Mildly Sticky
Last night’s Kenpo Karate class focused on several sets of “point-counterpoint” exercises. We only did a small subset, but it was really interesting. Normally the self-defense lessons consist of a set of moves to counter a technique like a certain punch/push or a grab. The general idea is to hit the attacker hard enough with your first move(s) so that he/she will then fall victim to your insane 99-hit combo. As such, it is important to land your “launcher” (haha fighting games).
However, in the point-counterpoint exercise your partner actually counters each of your moves, and typically only half of the combo is completed. Although each set in the point-counterpoint has a determined order of moves, each set can transition into a different set at any time. Once both people know the sets, the point-counterpoint can be done in a freeform manner where each person must read what the attacker is doing and react appropriately. This looks reeeeeaaaaaally cool when done at full speed; the look is similar to the sticky hands exercise in Kung Fu. Several sets also transition into various joint locks and how to escape, further increasing the cool factor of the exercise.
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By Kungfucius, 02/28/2007 @ 2:17 pm
You should have yelled “C-C-C-COMBO BREAKER!” for each countermove
By Velius, 02/28/2007 @ 3:39 pm
down, down-forward, forward + punch
By Catnipped, 02/28/2007 @ 4:55 pm
I want to see video!