Think with clarity. Move with purpose. Act with love.

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WELCOME

Congratulations on your promotion. Promotion to Purple Belt represents entry into the intermediate stage of martial arts training. By now, many basics that were at first challenging have become second nature. Techniques that used to feel complex are now simple. You are ready to build on those basics by learning increasingly more difficult basics, techniques, concepts and forms. As you training advances, we would challenge you to develop your level of commitment as well. To increase your practice time by five or ten minutes per day will result in a noticeable improvement in your skill. Taking the time for physical conditioning, even twenty minutes of daily cardiovascular or strength training, will greatly increase your energy and ability. It may seem daunting to find a half an hour a day in our busy, modern lives. You may want to consider training in front of the television, or while on the phone, or in other moments when your body is idle. You will also find that daily exercise can increase your productivity, leaving you extra time at the end of the day beyond the half-hour you set aside for training. Sincerely,

Jason W. Brick President, Bushido Martial Arts

BUSHIDO MARTIAL ARTS Copyright 2005, Jason Brick. All rights reserved. Excerpts under reasonable use law. Cover art by Lisette Gillespie.

CREED

I will apply myself to the study of karate. I will push myself consistently to develop my mind, spirit and body beyond what I once believed to be my limits. I will think with clarity. I will move with purpose. I will act with love. I am a martial artist. I will achieve these goals.

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KENPO KARATE Black Belt PathAdult

Time White Belt Yellow Belt Orange Belt Purple Belt Blue Belt Green Belt Advanced Green Belt 3rd Brown Belt 2nd Brown Belt 1st Brown Belt Black Belt Commitment 2 - 3 months 3 - 4 months 3 - 5 months 3 - 5 months 3 - 5 months 4 - 6 months 4 - 6 months 4 - 6 months 4 - 6 months 4 - 6 months

Material Basic Stances 2 Techniques 13 Techniques 1 Kata 16 Techniques 1 Kata 16 Techniques 1 Kata 16 Techniques 1 Kata 16 Techniques 2 Kata 20 Techniques 2 Kata 20 Techniques 2 Kata 20 Techniques 2 Kata 20 Techniques 2 Kata 30 Techniques 2 Kata

Concepts Continuing evolution in Basics Movement Coordination Combative Theory Artistry Self-Defense Grappling Physical Fitness Physical Awareness Mental Acuity Philosophical Knowledge Ethical Consideration Historical Understanding

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KENPO KARATE Black Belt PathJunior

Time White Belt Yellow Belt Commitment 2 - 3 months

Material Basic Stances 2 Techniques 6 Techniques 1 Kata 6 Techniques 1 Kata 6 Techniques 1 Kata 6 Techniques 1 Kata 6 Techniques 2 Kata 6 Techniques 2 Kata Teaching Techniques 2 Kata

Concepts Continuing evolution in Basics Scholarship Coordination Self-Confidence Artistry Citizenship Self-Defense Self-Control Physical Fitness Physical Awareness

Orange Belt 3 - 4 months Purple Belt Blue Belt Green Belt Brown Belt 3 - 5 months 3 - 5 months 3 - 5 months 4 - 6 months 4 - 6 months

Black Belt

Junior Black Belts go on to get their Adult ranking in each belt level of the Bushido Kenpo system, picking up the more mature and complex concepts normally reserved for our adult and teen students.

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ESSAYS Opening Comments

As an experienced practitioner of the martial arts, its likely that newer students and laymen will start asking you about it. A white belt may ask you for help with a technique, or a co-worker might ask you to show what youve learned. Perhaps a neighbor notices that youve lost weight, or move better or just seem to be in a good mood after class. Whatever questions come your way, by now youre more than qualified to answer. While answering, its important to keep two things in mind. First, remain open to dissenting opinions. Even when youre certain about what something means to you, other people have different perspectives, priorities and experiences. Besides, even if you disagree vehemently with what somebody else says, their opinion might still lead you to a new discovery as you think hard for a way to prove them wrong. Second, dont be afraid to say I dont know. Youre still relatively new to the art and cant be expected to know all things about everything. Theres nothing wrong in checking your sources, asking a more experienced student or simply taking time to think about it. Admitting our weak points is a vital aspect of training.

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ESSAYS Historical

During the 1960s, American Kenpo split into two major branches. The Tracy Kenpo system embraced the Chinese heritage of Kenpo. The original Parker branch stayed with their American approach. The differences were primarily cosmetic longer techniques vs. more techniques per rank, for example. Sadly, these superficial differences of opinion led to real animosity and lack of communication between these brother styles. Grand Master Ed Parker died December 15, 1990 without naming a successor to his system. As a result, the Parker branch fragmented into numerous smaller organizations. There are literally dozens of different Kenpo associations active in the world today. Again, many of these groups have allowed minor disagreements, personal egos and political argument to estrange them from one another. All Kenpo comes from the same root and is, at heart, similar. In truth, studying from several branches gives the student a better understanding of the tree that is Kenpo. The Bushido Kenpo System draws from both major Kenpo lineages, and is founded in the belief that all martial arts are equally valid and that there is wisdom to be gained from all corners. Bushido Kenpo includes material from both the Tracy and Parker Kenpo systems, as well as concepts from Kosho Ryu Kenpo, a grandfather style to both American branches. It also draws flavor from the cross-training of senior students, capitalizing on Kenpos eclectic nature to include the influence of Tang Soo Do, Jeet Kun Do, Arnis, Aikido and other arts.

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ESSAYS Ethical

Truth

Adult practitioners know the importance of being truthful with others. Weve had a lifetime of experience to learn the consequences of lying. Weve observed what happens to people who build a reputation of dishonesty. Weve also experienced those difficult times when telling a lie is necessary in the name of kindness, or even personal safety. This balancing act is part of everyday life and not an object for discussion here. More important to the study of martial arts is the concept of truth within oneself. Absolute honesty is vital to the process of personal improvement. Only through stark, honest self-assessment can we hope to achieve strong personal growth. We must realize, admit and understand our weaknesses and failings so that we can mitigate and eventually eliminate them. When practicing your art, its important to be aware of your weaknesses in stance, power, flexibility or understanding. Once aware, the natural tendency is to avoid working in our areas of weakness. It makes us uncomfortable and embarrassed. But honesty and commitment to growth require that we take the time to train our areas of weakness even harder than we do our areas of strength.

ESSAYS Philosophical

As skill grows, so does ego. Intermediate students begin to form their own opinions of how and why Kenpo works, how martial arts work and how they should be taught. Youll have already made some decisions about which techniques are better than others, or at least which ones you are more or less comfortable executing. This knowledge of Kenpo sufficient to make judgments is an excellent sign of your progress as a martial artist. It can be dangerously easy to slip from being able to make judgments to becoming judgmental of others. Kenpo, like life, is an individual experience. What is right for you may not be right for others. One of the strengths of Kenpo is its ability to be individualized. Finally, there is the temptation to join in the popular battle of which martial arts are superior to others. Our egos tell us that Kenpo must be the best. Others will tell us differently. Every decade has its own fad martial art, which the press will hype as the only true form of self-defense. In truth, there is no superior style of martial arts. There are superior teachers, superior students and superior combinations of a style with an individual. Kenpo is no better nor worse than other arts. The truths behind our techniques are the same truths behind the techniques of other systems. Its our responsibility to learn and represent those truths well.

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ESSAYS Mental

Think with clarity. To keep a mind free of clutter or doubt is to keep a mind focused on our goals and ready for training. Clear thought is key to proper study, to personal serenity and to working effectively. Mental clarity begins with keeping our goals in mind. Before doing anything, consider why you are doing it and how it must be done. Taking each action with a clear goal before us keeps us on track and moving in the right direction. Working hard without a defined goal has been compared to an expert marksman firing into the dark. Before beginning class or practice, take a moment to clear your mind of troubling or distracting thoughts. To set down your worries for the hour of class is one of the greatest gifts of modern martial arts training. If you wish to pick those troubles back up after class, thats up to you. Often, though, the hour of class reminds us that we didnt really want them in the first place. This is a simple concept, but a difficult practice. A helpful image is of a pebble landing in a pond. When the pebble hits, it sends out ripples tiny disturbances radiating from the point of impact. Look at the pond a moment later and the surface is again smooth. The disturbance has passed, leaving the water again clear and uncluttered.

ESSAYS Physical

The Purple Belt is linked with smoke, with mist and with the animal Crane. The Crane stylist is typified by intelligence and careful strategy. Where the Tiger attacks in an overwhelming straight-line offensive, the Crane moves around an opponent to dodge attacks then strikes at vulnerable points. Picture a crane hunting for a fish. It stands motionless in the stream, watching the water with focused intent. It waits for its moment and only then attacks with a single, swift and accurate motion. The Crane is a counter-fighter, replacing the heat of the Tigers fire with the evasion of smoke and mist. No matter how hard you grasp at smoke, it will always slip through your fingers. Analysis of combat reveals the concept of the dynamic sphere. A combatant can be pictured as being the center of a field of perception, energy and defense. At rest, all points are equally protected by this field. To move or attack stretches the sphere in one direction or another. Attacks are viewed as commitments of energy. To commit energy at one point means to draw that energy from another, leaving one point vulnerable and open to counterattack. The Crane watches for these vulnerabilities and reacts in time to exploit them. To be able to strike with such precision and timing one must build speed, flexibility and awareness through practice drills and physical conditioning. Additionally, deep consideration of strategy begins with the Crane stylist. To fight intelligently, it is important to understand not just what to do, but why it must be done.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Twirling Wings

Defense against a rear two-hand choke or grab. 1. Step back left foot to 4 or 5 oclock into a twist stance, cowling left hand over right on your right hip. Pivot counter-clockwise, simultaneously executing a left outward block and right inward elbow. End in a left forward bow facing towards 4:00. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow while checking with a right outward block and delivering a left inward elbow. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Snapping Twig

Defense against a front left hand push to chest. 1. Step back left into right neutral bow. Simultaneously deliver two inward palm heels to opponents left arm (right hand strikes elbow, left hand strikes wrist). Hook and clear with right hand. Shuffle forward and execute a left outward chop to opponents throat. Circle right hand counter-clockwise and strike bridge of opponents nose with a raking hammerfist. Follow right hammerfist with a right inward elbow sandwich to jaw. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Leaping Crane

Defense against a right step-through punch from the front. 1. Hop toward 10 oclock into a left supported crane stance. Simultaneously execute a left inward parry and a right raking middle-knuckle to ribs. Strike opponents right knee with a right knife-edge side kick. Plant foot between opponents legs and deliver a right backfist to left kidney. Shuffle in slightly and strike head with a right inward elbow sandwich. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Buckling Branch

Defense against a left step-through kick from the front. 1. Step back right into a left neutral bow and execute a left downward block. Circle left hand around to strike head with an inverted backfist strike. Open hand and grab opponents left shoulder. Deliver a right scoop kick to opponents groin, planting between opponents legs. Execute a left side kick to opponents left knee. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Crushing Hammer

Defense against a rear bear hug with arms pinned. 1. Step left into a horse stance as you drive a right hammer fist to opponents groin. Simultaneously pin arms with your left hand. Move right foot through a transitional cat stance and slide leg behind opponents legs in a right reverse bow, striking groin again with right palm heel and squeezing. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow and strike opponents chin with a right upward elbow. Pivot to a right forward bow facing 5 oclock while delivering a left palm heel to opponents ribcage. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Captured Leaves

Defense against a two-finger lock with right hand in opponents left hand. 1. Step left into a left neutral bow while striking with a left outward chop between your hand and opponents hand, peeling lock off your fingers. Pivot counter clockwise into a left neutral bow to deliver a left rear elbow to opponents kidney or floating ribs. Pivot clockwise and deliver a right rear elbow to opponents left ribs or head. Right hand is up to guard face. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Calming the Storm

Defense against a right step-through roundhouse club attack from front. 1. Step to 11 oclock with right foot into a horse stance as you deliver a left extended outward block and a right vertical fist to opponents face. Pivot to a right forward block as you shoot a left vertical punch to solar plexus. Right hand checks club arm with an inward checking parry. Pivot back to a right neutral bow and deliver a right backfist to opponents face while left hand executes a left extended outward block. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Crossing Talon

Defense against a right crossing grab to right wrist. 1. Step forward into a left neutral bow while rotating right hand clockwise to countergrab opponents wrist. Pivot into a right neutral bow as you execute a left inward block to opponents right elbow. Continue pulling opponents arm with right hand as you deliver a left outward elbow to opponents face or temple. Circle left arm overhead to deliver left dropping elbow to opponents spine. Palm strike with both hands to back and neck, grabbing opponent to pull him into a right knee strike. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Reversing Mace

Defense against a left step-through punch. 1. Step back left into a right neutral bow and deliver a right inward parry left outward block combination. Left hand hooks to grab opponents left arm as right hand circles to strike solar plexus with a backfist. Strike opponents left knee with a right wheel kick, planting forward. As you plant, deliver a right inward chop to back of opponents neck.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Thrusting Prongs

Defense against a bear hug from the front with your arms pinned. 1. Reach around to palm heel strike opponents kidneys with both hands. Simultaneously headbutt opponents face. Drive a left rising knee into opponents groin, planting back in a right forward bow. Bring hands around to deliver palm heels to opponents ribs. Hook hands over to grab arms as you pull into a right cat stance. Execute right snap kick to opponents groin. Plant forward and deliver a right inward elbow sandwich. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Locked Wing

Defense against a hammer lock. 1. Countergrab right wrist with your right hand. Step back with left foot and pivot to a horse stance while delivering a right outward elbow to opponents face. Circle left arm counter-clockwise to wrap up opponents right arm as you step back right into a twist stance. Rotate clockwise into left neutral bow, pulling opponent around you. While opponent is still in motion, deliver double palm heels to opponents back and execute a right knee to the face. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Obscure Wing

Defense against a left shoulder grab from the right flank. 1. Step back with right foot between opponents legs. Pin left hand to your shoulder with your left hand. Deliver a right rear elbow to opponents solar plexus, immediately straightening arm to deliver a right hammerfist to groin. Raise right arm to deliver a right obscure elbow to the chin. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Raining Claw

Defense against a right uppercut from the front. 1. Step right into a right neutral bow while delivering a right downward inward block to opponents forearm. Simultaneously drop a left overhead claw onto opponents face. Deliver a right backfist to opponents face. Pivot into a right forward bow as you drive a left palm heel to opponents chin, immediately extending into a five-finger eye strike. Right hand should be checking at chest level. Grab opponents hair with left hand and pull down into a right half-fist to throat. Shift left foot to 4 oclock as left hand claws across the face. Pivot to a left neutral bow and circle right hand to deliver a right backfist to opponents solar plexus. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Spiraling Twig

Defense against a rear bear hug with arms free. 1. Step left into a horse stance. Simultaneously strike and grind backs of opponents hands with double middle-knuckle fists. Grab opponents right hand with both your hands and step left to 2 oclock as you shift your grab into a wrist lock. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow. Step back right into left neutral bow and apply pressure to the wrist lock, pulling the arm to your right hip. Deliver a right front kick to opponents face while maintaining the wrist lock. Plant right foot forward and deliver a right backfist to the face. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Twisted Twig

Defense against a front wrist lock. 1. Step right into a right neutral bow as you deliver a right upward elbow to the chin. Circle right arm upward and counter-clockwise to deliver a right rear elbow to the solar plexus as you pivot into a horse stance. Left hand checks and grabs opponents right arm. Deliver a right hammerfist to opponents groin. Cover out.

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TECHNIQUE DESCRIPTIONS Obscure Sword

Defense against a left grab to right shoulder from the rear. 1. Step forward into a left neutral bow as you pin opponents left hand with your left hand. Pivot clockwise into a right neutral bow while delivering a right outward chop to opponents throat. Deliver a left front kick to groin. As your foot lands, execute a left finger spear to opponents eyes. Cover out.

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FORMS Short Two KataPage 1

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Step forward right into a right neutral bow. Deliver a right inward block followed by a right outward chop. Step forward left into a left neutral bow. Deliver a left inward block followed by a left outward chop. Pull left foot to a tight cat stance while rotating counter-clockwise to face 9:00 as you bring both hands to a cup and saucer position over your right hip.Step forward left into a left neutral bow, simultaneously delivering a left outward block and right reverse punch.

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Pull right foot into a tight cat stance while rotating clockwise to face 3:00 as you bring both hands to a cup and saucer position over your left hip. Step forward right into a right neutral bow, simultaneously delivering a right outward block and left reverse punch. Step with left foot towards 6:00 into a twist stance. Unwind counter-clockwise to face 6:00 in a left neutral bow. Deliver a left upward block and a right middle-knuckle punch. With hands still extended, kneel down and stand up while raking with the middle knuckle.

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Step left with right foot into a twist stance. Unwind clockwise to face 12:00 in a right neutral bow. Deliver a right upward block and a left middle-knuckle punch. With hands still extended, kneel down and stand up while raking with the middle knuckle. Pull in left foot and pivot counter-clockwise to face 4:30 in a cat stance. Execute a right inward downward block and bring left hand to right shoulder. Step forward left into a left neutral bow while delivering a left downward block. Step forward right into a right neutral bow and deliver a right palm strike at head level.

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Pivot clockwise to face 7:30 in a cat stance. Execute a left inward downward block and bring right hand to left shoulder. Step forward right into a right neutral bow while delivering a right downward block. Step forward left into a left neutral bow and deliver a left palm strike at head level. Pivot clockwise to face 1:30 while pulling right foot into a cat stance and performing a left inward block. Step forward right into a right neutral bow and execute a right upward block followed by a left half-fist.

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GLOSSARY OF BASICS Page 1

Cat Stance Any stance where the weight is significantly heavier on one foot than on the other, but both feet are still touching the ground. Chicken Kick From neutral bow stance, begin to throw a front kick. After the front kick lands, but before the foot touches ground, launch a front kick with the other foot. Crane Stance Any stance where one foot is not actually touching the ground. Finger Whip Keeping wrist loose, cross middle finger over index finger. Raise hand as in a backfist and whip fingers forward into opponents eye. Inward Crescent Kick From a neutral bow stance, bring up rear knee as in a front kick. Rather than kicking straight forward, move the lower leg in a tight circle from inside to outside. Striking surface is with the side of the foot just behind the big toe. Kneeling Strike From a neutral bow stance, shuffle slightly towards an opponent on the ground and kick with the leading leg. As you kneel towards opponent, clear with the leading hand and deliver a vertical punch with the rear hand.

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Outward Crescent Kick From a neutral bow stance, bring up rear knee as in a front kick. Rather than kicking straight forward, move the lower leg in a tight circle from outside to inside. Striking surface is the knife edge of the foot. Outward Extended Block Execute an outward block. At the end of extension, turn forearm so palm is facing outward, towards opponent. Raking Strike Any strike which rakes, scrapes or drags along the target rather than hitting straight on. Rear Elbow From any position, look over your shoulder then drive your elbow straight backward into the target. Striking surface is the point of the elbow. Rising Elbow Beginning with hand in pocket and keeping arm bent, bring elbow upward from the waist. Palm is facing the ear. Striking surface is the upper half of the forearm.

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Scooping Front Kick A close-range kick. Lift knee as though performing a front kick. With target close, the foot should strike opponent with leg still bent. At point of impact, continue to lift hard from the knee before pulling foot out and planting. Universal Block Blocking to one side of the body with both arms. Perform and inward block with the far arm and a downward block with the near arm, forming a wall with both forearms along one side of the body.

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CONCEPTS ConceptsPage 1

Counter-grab When grabbed by an opponent, a strong opening strategy is to grab the grab. By capturing your attackers limb and shifting your weight you can turn their hold into something that holds them. Also, keeping contact with an opponent tells you about their position and gives hints as to their intention. Finger Lock When performing a finger lock, keep the following things in mind: 1. Hold the finger like a knife handle, with your thumb towards their hand. 2. Keep the fingers bent as far as possible at all times. 3. A one-finger lock is best for damage. A two-finger lock is best for control. 4. Dont allow opponents fingers to point toward the ceiling: this is the easiest position from which to escape. 5. Finger locks, like transition stances, are not static moves. 6. You wont be able to hold anybody in a finger lock for long. 7. Use it to control and maneuver your opponent, or to escape from grappling, then either attack or escape.

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CONCEPTS ConceptsPage 2

Transition Stance Some stances, such as cat and crane stances, are not intended for staying in. These stances provide better mobility or temporary advantage, but leave you vulnerable in one or more ways. When a technique or kata calls for a transition stance, know that you are meant to move through it quickly, use it for the tool it is and return to a fighting stance. Wrist Lock When performing a wrist lock, keep the following things in mind: 1. Hold on to the meat of the hand, not the fingers or the wrist. 2. Dont try and move the arm in a circle. Rather, maneuver the palm so it is perpendicular to the body, then press straight. 3. Wrist locks, like transition stances, are not static moves. 4. You wont be able to hold anybody in a wrist lock for long. 5. Use it to control and maneuver your opponent, then either attack or escape.

APPENDICES

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APPENDICES Chart of RequirementsPage 1

BASICS MODULES Advanced Block Set: Upward Block, Inward Block, Downward Block, Chamber, Palm-Down Block, Outward Extended Block, Universal Block Concepts: Transition Stance, Counter-grab, Wrist Lock, Finger Lock Horse Stance Strikes III: Rear Elbow/Rising Elbow, Raking Middle-Knuckle, Raking Hammerfist, Finger Whip Kickboxing Combo II: Neutral Bow, Jab, Straight Punch, Hook, Uppercut, Rising Knee, Wheel Knee, Elbow Sandwich Kick Module II: Neutral Bow, Cat Stance, Chicken Kick, Neutral Bow, Inward Crescent, Outward Crescent, Kneeling Strike, Crane Stance, Front Kick, Neutral Bow, Scooping Front Kick TECHNIQUES Buckling Branch Crossing Talon Locked Wing Raining Claw Spiraling Twig Twisted Twig

Calming the Storm Crushing Hammer Obscure Sword Reversing Mace Trusting Prongs

Captured Leaves Leaping Crane Obscure Wing Snapping Twigs Twirling Wings

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APPENDICES Chart of RequirementsPage 2

FORMS Short Two Kata SCHOLARSHIP Understanding of principals explained in the curriculum manual. ATTENDANCE Minimum of three months (24 classes) in rank.