by Kyle Sloan; Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill This is the final installment of the series. This is a great self-defense technique from Dr. Clif Norgaard. Instead of moving to hit you, maybe uke is going … Read More
by Kyle Sloan; Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill When returning to standing from the ground, there’s a safe way to do it if uke is nearby. From hands and knees, look behind you and kick. Again, … Read More
by Kyle Sloan, Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill In order to effectively strike, uke must raise up. You will feel uke’s rising actions. As uke raises up, pull your knees to your chest. Make sure you … Read More
by Kyle Sloan; Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill Judo guys do this every class, and it is the foundation of our escapes. Begin laying on your back. Bring one foot as close to your buttocks as … Read More
by Kyle Sloan; Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill Building on movement from last time, we add a partner to the mix. Using your walking, keep uke lined up in your center line. Begin by having your … Read More
by Kyle Sloan; Cameron Siemens, Uke; Photography & Video by Rob Goodwill Well, we messed up somewhere. Uke managed to slip past our legs. When practicing, uke should come to a kneeling position. This makes the falls much more low … Read More
by Kyle Sloan It’s important to understand the ground isn’t a bad place to be. We simply have to learn how to move around. First, you always want to be on your side and never flat on your back. The … Read More