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Hinge Step Basics – The Half-Moon Method

The half moon method brings the feet together in your trasition back to your side horse. It’s okay to start a bit robotic to make sure you understand the components of the movement. Once you’re comfortable, you can start to blend the movements to smooth it out.

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February 15, 2021

Hinge Step Basics – Intro

The hinge step allows us to move to a low profile position and is an extremely important movement to develop in your self defense training.

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February 15, 2021

Hinge Step Basics – Adding a Kick

Adding a Kick is generally more effective using the swing method, but can also be worked from the half moon method. Be accurate with your step so that you are hitting that side horse every time. Also, don’t shortcut your chamber when throwing the kick.

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February 15, 2021

Hinge Step Basics – Adding a Block

We demonstrate adding a block with the half moon method, but this can also be done with the swing method. Make sure to practice both to develop your skills.

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February 15, 2021