Wrist Grab Escape

Wrist grab escapes are commonly taught in a variety of martial arts. But many times, when you are learning how to get out of a wrist grab or a wrist hold, it is done statically. That is fine, especially when you are learning the particular technical concept being taught. However, it is important to understand the intent and purpose of why someone would grab your wrist in the first place. To that end, in this video, we take a very self defense oriented approach of addressing that. In the situation we are addressing is one of isolating the target. That is, the attacker who grabs your wrist with both of their hands is trying to take you someplace else. So when it comes to self protection and learning martiThe leverage based principle from Jiu Jitsu is just that. This self defeal arts, it is critical that we understand the context. That is why I focus on the base, as your first self defense move - make yourself heavy and find your root first! Once you have that, then you can do the escape maneuver. This maneuver is a leverage based principle from Jiu Jitsu that is scalable; it is a self defense technique that works for children, women, and men.
The steps are:
1. Get Into Base
2. Grab Your Fist
3. Break the Grip
4. De-Escalate

Practice it slowly at first. Just get the steps down. Then, when you feel more and more comfortable with the steps of the 2 on 1 wrist grab escape, you can have your partner raise the level of intensity of the pull. Don't forget to get into base! To be clear, the main objective is to show how to break the grip. What you do afterwards is your choice. I chose to show de-escalation, simply because I would like to have more of that image associated with martial arts training. However, if the situation calls for it, and the fight is on, keep fighting. We'll have more videos on what to do as a follow up.
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If you're ever wondering, "Where are some self defense classes near me, where I can learn this 2 on 1 wrist escape in person?" You should definitely check to see what is offered in your community. Our videos serve as a reference and an intro, to hopefully prompt you to seek out face-to-face instruction. In person instruction is the best. Make sure the martial arts school you choose is a good fit for you.
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Escape a Collar Grab!

A 2 handed shirt grab is control and intimidation tactic that can lead to a potentially very violent situation. It is in your best interest to know this self defense move to escape the situation and possibly even de-escalate it. In one variation of this basic martial arts move in Jiu Jitsu, there is a follow up elbow strike. I opt not to do that, because if I can escape and have a chance to de-escalate the situation, I will. This is my philosophy on personal defense - to be able to get home safely. If I can do it by avoiding violence, I will always choose that path, first. Make no mistake, in home defense tactics, if your life is on the line, then yes, by all means, strike, kick, lock, choke, whatever you need to do. But if it doesn't need to go there, then I would strongly advise not to take it there. So this Basic Self Defense technique has 4 + 1 Bonus parts: 1. Make Yourself Heavy 2. Arms Set Up 3. Legs Set Up 4. Break the Grip 5. (Bonus) Back Away Get It: The free Self Defense Comic Book! http://www.austinkungfuacademy.com/book1 If you're ever wondering, "Where are some self defense classes near me?" You should definitely check to see what is offered in your community. Our videos serve as a reference and an intro, to hopefully prompt you to seek out face-to-face instruction. Follow for more Self Defense Techniques Instruction on social media: Twitter - @AustinKungFu Instagram - @AustinKungFuAcademy Facebook.com/AustinKungFuAcademy To see another breakdown of this same technique, make sure to check out: https://youtu.be/sbTtV-b2TWI https://youtu.be/gWPUSbwElYo

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80's Video Game Theme

Coming up! I will be posting quite a few games based off of 80's arcade games. Some of these games are relatively simple in concept, others are somewhat involved. But either way, I think these are a lot of fun, and if you are in the business of working with kids, feel free to use these ideas. I will be publishing an article soon in an article bank (not very hard to do lol) about this topic.

A Fun Game - Alley Oop!

This is a fun game that helps build focus, timing, explosiveness, teamwork, and confidence.

All one person has to do is throw a ball into the air, while the other person jumps up and slams it on a target. The next phase up is to do the same thing, except the person will have to jump up, grab the ball, and slam dunk it inside a box or container.

Simplicity. These types of games that are simple in design and construct can be some of the most enjoyable and most efficient skill builders.

I do have a slew of games that have some complexity to them, but I wanted to start out with the simple ones, because these tend to be very easy to explain and implement for any teacher, pretty much right away.

I may be a little slower getting more of these videos uploaded, but rest assured, they will all be uploaded eventually! And of course, I keep coming up with more game ideas, so stay tuned!

New Game - The Paper Race!

Just run with a piece of paper on your chest! It trains speed, focus, and gives a nice goal for the kids. And, you can recycle the paper once you are finished! A variation you could add to it is to have them turn a corner/run laps without losing the paper. I'm all about simplicity in these exercises, although there will be some complex ones coming soon.

So yeah, I just came back from my vacation in Minneapolis. My tradition is to grow a goatee whenever I'm on vacation, so hence, the facial hair (it comes off in a few hours, when I am officially off of vacation).

ANYWAYS, I just started using iMovie 09, from the iLife 09 package. This was my first time using it, and I have to say, I am liking it better than the previous version of iMovie. The only thing I haven't really played with is adding multiple audio tracks and video effects. But it definitely handles better. The direct upload to youtube is an AWESOME feature!

At any rate, I'll be trying to upload a new video of a game every other night or so. So check back here frequently! You can also follow me on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/AustinKungFu