Rupturing of the bladder, temporary paralysis, possible death.
- High Level -
Fracture of the pelvis, puncturing of the colon, death.
Target : Brachial Plexus Origin
Location: On the side of the neck,
approximately six inches from origin
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -
Pain, stunning sensation, temporary mental distraction.
- Medium Level -
Severe pain, temporary paralysis.
- High Level -
Unconsciousness or death.
Target : Inside of Knee
Location: Portion of knee joint closest
to the opposite leg
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -
Temporary hindrance from further action, pain.
- Medium Level -
Sprain, temporary loss of the use of the leg.
- High Level -
Dislocation of the knee joint, permanent loss of use of the leg.
Target : Mandibular Angle
Location: Below the ear, underneath
the jaw
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -Pain,
temporary mental distraction.
- Medium Level -
Headache, severe pain, temporary disability.
- High Level -
Unconsciousness or possible death.
Target : Radial Nerve
Location: Inside of the lower forearm
near the wrist.
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -
Pain, temporary paralysis of the hand.
- Medium Level -
Temporary paralysis of the entire arm.
- High Level -Fracture
of the radial bone.
Target : Testicles
Location: Between the legs in the
groin region.
Effects of the strikes:
- Low Level -Severe
pain, momentary paralysis, momentary mental distraction.
- Medium Level -
Excruciating pain, fracture of the pelvis bone, collapse.
- High Level -
Unconsciousness or possible death.
This
sample should let you know what great detail is covered in each technique
of American Kenpo.
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