michaeledward said:
Concerning the technique 'Deceptive Panther', I have a question about how quick the technique starts.
Greetings.....
OK, well first off..... let's make sure we are on the same page with the same description of said technique before we try to dissect it and examine it's components to find the challenge.
Here is how we do this specific technique....... (with some additional notes for you):uhyeah:
DECEPTIVE PANTHER (Combination Right Front Snap Kick (Low) & Right Roundhouse Kick (High)
1. While in a right neutral bow, quickly shift your left foot (up the circle) toward 4:30 into a right 45 degree cat stance facing 10:30. Simultaneously deliver a left downward block to the inside of your opponent's right low kick and
position (to cover high for any attack here - foot or hand) a right inward block for (what will turn out to be) his right high kick, this will resemble/become a
universal block.
2. From your right 45 degree cat stance (facing 10:30), deliver a right snapping knife-edge kick to your opponent's left inner knee. (Your opponent should buckle out as well as bend forward.)
3. Plant your right foot forward into a right transitional neutral bow (facing 10:30). As you plant deliver a right downward back knuckle strike to your opponent's right mastoid. Without loss of motion pivot clockwise into a right front rotating twist stance as you deliver a left downward hammerfist to the right side of your opponent's neck.
4. Using the power of a fully
accelerated move, pivot counterclockwise out of your twist stance as you deliver a right stiff-arm lifting back knuckle strike to your opponent's face. During your back knuckle strike have your left hand check at your opponent's right shoulder. As you continue the
accelerated move, deliver a right back kick to his groin. This kick employs the
grafting of thrusting and lifting methods of execution.
5. From the Point of Contact of your kick, execute a right front crossover, and cover out twice toward 4:30.
NOTES ON DECEPTIVE PANTHER
1. NAME: The name of this technique originates from the nature of your opponent's attack. Your opponent is first trying to deceive you with a low kick, before following up with a higher kick. This
deceptive gesture resembles the feinting moves of a
panther, thus the name
Deceptive Panther.
2. THEME: (1)This technique is
Family Related with Swinging Pendulum and Detour From Doom, thus it has a similar theme. This technique teaches you the merits of
moving up the circle to get you out of the line of attack, as well as how you can extend the range of a your right Knife-Edge kick. The timing of the foot maneuver and the kick is crucial in maximizing your power. Timed with precision, body momentum becomes the chief contributor to the sum total of your force, which helps destroy his foundation. The first action triggers the second action (your right knife-edge kick to his knee), as if they were consolidated as one. Although precise timing gives you the illusion of consolidation, the two moves are, nonetheless, separate. The
shifting of your feet, and
gravitational marriage are repeated principles that help enhance the use of
body momentum.
(2) Deceptive Panther also introduces the use of a
Fully Accelerated Move, whereby you gain power by
dropping into your rotating twist stance, and gain power on the
lift when twisting out. This in-place stance change uses forward and reverse motion achieving nearly 360 degree torque that contributes greatly to the force of the kick.
(3) Furthermore, some of the benefits of a rotating twist stance are revealed: checking, locking, buckling, breaking, and complete rotation for power.
(4) The final kick of this technique is your introduction to
Grafted Kicks where you employ a scoop, thrust, and lift.
3. THE ATTACK: In the IDEAL PHASE of this technique your opponent is to the front in a left fighting stance. He then executes a double kick; first a low front kick toward your groin, and secondly a high roundhouse kick toward your head. Other WHAT IF factors are:
a. Your opponent is able to front crossover before you counter.
b. He kicks high, then low.
c. He precedes his right kicks with a left kick.
d. Their is a wall to your immediate right that restricts your movements.
4. Determine the relationship between Deceptive Panther, Detour From Doom, and Swinging Pendulum.
5. Review Kick Set #2 for what it teaches and apply that knowledge to this technique.
6. This technique is a good example of the benefits of
perceptual, mental, and
physical speed. Add this technique to your freestyle movements.
NOW....... Let's get to your specific questions....
michaeledward said:
Here is the basic movement as I understand it ... not the entire technique, just to the point of my question.
* Fighting positions .. Attacker in left neutral bow, defender in right neutral bow.
All we know for sure (at this point) is that WE are in a right neutral bow. The opponent could actually be in either (wouldn't matter).
michaeledward said:
Opponents Attack ... Right front kick to right roundhouse kick.
Agreed
michaeledward said:
Defense ... Universal block while stepping back slightly with rear leg. Then shuffle in and perform a right side kick to the attackers' left leg.I think my question is about a) the effectiveness of the Universal block and b) the timing of the shuffle?
ok, a bit of detailed examination is needed here..... first off ..... we don't know that he is going to deliver a front kick
then roundhouse kick so we treat this as a front kick attack with a
check {universal block} (
this check may or may not become active) .....
We don't deliver the 'Universal Block' by stepping
back, rather
UP towards 4:30 (off angling) with the rear or left leg and settle into a 45 degree cat. There is no need to "Shuffle" to deliver the right
snapping knife-edge kick to your opponent's left inner knee due to the proper
adjustment (which closes distance and increases access) of the left foot.
Keep in mind our 1st action is to get out of the centerline of his initial attack (front kick), we do this by shifting our
left foot (up the circle) toward 4:30, as we raise our right foot up onto the ball of the foot into a right 45 degree cat stance facing 10:30, simultaneously delivering a
left downward block to the inside of your opponent's right low kick and at the same time
position (to cover high for
ANY attack here - foot or hand) with the right hand a
right inward block/check [Important NOTE: this will be defined as a block if contact is made .... if not it will simply be a positional check] for (what will turn out to be) his right high kick, this will resemble/become a
universal block in either instance.
The Universal Block is
very effective here, it allows for
complete coverage for actual or perceived protection, whether or not it utilizes both left and right arms or just one.
michaeledward said:
a) Should this Universal Block act as a 'strike' on the front kick (knocking the attacker off balance and interrupting the second kick) or just a 'block'?
Either. It can act only as a block or if you have the skill for
sophisticated delivery of motion,....... then you can have a "striking block".:ultracool
michaeledward said:
b) I think the shuffle & side-kick should take place in the beat between the front kick and the roundhouse kick. This would move me inside the attackers' range before he can fire off that roundhouse. My instructors are telling me I am moving in too quickly, because I am not blocking the first kick.
With the way that we have described the technique above... this would not be applicable, but it would be a great what if, .... if the opponent reacted away from you on the first block and you needed to adjust closer due to his increased distance after the front kick... you would be forced to make some sort of adjustments, which may include a shuffle in this instance.
michaeledward said:
The rest of the technique is not posing any challenges, (at this time) ... just the timing on the first move and a half. I would appreciate any thoughts?
I hope this helps shed some light for you. Great question btw!
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