Self Defense Tutorials

by Tim Cartmell InternalPower

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:27:58 GMT

The following is an excerpt from Tim CartmeWs excellent book, Effortless Combat Throws. This excerpt contain four of the eight basic principles Tim outlines in the first chapter of the book whichform the basis for all of the techniques that are shown in the book. This section is perhaps the most important in the book. All of the subsequent entries and techniques will refer back to the principles presented here. These principles are the very heart and soul of the Art. It would be best to study...

Thai KickBoxing HeroSystem

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:51:59 GMT

This fighting style, called Muay Thai in Thailand, was developed sometime before the end of the 16th century, but records of the art have been lost and so it is not known just how long ago the art was developed. Refugees from the Yunnan province of China fled south and merged with the Khmer people as the populations merged, so did their two forms of unarmed combat, which became Muay Thai. Today Thai Kick-Boxing is practiced in Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia both for fighting and as a...

White Crane PressurePoints

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:10:43 GMT

You imitate the grace of the White Crane in combat. This style is also one of the five animal styles associated with the Shao-Lin temple Crane, Dragon, Leopard, Cobra, and Tiger. If you wish to simulate one of these Shao-Lin animal styles, you should take both the Shao-Lin Kung Fu and Dragon style feats, then take a mix of maneuvers from each style. There is also the Hung Gar style, which is a combination of Shao-Lin Crane and Shao-Lin Tiger styles. If you wish to simulate that style, you...

Stances HeroSystem

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:29:26 GMT

One aspect of martial arts training that the HERO System martial arts rules ignores is the use of stances and footwork. Characters can, if they wish, use minor applications of several Powers to simulate stances and other body positioning. At the GM's option, a character's stances can be grouped together into a Power Framework. The examples given here are taken from stances which are frequently used in Kung Fu, Karate and other common martial arts. Players are encouraged to research their...

Origins of the Circle Walk Practice in Ba Gua Zhang Circle Walking 2

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:53:55 GMT

The art of Ba Gua Zhang was developed during the mid 1800's by Dong Hai Chuan, however, the circle walk practice which he used as a basis for his art was developed by Daoists long before Dong combined this practice with his martial arts training. Exploring Dong's discovery of this Daoist practice may help the reader understand some of the benefits the Ba Gua Zhang stylist derives from this practice and therefore before we discuss the practice itself we will take a look at its origin. Professor...

Li Zi Ming s Ba Gua Zhang Method ClawKnives

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:09:30 GMT

After having studied in four different Ba Gua systems over a period of fifteen years, I finally came upon Li Zi Ming and his Liang Zhen Pu style of Ba Gua which, to me, was far more complete in its systematic approach than any other system I had studied. This system takes the practitioner from a basic foundation to a high level in Ba Gua without leaving gaps in the forms and movements and introduces all of the subtleties and nuances which this art contains in a Li Zi Ming poses in his home in...

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Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:41:10 GMT

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Fred Wu stands in the Ba Gua Zhan Zhuang stance keeping posture which he learned from Sun Xi Kun StraightSword

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:59:15 GMT

the straight line techniques taught by both men were similar, however, there were some small differences. When the war with Japan was coming to an end, President Chiang Kai Shek began to make plans to rebuild the country and established a program to send young college graduates to study abroad and receive practical training. Eight thousand people from all over China worked in the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and many applied to take the examination in order to be selected for the...

Seichim Level 1 Attunement NegativeEnergy

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:09:46 GMT

1. Stand behind initiate amp put your hands on their shoulders 2. Sign Seichim cho-ku-rei to the power of 9 rei once amp say mentally three times 6. Sign Seichim cho-ku-rei to the power of 9 7. Sign Lightning Bolt once amp if any other symbols come to mind use them also 8. Sign Seichim cho-ku-rei to the power of 9 10. Sign Seichim cho-ku-rei to the power of 9 11. Place your hands on initiates head until you feel the need to finish. If symbols appear, use them 12. Put your hands on back of neck...

Drain Dim Mak Techniques HeroSystem

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:37:27 GMT

Dim Mak is the infamous delayed death touch, a nearly magical method of striking or even merely touching an opponent, transferring ch'i energy, and causing an imbalance in the target's body that will eventually kill him. This is a Chinese technique, and not widely known the GM should restrict its purchase so that only one or two PCs ever learn Dim Mak. If several characters know it, it becomes mundane and boring, not the dangerous, mysterious art it should be. In a heroic-level campaign, Dim...

Conclusion BodyMechanics

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:36:54 GMT

While some teachers and styles are better than others, there are many different valid approaches to bagua some emphasise the health aspect, some emphasise the self-defence stuff. and some emphasise the competitive aspect of the art. As long as teachers have skill and bring some of that skill to their teaching, you will benefit, providing you practise enough to make progress and enjoy the practice enough to continue to do so. My one caveat is that the teacher should have what one of my...

Lowerlevel Wing Tsun 2

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:20:03 GMT

In Chinese terminology the two arms of the body gt re equivalent to two leaves of door. Whon both anus art out stretched, the area embraced by both arms or between the inner part of both arms a called the indoor area, while the area beyond the outer part of both arms is called the outdoor area. fh trmUtbrmi Chinm door r s two Mhch open inwmnk. A left putting himself in the Wing Tsun Prefighting Posture in front of B right . B launches a straightline punch at A, with his fist coming over A's...

The History of Ba Gua Qi Gong ChineseMedicine

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:19:19 GMT

It would be difficult to say for sure whether or not Dong Hai Chuan Jc l taught qi gong methods to his students which were separate from the circle walking practices of Ba Gua Zhang. There is evidence which points to Dong's involvement with the Quan Zhen I sect of Daoism and thus we might conclude that he was taught the various qi gong methods practiced by this sect which included circle walking - see Pa Kua Chang Journal, Vol 4, No. 6, page 3 . However, the only real identifiable trail that I...

Counter to a Front Headlock CloseCombat

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:22:49 GMT

Marines use a counter to a front headlock when the opponent approaches from the front and puts his right arm around the Marine's neck, bends the Marine forward, and locks the Marine's head against his hip. To execute the counter to a front headlock, Marines Grasp the opponent's wrist and forearm with both hands and pull down to clear the airway. Maintain control of the opponent's wrist throughout the move. Once the airway is clear, tuck the chin to protect the airway and to prevent the opponent...

The Ultimate Martial Artist HeroSystem

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:20:00 GMT

Editor Developer Bruce Harlick Cover Illustration Storn Cook Cover Art Colors amp Graphics Heroic Age Colors Interior Illustration Storn Cook, Greg Smith, Pat Zircher, Dan Smith Weapon Illustrations Bryce Nakagawa, Steve Peterson Project-Specific Contributions Pagemaking amp Layout Blackhawk Typesetting Art Direction Jessica Ney-Grimm Graphic Design Karl Wu, Kurt Fischer Project Ombudsman amp System Conversions Steve Peterson Editorial Contributions George MacDonald, Ray Greer, Steve Peterson,...

Cross switch kicks DefensiveSteps

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:26:32 GMT

This trick is used when putting the opponent off his balance by kicking and sleeping back wards. Throw the left and the right kick to the opponent's jaws again until the opponent falls down. If the boxer practices to get skillful in order to become an experienced kicker while doing this trick the tip of foot should be touching the ground. To protect hold on to both arms guards cover the jaws. To counter put the opponent off balance by throwing the right foot or kicking. The Thai name for the...

Info Bpz Strength Training 2

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:56:47 GMT

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Standards SniperTraining

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:28:16 GMT

The sniper student must meet all the above condtioas to receive a passing score. The student is deemed to have failed if he does not recieve a passing score of o points. A total of 10 points must be accumulated in order to pass the camouflage and _ _ conceaclient exercises, io exercises will be given throughout the course . SCOUT SNIPER OBSERVER HALO H HO INSERTION EQUIPMENT SNIPER OBSERVER EQUIPMENT, READY TO BE DONNED 13. HIGH-ALTITUDE-JUMP GLOVES MITTENS 2. THERMAL UNDERWEAR FOR...

The Reiki 2nd Degree initiation the secret process NegativeEnergy

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:02:48 GMT

The following pages are what actually occur during your second initiation, as usually the student would have their eyes closed. The pages have been laid out to illustrate for you the procedures at each stage of initiation. Please initially take time to review the purpose of each sequence. You will be asked to sign visually draw with one hand a Reiki symbol or repeat the symbol name. The sequences put together form the secret keys that align the student with the Reiki energy at this level. When...

Sumo Wrestling HeroSystem

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:44:16 GMT

STR 15 to resist Shove Block, Abort Optional Rules The Slap takes an automatic head location, but does no extra damage because of the head location. The other maneuvers take no specific location.

Elbow Strikes CloseCombat

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:01:47 GMT

The elbow is a powerful weapon that can be used in several different ways to attack virtually any part of an opponent's body. Elbow strikes can be performed either vertically upward or downward or horizontally forward or reverse . The striking surface is 2 inches above or below the point of the elbow, depending upon the angle of attack, the opponent's attack angle, and the position of the opponent. Vertical Elbow Strike Up . To execute an upward vertical elbow strike, Marines Contact the...

Single Palm Change Pushing Hands 2

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:53:00 GMT

Johnny Kwong Ming Lee was a Pa Kua Chang student of Sun Pao-Kung. Mr. Lee's background was outlined in detail in Volume 1, Number 3 of the Pa Kua Chang Newsletter and thus will not be repeated here. Johnny Lee has just recently finished writing a book on Fu Chen-Sung's Dragon Style Pa Kua Chang. If it is not already available for sale, it will be shortly. Those readers interested in purchasing Lee's book can write to him at the address shown on the back page of the newsletter. The following...

Martial Arts Companion Vjs WeaponStyle

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:17:23 GMT

After a short lifetime of studying under the masters at the temple, you have graduated to journeyman and are ready to take your wisdom and strength into the world. But have the masters prepared you to face the dangers of life The Martial Arts Companion gives you all you need to add true depth to martial arts in your game. Whether you run historical, fantasy, or even modern day campaigns, the rules in this product will assist you in giving martial artists the strengths and weaknesses they...

The Reiki Master Degree initiation the secret process NegativeEnergy

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:21:28 GMT

The following pages are exactly the Master initiation - normally, the Reiki student would have their eyes closed. The pages have been laid out to easily illustrate for you the procedures at at each stage of initiation. Please initially take time to review the purpose of each sequence. You are asked to sign visually draw with one hand the Reiki symbols or repeat the symbol names. The sequences together form the secret keys that align the student with the Reiki energy at this level. When you feel...

Info Fgg Wing Tsun 2

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:21:15 GMT

Illustration 1 REFIGHTING POSTURE Grandmaster Yip places his left hand in front of his right hand while facing the wooden dummy. III. 5 HIGH 8c LOW GAUN-SAU Yip withdraws hi right leg, and turns to his right wftile posing his arms in the High amp Low Gaun-seu gesture.

Shifting Blade BasicAttack

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:26:05 GMT

Fighter Attack 17 I H Mighty Shield Slam You switch your weapon to your empty hand, catching your Requirement You must have a hand free. Effect The target grants combat advantage to you until the end of your next turn. Attack Strength vs. AC Hit 3 W Strength modifier damage. You make a diversionary attack with your weapon to hide the real threat an uppercut from your free hand. Encounter Martial, Weapon Standard Action Melee weapon Requirement You must have a hand free. Target One creature...

Briefback Presentation SpecialWarfare

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 03:04:19 GMT

A briefback presentation should be prepared to last about one hour, with about forty minutes devoted to briefing various phases and about twenty minutes for question answer and discussion. Briefback presentations should include the following A. Briefback Packet. Present Operational Commander and key personnel present with a packet of your final plan, including phase diagrams. The packet should be neatly written or ty ped double-spaced in large script and easy to read The brief should follow...

Jakob Sutor 1612 LongswordCombat

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:56:25 GMT

Sutor's 'Neu Kunftliches Fechtbuch' was originally written in Frankfurt in 1612 and then republished by Wilhelm Hoffman in Stuttgart in 1849. He begins his work with 16 pages covering the lemgen schwerdt or long sword. These include the classic guards and a few pages devoted to grappling techniques. He follows this with coverage of the dusaken or dusack. A dusack is essentially, a large, elongated meat cleaver, one sharp edge, slightly curved blade with an integral hand grip. It has a certain...

Info Udh BladeApproaching

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:38:42 GMT

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Info Vhn ClawKnives

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:35:57 GMT

Leaning on the Horse and Asking Directions Continuing from above, the hands continue to rotate outward and turn over, palms facing upward the body weight shifts to the left foot at the same time, slightly turn the waist to the right, the two palms simultaneously lift upward in front of the body, passing the waist, the chest and then extend toward the front right, the right hand ahead with the fingers of the left hand about 10 centimeters away from the right elbow. At the same time, the right...

Using Spritely PalmAttack

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:17:47 GMT

BLOCKING A FIST BY ROTATING THE ARMS Opposite I take my left palm under my right to slip block and turn on my heels to face the S. PHOTO NO. 210. Now perform the same movements as before only in reverse. I block in with my left palm and step around with my right foot to attack the groin with my left palm. I then take a step to the S. with my left foot and opening my arms I throw him over slamming his chest. PHOTO NO. 211. PHOTO 210 PHOTO 211 PHOTO 212 PHOTO 210 PHOTO 211 PHOTO 212 WITHDRAWING...

The Archer ChiKung

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:47:20 GMT

This deep posture rapidly extends your Chi from your Tan Tien out to your extremities, thereby increasing its flow throughout your entire system. It is a powerful foundation practice for the martial arts applications of Da Cheng Chuan, and works instantly to make you mentally alert and energized. You should undertake this practice only after completing the warm-up exercises in Part One pages 20-25 . The Archer begins in Wu Chi. Your feet are shoulder width apart. Turning to the left, swivel on...

Spiritual Bearing in Strategy LongSword

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:02:54 GMT

In strategy your spiritual bearing must not be any different from normal. Both in fighting and in everyday life you should be determined though calm. Meet the situation without tenseness yet not recklessly, your spirit settled yet unbiased. Even when your spirit is calm do not let your body relax, and when your body is relaxed do not let your spirit slacken. Do not let your spirit be influenced by your body, or your body be influenced by your spirit. Be neither insufficiently spirited nor over...

Sprint Power Conditioning Drill BurpeeJumping

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:53:08 GMT

This drill can be performed anywhere, without equipment. It will boost your stamina while teaching the body to explode with force, despite physical fatigue. Repeat 6 rounds using only the jog back as rest You can replace the 12 Plyometric Pushups with 30 seconds of light dumbbell punching if you want a real challenge. Simply place a pair of 3-5 pound dumbbells 100 meters from your starting point. After completing 10 Burpees and a 100-meter sprint, you will find the dumbbells waiting for you...

Individual Movement Techniques SniperWeapons

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:18:46 GMT

The individual movement techniques used by the sniper team are designed to allow movement without being detected. These movement techniques are sniper low crawl, medium crawl, high crawl, hand-and-knees crawl, and walking. a. Sniper Low Crawl. The sniper low crawl Figure 4-3 is used when concealment is extremely limited, when close to the enemy, or when occupying a firing position. b. Medium Crawl. The medium crawl Figure 4-4 is used when concealment is limited and the team needs to move...

Body Kgo SniperTraining

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:42:57 GMT

1. General. Before we can start, we first must know what exactly is meant by the tern Special Operation. Special Operations involving Seal Soout Snipers can be considered any mission that is not normally encountered by your standard Seal Sniper. a Maximum effective range - 2000 - 3000 meters b Less than one minute of accuracy. c 20X Leapole Vitra Ml Telescopic sight allows for Improved target identification and location. d Used primarily in engaging hard targets a Single shot bolt acitons not...

Weapons Aikido 2

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:05:01 GMT

WP Large Sword, WP Small Sword, WP Knife, WP Pole Arm, WP Staff, WP Small Shield, WP Zwittentang, WP Paired any combination of other WPs and or hammerfist . Note on WP Paired This is a little different then the ordinary WP Paired. If more then one weapon fist is used to strike at once, then those weapons limbs are not available for auto-parrying for the attack sequence. If one or more limbs are being used to parry attacks, then other limbs may be available for a simultaneous attack. It is...

TWISTED TWIG front wrist lock Kenpo

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:19:24 GMT

1. With feet together and both hands of opponent applying a wrist lock on your right wrist, step forward and to your left to 11 o'clock with your right foot into a right neutral bow as you deliver a right upward elbow strike to your opponent's solar plexus and or jaw. Your left hand is placed on top of opponent's right wrist for purposes of checking. 2. Pivot counter clockwise into a horse as you deliver a right outward elbow strike palm up to opponent's solar plexus. 3. Follow-up with a right...

Chemical Agent Alarm M8A1 NerveAgents

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:06:32 GMT

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Sleight Of Hand HeroSystem

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 03:36:40 GMT

At the GM's option, characters might be able to use this Skill to perform feints in combat. This means that the character is attempting to fake out his opponent, creating an opening that can be exploited. For every 2 points that the character makes his Sleight Of Hand roll by, he gains 1 to his OCV, up to a maximum of 3. However, each time after the first that the character tries this against a particular character, he takes a cumulative -2 penalty to his Sleight Of Hand roll. Thus, sooner or...

Tim Cartmell demonstrating Tai Ji Quan in Tokyo Japan 1990 FullContact

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 03:19:30 GMT

school. I subsequently studied with Ted for about twelve years. The last three years I also studied in the instructor's class with Jimmy Woo. So I stayed with San Soo from the time I was 12 until I went to the orient when I was about 23. What can you tell us about San Soo in general I was looking for a style of martial arts which was street self-defense oriented. At the time I noticed that in a lot of styles, especially the Chinese styles, people did a lot of forms and exercises and prearranged...

Miscellaneous Weapons DoubleAction

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 02:40:31 GMT

At the top are brass knuckles, a well-known implement for use in eavy-type, round, blackjack with spring handle Third from the top is the most vicious type of blackjack known. The brass knob on the end of the telescoping spring shaft will easily penetrate the skull bones. This weapon was developed during World War II and was used in underground warfare. At the bottom is the iron claw, the most effective of all mechanical come-along devices. This is particularly suitable for handling unruly...

Trrii1 Uiith Hettlebells Kettlebell

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 02:27:50 GMT

In the old days, any Russian strongman or lifter was called a girevik, or 'a kettlebell man'. Many famous Soviet weightlifters, such as Vorobyev, Vlasov, Alexeyev, and Stogov, started their Olympic careers with old-fashioned kettlebells. Recalls two times Olympic champion and world record holder Leonid Zhabotinskiy We kids got into the habit of visiting the local blacksmith. Among the metal scrap in his shop we found a one-pood 16kg kettlebell. So we tried real hard lifting it with one arm,...

ST 42 CHONGYANG Pouring Yang WholeBody

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:33:02 GMT

Distal to ST 41, at the highest point of the dorsum of the foot, in the depression between the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones and the cuneiform bone. This point is an electrical as well as a physiological point. The strike will cause nerve damage with an immediate electrical shock wave rushing up the whole leg. This is also a gt yuan or source point. It will cause great Qi loss and local pain enough to stop anyone from attacking more. ST 43 XIANGRU Sinking Valley In the depression distal to the...

Double Tansau Double Upper Lyingpalm Wing Tsun 2

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:23:09 GMT

A left posing the W.T. Prefighting Posture while lacing B. B attacks A with double ixjnches. A dissolves B's attack by changing the Double Tan-sau to the Jut-sau movement. Having fectuated the Jut-sau, which caused B to fall forward. A takes the opportunity to launch his powerful Double Upper Lying-palm attack at B's face. The Kau-sau is a movement which enables us to rcpiacc our bridge-arms from the opponent's outdoor area to his indoor area or vice-vcrsa in a safe and simple way. The High...

First Observations Of A ST 9 Knock Out WholeBody

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:20:11 GMT

From The Medical Aspects Of Boxing, 1941 July 1940 there was an opportunity to observe for the first time a knock out caused by a strike to the right carotid sinus in a fencer. This case, which to our knowledge is the first observation of its kind, appears to be of great physiological interest. The padded tip of the blade first hit the victim beneath the right clavicle. YNo particular points here but this is the area of gt the power band which when struck takes all power from the upper body...

by Allen Pittman Internal Power 2

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:20:03 GMT

The method of Pa Kua taught to me by Mr. Hung I-Mien consisted of three sections The Twenty Four Gates, the Post Birth or After Heaven sequence often termed The Sixty-Four , and the Before Heaven sequence, which the readers will recognize as the circle walking Pa Kua. According to Teacher Hung he preferred the term Teacher to Master this was the same sequence he learned from his teacher, Chang Chun-Feng. The readers should note that Chang preferred his students to acquire skill in Hsing-I as a...

Stalking Exercises SniperTraining

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:30:47 GMT

1. The purpose of the stalking exercise is to give the sniper confidence in his ability to approach and occupy a firing postion without being observed. Having studied a map and aeriel photograph,if available individual students must stulk far a predesignated distance, which could be 1000 yards or more, depending on the area selected. All stalking exercises and tests should be approximately 1000 yards with a four hour time limit. The student must stail within 150 to 200 yards of two trained...

Thumb strike to throat KravMaga

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:21:59 GMT

The defender uses the thumb strike to the throat Figure 4-3 as an effective technique when an opponent is rushing him or trying to grab him. The defender thrusts his right arm and thumb out and strikes his opponent in the throat-larynx area while holding his left hand high for protection. He can follow up with a disabling blow to his opponent's vital areas. 3 Thumb strike to shoulder joint. The opponent rushes the defender and tries to grab him. The defender strikes the opponent's shoulder...

The Combination of Pa Kua Stepping and Single Palm Change Pushing Hands 2

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:21:54 GMT

We could practice three different kinds of combinations of Single Palm Change and Pa Kua stepping. 1 Enemy attacks from the front during Pa Kua stepping. 2 Enemy attacks from behind during Pa Kua stepping. 3 No contact with the enemy during Pa Kua stepping, but actively turning to the back of the enemy to seek an opportunity for attack. 1 - Enemy Attacks from the Front During Pa Kua Stepping. Begin with the original start and complete two to three circles, then pause with the Lion Pose. The...

Serada HeroSystem

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:11:57 GMT

Serada is a close-quarters fighting system it concentrates on the punyo range, a term derived from the inch of stick that protrudes from the bottom of the exponent's fist . It mainly uses the espada y daga form, with the knife being held in the left hand. The techniques concentrate on using the stick to lock an opponent's weapon so that a successful attack can be made with the knife. To be counted a practitioner of Serada, a character should buy the De Cadena, Takeaway and Weapon Bind...

Covering with a Gold Bell JIN ZHONG ZHAO Kungfu

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:46:26 GMT

This exercise is a hard one, it strengthens both outside muscles, bones, sinews and inside the inner organs . It is the most important hard exercise out of all 72 Arts. This exercise is rather complicated and difficult. It is necessary to make a mallet of stuff and strike with it on the whole surface of the body, on the front and the back. At first you will feel some pain but after training for a long time feeling of pain will gradually disappear. At that time the mallet of stuff can be...

Dreams and Dreamers MartialArtist

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:24:02 GMT

reamwork IS aN esoteric area that has attracted scientific I analysis in the last decade. There has been considerable JL- research into lucid dreaming, where the dreamer takes control of the events in the dream or at least is aware of the fact he or she is dreaming. Psychologists have set up sleep labs to study student sleep patterns and have done quite a bit of physiological measurement in the last few years. The mystery is fading. The Winter 1992 22 issue of Gnosis, a magazine for Western...

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Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:34:05 GMT

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Methods and Applications of Ba Gua Specialty Weapons DuckKnives

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:51:15 GMT

The North American Tang Shou Tao Association teaching curriculum includes the study of numerous Ba Gua Zhang two handed specialty weapons. In order to provide an introduction to some of these weapons, North American Tang Shou Tao instructor Marc Melton has submitted the following article. Marc is of Chinese descent on his mother's side and speaks the language fluently. In addition to his study with the North American Tang Shou Tao Association, Marc has also traveled to China on several...

Techniques SniperWeapons

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:41:17 GMT

To engage moving targets, the sniper employs the following techniques a. Leading. Engaging moving targets requires the sniper to place the cross hairs ahead of the target's movement. The distance the cross hairs are placed in front of the target's movement is called a lead. There are four factors in determining leads 1 Speed of the tarqet. As a target moves faster, it will move a greater distance during the bullet's flight. Therefore, the lead increases as the target's speed increases. 2 Angle...

Banshay AttackRolls

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 08:29:51 GMT

Banshay is a Burmese weapon art specializing in the sword, although spear and staff are also taught by the style. Like many Burmese martial arts, both Chinese and Indian martial combat forms heavily influenced Banshay's development. Banshay teaches the student never to unsheathe his weapon unless absolutely necessary. Students of this style are taught to attempt to disarm an opponent and to use the sheathed blade unless a dire situation presents itself. Only then is the student to resort to...

Kamigakure No Jitsu BlackDragon

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:47:56 GMT

This refers to detecting the enemy's activity and predicting his movements. Normally this function is carried out at the command level of organization that is, it is the responsibility of the senior levels, the Chunin and Jonin, to evaluate raw data and formulate scenarios of possible enemy operations. The Genin, or field agent, however, must be aware of the type of information required for this process, and at least be partially able to predict the outcome of a confrontation in order to...

Disarming and Weapon Retention CinematicSkills

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:38:27 GMT

Modern warfare is all about firearms. If you have a gun and the other guy doesn't - and he doesn't surrender before he gets close enough to be a threat - shoot him. In close-quarters battle, though, any tight corner could conceal an enemy close enough to grab your weapon. To counter this, military styles teach how to keep weapons away from unfriendly hands that is, the Retain Weapon technique. If the other guy has the gun, the correct response is to take away his weapon and shoot him with it -...

Part V KOBUDO Competition Karate

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 17:47:58 GMT

13.1 KOBUDO competition shall be conducted under guidelines as set forth by the National AAU Karate Committee. 13.2 Competition Area. Same as KATA. 13.3 Organization Of Competition. No Compulsory KATA shall be required for KOBUDO competition. 13.3.1.1 Individual KOBUDO competitors shall compete in the age and skill divisions as prescribed in the appendix. 13.3.1.2 The individual KOBUDO match consists of individual performance in separate male and female divisions. 13.3.1.3 KOBUDO competition...

Platoon In Wedge Formation DoubleAction

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 15:07:07 GMT

This is an offensive formation used for splitting up mob elements, and advancing and clearing streets. In the illustration two squads carrying batons, grenades, and 37mm gas guns make up the front or V of the formation. Squad leaders are behind armed with submachine guns. Directly to the rear of the point is the officer in command, with a radio man on his left. The third squad is in reserve in the rear of the oificcr. It is armed with automatic weapons, extra 37111m gas guns, and special rifles...

Knife Fighting Techniques Slashing Techniques CloseCombat

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14:49:59 GMT

Marines use slashing techniques to close with an enemy. Slashing techniques distract the opponent or damage the opponent so Marines can close in. Typically, Marines target the opponent's limbs, but any portion of the body that is presented can become a target. Vertical Slash Technique. The vertical slash follows a vertical line straight down through the target. To execute the vertical slash, Marines Thrust the right hand out and bring the weapon straight down on the opponent, continuing to drag...

ST 17 RUZHONG Middle of Breast WholeBody

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14:00:59 GMT

In the middle of the nipple In the 4th intercostal space. This point when struck has a devastating affect and will cause death when a medium to hard strike is used. In acupuncture, it is only ever given as a reference and not to be either needled or using moxa on it. The strike must be accurate to within a millimetre though. Immediately there is a sensation moving up the left side of the neck if the left nipple is struck and visa-versa and over the top of the back of the head to the other side...

ujav of the turta SneakAttack

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:57:42 GMT

Moonlight fell upon the ancient stones of the Kaiu Wall, easting shadows into the deep grooves weather and time had worn. Absolute blackness rested in the spaces where Hiruma archers and Kaiu siege-masters had stood only weeks before, ready to rain death down upon advancing armies of the Shadowlands time and again. Men still patrolled these stones and stood upon this great Wall, but they were no longer the guardians of the Empire. Where the warriors of the Crab had stood for centuries now...

The Pole of a Falling Star LIU XING ZHUANG Kungfu

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 08:59:31 GMT

The exercise The Pole of a Falling Star belongs to hard external exercises, it develops the hard YANG force. The training method is very simple. Dig a thick bamboo trunk15 into the ground, wrap tightly the outside of it with a thick hemp cord. Stand before the pole and deliver different types of blows pushing, striking, cutting etc. with your head, fists, palms, shoulder joints, elbows, wrists, forearms, legs and buttocks at the bamboo pole. Everything is the same as in the exercise Striking...

Defense Against A Knife KravMaga

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:07:09 GMT

When an unarmed soldier is faced with an enemy armed with a knife, he must be mentally prepared to be cut. The likelihood of being cut severely is less if the fighter is well trained in knife defense and if the principles of weapon defense are followed. A slash wound is not usually lethal or shock inducing however, a stab wound risks injury to vital organs, arteries, and veins and may also cause instant shock or unconsciousness. a. Types of Knife Attacks. The first line of defense against an...

Falldown Drunk Drunken Master PressurePoints

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:54:46 GMT

You literally fall down, either to Dodge an attack or deliver a surprise attack your opponent can never be sure. Prerequisite Drunken Master, Stagger, any other Drunken Master Maneuver. Effect You may make a Bluff check vs. your opponent's Sense Motive to gain a 1 Dodge bonus to Defense by falling out of the way of an attack. Alternately, you can fall but roll out of it immediately and attack your opponent. This use of the Fall-Down Drunk feat grants the character a 1 to hit and a 2...

class features Faa SneakAttack

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:52:54 GMT

Shadow's Scourge The hunter has learned to fight his chosen foe with great effectiveness. Against any creature with the Lying Darkness subtype, the hunter gains a 1 enhancement bonus on all attack and damage rolls. This bonus extends to any weapon ranged or melee used by the shadow hunter. Covert In stalking the shadows, the hunter has learned their stealthy ways. Beginning at the 1st level, the hunter gains a 2 competence bonus to all Hide and Move Silently checks. This bonus increases to 4 at...

Rear Choke Defense JiuJitsu

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:51:10 GMT

In this situation, my opponent has secured an arm around my neck from behind. This is a typical street hold that all Jiu-jitsu students must learn to defend against. In figure 1, I begin to set up my defense by bending my knees and positioning my hips to the right. I grab his sleeve at the shoulder with my right hand and pull down. I also grab his wrist with my left hand as shown. In figure 2, I drop my hips below his by bending my knees and squatting down. To avoid additional pressure on my...

Sweeps And Wings Filipino Martial Arts

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:45:05 GMT

Against any strike coming in from o side angle, there are basically two ways to handle it with your weapon pointing upward and with your weapon pointing downward. Again, for the sake of organization weT call the defenses with your weapon pointing upward sweeps.' because they are performed with the same kind of motions you rrnght use to sweep from side to side the inside of a giant round fish bowl The defenses with your weapon pointing downward we'll call wings Like a bird's wings in a defensive...

ST 40 FENGLONG Abundance and Prosperity WholeBody

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:03:42 GMT

Location 8 cun superior and anterior to the external malleolus, about 1 finger breadth posterior or lateral to ST 8, between the lateral side of the extensor digitorum longus pedis and the peroneus brevis muscles. Apart from local pain and Qi drainage, this point also has an affect upon the spleen. It will cause a great imbalance between ST and SP and so weaken the body. This is a classic epilepsy treating point. I have not heard of nay instances where a strike here causes epilepsy, however,...

Naval Special Warfare Small Craft SpecialWarfare

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:28:13 GMT

Since different SPECBOATUs have different primary missions. they are equipped with different types of small craft. SPECBOATUs dedicated to SEAL support and coastal patrol and interdiction use the PB and SWCL. Those dedicated to riverine warfare and SEAL support arc equipped with the MATC and PBR. Some units arc additionally equipped with high-speed cigarette boats confiscated by the Coast Guard from drug runners. Sea Spectre MK 3 and 4 Patrol Boats PB The all-aluminum Sea Spectres were designed...

Burpees IntenseTraining

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:48:03 GMT

Begin in a squat position with hands on the floor in front of you 1 . Kick your feet back to a pushup position 2 . Immediately return your feet to the squat position 3 . Leap up as high as possible from the squat position 4 . Repeat, moving as fast as possible. This is one of the best conditioning exercises available. Burpees will fatigue the upper and lower body while simultaneously developing stamina and explosive power. If you compete as a combat athlete, be sure to include these in your...

Ruler Nishi Saburo NinjaClan

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:32:58 GMT

Symbol A stream of water cutting through rock. Territory A large, wealthy holding, rich in rice production, belonging to an allied samurai daimyo who knows the secret of the clan. History The Nishi clan got its start a century ago, when a band of samurai decided to strike out on their own after their treacherous lord turned against the shogun and was defeated. These samurai fled the aftermath of that defeat and turned ronin. After due consideration, they decided that wealth and greed were far...

Principles From The Tai Shih Ching DeepBreathing

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:42:40 GMT

The embryo is generated from the hidden or undeveloped Chi. Chi comes from the modulated breathing of the embryo. When Chi enters the body-life. When Spirit leaves the body and the Knowing Spirit and Chi makes a long life possible. Protect and nourish the imaginary embryo to build up Spirit and Chi. When Spirit moves, the Chi moves where Spirit stops, the Chi stops. To have a long life, Spirit and Chi must mutually interact. When the heart mind is not dispersed, not a thought goes or comes....

A young Liu Yun Jiao second from right poses with his Liu He Praying Mantis teacher Ding Zi Cheng and some of his classmates His elder classmate Zhang Xiang San is sitting on the far right TrainingWill

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:53:43 GMT

the Japanese swordsman in the French Park and test skills. In order to test their skill without either man getting seriously injured or killed, the two used wooden swords which were dipped in white powder. When the fight began, the Japanese man immediately took the offensive and lunged straight in at Liu with his sword. Liu stepped out of the way and using a six harmony spear technique he sliced his opponent three times. The white powder on the Japanese swordsman's body clearly revealed each of...

Organization For Defense ArmedForces

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:09:52 GMT

Echelons. Ai all levels, a commander divides his forces into two echelons for the purpose of defending a given area. Defensive Areas. The area to be defended by a unit is divided into three positions The Security Position. It is occupied by the unit's screening force, its reconnaissance elements, and the security force. The Main Defensive Position MDP . The MDP is occupied and defended by the unit's first echelon. The Position in Depth PD . The PD is occupied and defended by the unit's second...

Wing Chun 1 PressurePoints

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:08:22 GMT

Mastery Accurate Kick 1, Accurate Kick 2, Accurate Kick 3, Block Mastery 1, Hard Kick 1, Hard Kick 2, Hard Kick 3, Weapon Mastery 1, Weapon Mastery 2. Bonus Feats Acrobatic, Archaic Weapons - Chinese, Athletic, Back Kick, Block, Improved Block, Circle Kick, Cleave, Combat Expertise, Combat Reflexes, Great Cleave, Heel Kick, Immovable, Improved Two-Weapon Fighting, Instant Stand, Jab, Jump Kick, Leg Sweep, Ridgehand, Snap Kick, Thigh Kick, Two-Weapon Fighting, Weapon Focus, Weapon Finesse....

C The suspension of hostilities ArmedAttack

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:06:17 GMT

a Different types of suspension of hostilities A suspension of hostilities may evolve defacto when no military operations take place. A respite of this nature may endure for a long period of time. But since neither belligerent is legally committed to refrain from resuming hostilities, the fighting can break out again at any moment without warning. 125 More importantly, belligerents may assume an obligation de jure to abstain from combat in the course of a war which goes on . A number of terms...

PREPARING GAME WSVX0209a SurvivalSituation

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:30:51 GMT

A. Dressing. Once the animal is dead, dressing should occur immediately. This allows the chest cavity to cool, thus slowing the decay and bacteria rate. Use of chest cavity propping sticks will aid in this process. a Using a well-sharpened pocket knife, cut around anus. Be careful not to puncture intestines or kidneys. b Cut the hide from the anus towards the chest cavity. This is performed by first placing two fingers under the skin. Next, place the blade of the pocket knife in between your...

Practise QiGong

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:20:32 GMT

One old lady is the Honorary Director of the Chinese Qigong Scientific Research Association, Consultant to the Beijing Qigong Research Association, Consultant to the Hudang - Boxing Research Association. Also she is President of the China Dayan Wild Goose Qigong Association Dayan Qigong comes from her family . In 1986 she was on the cover of China's top Qigong magazine, 'Qigong amp Science', She is Master Yang Meijun. At her home in Beijing many people come to visit, asking her for Qigong...

The Five Attitudes LongSword

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:21:21 GMT

The five attitudes are Upper, Middle, Lower, Right Side, and Left Side. These are the give. Although attitude has these five divisions, the one purpose of all of them is to cut the enemy. There are none but these five attitidudes. Whatever attitude you are in, do not be conscious of making the attitude think only of cutting. Your attitude should be large or small according to the situation. Upper, Lower and Middle attitudes are decisive. Left Side and Right Side attitudes are fluid. Left and...

Hypnotic Gestures Ki PressurePoints

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 05:10:19 GMT

By weaving your hands or weapons in intricate patterns, you fascinate your opponent, rendering him vulnerable. Prerequisites Ki and one of the following Arnis, Cobra, Ninjutsu. Effect You fascinates up to 2d4 HD of creatures for as long as you maintain your gestures. Once you stops making hypnotic gestures, the effects wear off in two rounds, giving you time to either attack your foes or make a Hide check. This ability counts against your Ki. You may only call on your Ki for any purpose a...

Decontamination Kit Individual Equipment M295 DKIE NerveAgents

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:25:24 GMT

The M295 DKIE allows for the decontamination of individual equipment through physical removal and absorption of chemical agent with no long-term, harmful side effects. The kit consists of a carrying pouch containing four individual decon packets, enough to do two complete individual equipment decontaminations. Each packet contains a mitt filled with the same decon powder used in the M291 skin decontamination kit. Two packets will decontaminate the protective gloves, M16A2 rifle, chemical...

Snake Creeps Down Tai Chi 2

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:47:55 GMT

You should block and grab a left fist attack with your right palm, Photo No. 121. Then you should pull the opponent downward as you slip your left arm under the groin area and attack the groin with shoulder. Photo No. 122. Another use for this posture is You are being attacked with a right fist, you should block using p'eng with your right wrist and then your left palm grabs his right elbow. You then pull downward using your weight moving down. This is a most powerful technique and causes the...

Nonlethal Rifle and Shotgun Retention Techniques CloseCombat

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:10:12 GMT

Most Marines are armed with the M16A2 service rifle. Marines are taught to keep their weapon with them at all times. Marines must be constantly alert to their surroundings and the people moving in and around their environment. Marines may be confronted by an individual who tries to take their weapons. If this happens, Marines should not struggle with the individual. To retain positive control of their weapons, Marines must understand and apply weapons retention techniques, otherwise known as...

Spin Method Of Throwing The Grapple EnemyCamp

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:20:42 GMT

Fig. 45-Hold the grapple by the end of the chain and whirl it clockwise to build up momentum the faster the spin, the higher the hook will sail. Centripetal force will cause the hook to fly off tangentially to the circular path which you are creating. Hold the rope loosely coiled in the left hand. Be careful to hold the hook away from the body, lest you accidentally hook your leg. Fig. 46-Release the chain and grapple in an underhand toss in such a manner that the hook sails over the wall. Note...

Tamarasha NegativeEnergy

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:10:10 GMT

Sounds like tam ara sha Alias - The Balancing Factor Summary - Grounds and balances the energy. Helps un-block the energy chakras centers allowing the energy to flow. The Tam-A-Ra-Sha is a Balancing Unblocking symbol. To completely unblock yourself sign it over or around your feet. Signing this symbol over pain helps reduce the pain or dissipate it altogether. Reiki Master and Seichim Manual - Version 1.1 - Copyright 2002-2003, reiki-ebook.com All rights reserved.

jeet kune do PressurePoints

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:04:57 GMT

History The way of the intercepting fist is perhaps best known for its creator, the legendary little dragon, Bruce Lee. Lee rejected all aesthetics, stances, and other mumbo jumbo as he called it , instead focusing on the reality of combat. Jeet Kune Do focuses on fluidity and attempts to emulate the indestructibility of water. In the words of Bruce Lee, Try to find a nicely-tied package of water. Water will sometimes flow around you unimpeded, but it can destroy boulders. When you fight with a...

Lo TeHsiu far left stands with a group of his classmates from Hung IHsings school who were all victorious in their tournament matches circa early 1970s Lo was one of Hungs best fighters Internal Power 2

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:44:33 GMT

2 - Tucker begins to punch, Lo moves to block. 3 - Lo controls Tucker's elbow with left hand. 4 - Lo brings right hand up in a circular arc. 5 - Lo pierces with right hand while controlling Tucker's elbow with his left. 9 - Lo continues to control Tucker by his right arm and throws a forearm strike to Tucker's face with his left. 6 - Lo continues the circular motion with the strikiing hand, striking downward. 10 - Lo turns his body to set up for a throw. 8 - As his arms continues its circular...

Sheung Tin Side Kick 2

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:48:28 GMT

During the week of 20th September 1990, we had the honour of meeting Master Won Shun Leung and Master Tsui Sheung Tin from Hong Kong. Master Tsui Sheung Tin was the third official student of the late Grandmaster Yip Man in Hong Kong and Master Wong Shun Leung was probably THE most famous fighter of the Wing Chun clan in the early 1950's. Bruce Lee was a student of Yip Man but it was mostly Wong Shun Leung who taught Bruce Lee his Wing Chun. Yvette Wong invited the two masters to visit the city...

Inner Thigh Stretches Weight Training 2

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:27:23 GMT

Sit on the floor and draw your legs together so that the soles of the feet touch. Hold on to your feet and lower your knees to either side as far as you can. Use your arms or elbows to place gentle pressure on your legs and so get the fullest possible stretch. At maximum stretch hold for five seconds then release. Repeat the exercise for ten reps. Pic 35 Weight Training for the Martial Artist 4 QUAD STRETCH From a kneeling position sit back gently between your own ankles, as illustrated, then...

Mirror Mirror Seeing through a Glass Darkly MartialArtist

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:20:20 GMT

In maGIcal, religIous, and occult practice, cryptic references are often made to mirrors. Folklore, superstition, and myths from many cultures mention the use of mirrors and not just for scrying. Lao's mirror reflected the mind and its thoughts. Merlins mirror informed him of treason, secret plots, and other dangers to Arthur's kingdom. Vulcan's mirror showed the past, present, and future. Tezcatlipoca spoke to his Aztec supplicants as the Lord of the Smoking Mirror, and his mirror had the...

Attributes of a Provost LongswordCombat

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:12:53 GMT

demonstrates teaching skill in both individually-oriented training and group-oriented training sessions possesses a solid analytical understanding of the historical treatises possesses a high degree of skill in multiple weapons in no less than four 4 types demonstrates skill at handling multiple opponents has succeeded in obtaining the prize of provost through no less than six 6 challenges rank of provost granted by the Academy's governing body

SEIHEKI symbol NegativeEnergy

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:25:17 GMT

The guiding light to the subconscious, this symbol is used for emotional healing purification protection clearing. It also represents the God Goddess Reiki Master and Seichim Manual - Version 1.1 - Copyright 2002-2003, reiki-ebook.com All rights reserved.

Ba Gua Zhang Instructor Jason Tsou TrainingWill

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:56:36 GMT

during these special camps. We had weapons training, qi gong applications, and forms. The chance to train for long periods like this was very beneficial. When it was possible we would also do these special camps in the winter as well. In both systems we had a definite learning sequence. In Ba Gua you begin learning the basic arm movements rolling, twisting, penetrating, and wrapping. This is taught with the single arm and then double arms. It is practiced to the front, side, and rear. After...

Developing Joriki Your Power of Concentration in Action SwordMaster

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:56:20 GMT

The focused mind can pierce through stone. Japanese maxim Centuries ago there lived a man who had devoted himself completely to kyudo, the Way of the bow. Early one evening he was walking in the mountains when suddenly he saw a flicker of movement in the shadows. It was a tiger, its back arched, ready to pounce. Without hesitation the archer nocked the arrow. Concentrating all his power in the shot, since it might be his last, he let the arrow fly. A direct hit, right in the head. Without...

when is a styee being used WeaponStyle

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:56:03 GMT

It is very important for the player and the Gamemaster to agree when the bonuses from a Martial Arts Style or Weapon Style skill can be applied. The basic rule of thumb is shown below. The bonuses from a Martial Arts Style or Weapon Style skill are only considered active if the character is actively attacking an opponent using the style. The reasoning behind this ruling is simple and direct. These skills are considered a special form of combat that integrates several different types of skills...

Liu Yun Jiaos Ba Gua in America An Interview with Jason Tsou TrainingWill

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:54:50 GMT

Jason Tsou - Zou Jia Xiang has been teaching Chinese martial arts in the Los Angeles area for 17 years. His background includes Ba Gua Zhang M- , Ba Ji Quan Yang and Chen Tai Ji, Shuai Jiao, Long Fist, Xing Yi Quan and Praying Mantis. He began his martial art training 36 years ago in Taiwan at age 11. While living in Taiwan he trained in Ba Gua Zhang from Liu Yun Jiao J and also trained in Shuai Jiao wrestling from Chang Dong Sheng His career has been highlighted in several magazine articles in...

Escapes Defenses Oie SnapKick

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:36:39 GMT

SMASH YOUR LEFT ELBOW INTO HIS STOMACH SMASH YOUR LEFT ELBOW INTO HIS STOMACH QUICKLY SMASH A RIGHT ELBOW TO HIS STOMACH REACH UP AND GRAB HIS EARS TO PULL HIM FORWARD REACH UP AND GRAB HIS EARS TO PULL HIM FORWARD TURN INTO THE PUSH AND SMASH YOUR KNEE INTO HIS STOMACH TURN INTO THE PUSH AND SMASH YOUR KNEE INTO HIS STOMACH SMASH YOUR HANDS ONTO THE BACK OF HIS NECK SLAP INTO HIS GROIN TO LOOSEN THE GRP SLAP INTO HIS GROIN TO LOOSEN THE GRP REACH UP AND GRAB HIS HAIR PULLING HIS HEAD BACK...

by James Cravens SwimmingBody

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:01:15 GMT

Those who knew Christopher G. Casey recognized that he was a man on a mission. He was American born and had a thirty year love affair with the Martial Arts before his untimely death in 1986. He was famous in his avocation - an international reinsurer, working for a company in Germany called Hannover Rhee. He was a brilliant man whose interest in martial art was related to its study of energy, in particular the study of combative energy. With means, intellect, job complementation, his journey...