This is what you are striving for, but remember to build to this level. Especially when working with a partner, self control is of the utmost importance.
In building your combo counters, you are trying to have the “off” counter be a simultaneous strike with the block and then throw the on counter immediately after. Go through the steps to build the dexterity and confidence before trying to blast through like the last example Kyle performs.
Having to work your blocks and counters while also focus on timing and ranging is very advanced. Start slow and build over time to a pace that matches what Kyle is showing.
This is the first time we use a parry block. It should be a soft block that creates a false sense in our opponent that their strike could still land on target. Make sure to show good use of leverage when pulling your opponent down and behind you. As is normal, we start in a […]
From that cat stance, make sure to push off of the back leg and spring forward with your left foot as you execute the backhand strike. Once you pull your opponent down, be in a solid horse stance as you do the downward elbow. It is very common to turn early for the last strike […]
The first part is breaking down the initial footwork and hand positions from a front, mirrored view. At 03:17 we do a side-by-side, non-mirrored version.
Pay attention to the position of the hands and keep your eyes in the direction of your opponent. Remember, you will be doing this from two different directions so make sure on that second angle that you face the correct way so that you are facing the screen after your box step. Good luck!