EPAKS Orange Belt Manual 23-25 of 82 pages

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Ed Parker Jr. Posted: 09-14-2007 12:07 | 24.205.68.244

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Disclaimer: Although the information contained is
invaluable to the study of American Kenpo, please understand that this, like
most all writings, are subject to typographical errors.

This material was in the final editing stages at the time of my fathers passing.
It is possible to find typos in reference to such things as directions of
movement, weapons used or selected targets. This material should be used as
a resource, not your primary means of study in the Art. Seek out
knowledgeable instruction to ensure proper understanding of the material.

This material is for personal reference and historical purposes only, and not
intended for resale. Please do something with this material besides downloading it,
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Cheers,

Ed Parker Jr.

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TECHNIQUES FOR ORANGE BELT

1. CLUTCHING FEATHERS (Front left hand hair grab)

Standing naturally, step back toward 6 o'clock with your left foot into a right neutral bow (facing 12 o'clock). Simultaneously pin your opponent's left hand to your head with your left hand as you thrust a right vertical middle-knuckle fist to your opponent's left armpit. (This action should cause your opponent to bend forward.)
As your opponent begins to bend over and toward you, pivot into a right forward bow (facing 12:00) as you deliver a left thrusting heel palm strike to your opponent's jaw, simultaneous "with" a right extended outward block to the inside of your opponent's left forearm. (Your opponent's head should snap back.)
Immediately pivot back into a right neutral bow (facing 12:00) while delivering a right inward raking back knuckle strike diagonally across the bridge of your opponent's nose (to cause a corrugated effect).
Right front crossover, and cover out toward 7:30.

2. TRIGGERED SALUTE (Front right hand direct push)

While standing naturally your opponent pushes your left shoulder with his right hand. Immediately and simultaneously (1) turn your left shoulder counterclockwise and ride your opponent's right push as you (2) step forward with your right foot into a right neutral bow (between ll:00 and 12:00), (3) buckle the inside of your opponent's right knee with your right knee, (4) thrust a right heel palm strike to your opponent's chin, as you (5) have your left hand pin and check your opponent's right hand to your chest. (Your opponent's head should snap back and away from you.)
Forecasting the response of your opponent's upper body, (1) frictionally slide your right hand down your opponent's right arm while forming the shape of a crane (making sure to anchor your elbow), (2) hook your opponent's right arm down and toward 5:30; (3) ROUND THE CORNER with your right arm as (4) you unhesitatingly deliver a right inward horizontal elbow strike to your opponent's solar plexus. (The frictional pull will bring your opponent's upper body forward and diagonally to his right. The force of your elbow strike should make him bend forward at the waist.)
After following through with your right inward elbow strike, deliver a right outward horizontal elbow strike to your opponent's right floating ribs. (This should cause your opponent to bend even further.)
Using RESIDUAL TORQUE, follow-up with a right outward horizontal back knuckle strike to your opponent's right floating ribs or kidney, and immediately cock your right fist to your right hip. (Your repeated follow-ups should magnify the damage to his ribs).
Without any loss of motion, thrust a right vertical back knuckle strike (right fist is inverted and horizontal) up and under your opponent's chin while your left hand continues to pin your opponent's right hand against your left shoulder. (This Contouring Fit should drive your opponent's head back.)
Right front crossover, and cover out toward 7:30.

3. DANCE OF DEATH (Front straight right punch, with left leg forward)

Standing naturally, step forward toward 10:30 with your left foot into a left neutral bow (facing 12:00) as you get out of the Line of Attack. Simultaneously deliver a left inward block to the outside of your opponent's right punch (ending at or above the elbow) as your right arm hangs naturally to the right side of your body. (Your inward block will nullify the width of your opponent's body.)
Immediately pivot into a left forward bow (facing 12:00). While still maintaining a left BRACING ANGLE CHECK to your opponent's right arm with your left hand, strike to your opponent's groin with a right underhand reverse handsword. (This strike should cause your opponent to bend forward at the waist, and possibly move back.)
Immediately step through with your right foot into a right neutral bow (facing 12:00) "with" a right inward horizontal elbow strike to your opponent's right lower ribcage. During this action, your left hand (1) CONTOURS down the right side of your opponent's body, (2) slides along his right leg (which is not the lead leg), (3) grabs the back of your opponent's right knee, and then (4) pulls toward you, so that your left hand grab concludes at your opponent's right ankle. Be sure to have his right foot pass to the left and outside of your left thigh, and pin his left foot to your left hip with your left hand. The pull and strike must counteract each other to be effective. (Please refer to the NOTES to study the WHAT IF factors that can alter your plans.)
Use of precise synchronization of BODY MOMENTUM should help you to drop your opponent onto his back. In anticipation or your opponent's left leg popping up (Unintentional Move), execute a right outward back knuckle strike to the inside of your opponent's left knee. Immediately (1) have your right hand continue in a "figure 8 pattern", (2) drop into a right wide kneel stance, and (3) while taking advantage of marriage of gravity execute a right inward downward handsword to your opponent's groin. (Be conscious of the possibility of your opponent's legs drawing together.)
Right front crossover, and cover out toward 7:30.

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