I believe footwork is the most important part of self defense.Though this footwork may be good for knife fighting I find this footwork to be inpractical in a hand to hand self defense situ. Why?It is teaching you to put the wrong leg in front of the other which can put you off balance, not be able to strike back and in a easy position to be attacked especially if you are against someone good. This also puts stress on the knees so not every can do this due to age or physical rstrictions.
@lifeimprovement19 If you understand Visayan- then you understand it is a stick and knife art. Don't confuse this footwork conditioning to be used for hand to hand applications-although elements of it can be- it is a very blade centered. Keep in mind, that this isn't a tutorial video. I merely am sharing certain elements of conditioning that I've been working on for a very long time- trying to mimic these movements without any acclimation will lead to some problems in the knees, and back.
I totally agree with you. Just other people dont know this and might try to incorporate it into their footwork. silly of me to comment in the first place really. I can see you are very good at what you do and the concept you use here is an excelent way to train footwork in what you do. peace
I have been involved in the martial arts for many years now. Footwork is the most important part of any art. I have found this to be the most challenging, and at the same time, the most enlightening video on the subject. Thank you for posting this.
I do. But again concept nice. What about sumthin that was only slightly raised off floor that you could feel under your feet yet still use proper foot placemnt?
@Artorioux All of your potential worries, and perceptions regarding this tool as an effective way to develop credible and versatile footwork (independent of style) will require MANY hours of practice before adequately coming to an conclusive and accurate judgement.
I've personally spent months on this footboard...you know what I found?... It taught me something new every time I practiced.
@farangsulsa2 Thanks man. It is a great tool and drill to do. This has evolved. Soon I'll be posting a 'formless form' with the long knife that was shot back in June-but it will allow you to see more of the practical side of the footwork.
@bujinkan22 Visayan is an Eskrima art designed and created by the late Sonny Umpad. The evolution of this footwork with blade application will be released very soon in a demo that was filmed on the 5th of June. I'm still waiting for the clip from my buddy that filmed it.
This is beautiful! Mr. Arena turned me onto this video. I'll need a board like this to practice my footwork. Thank you, Mr. Atlas. Hope to make it to your studio sometime. I'm in Sequim on the Olympic Peninsula.
Thanks for your kind words- Chris Charnos and myself will be at Kelly Wordens Water and Steel Camp this year. Given the opportunity, I will debut some of our low-gait fighting system (this foot work is essential). Peace
I will be there on Saturday. I will never be able to move like you guys. 63 yrs old, funky knees, etc. But I need to condition none the less. I have been working a lot of cane lately and Sonny Umpad's Largo moves seem to be the way for me to go.
Dear Mr. Arena, I will pass on you kind sentiments to CC, when I see him for our workout today. We will be at W/S this year- and will likely debut (a summarized)low-gait fighting system we've been working on over the last year. There are many things we're exploring that will be fully polished when we put on another presentation in 2010. Best wishes- S. Atlas
I was at Mr Charnos's NSI 5th degree belt test at Datu Worden's last year. I was blown away!! I had just recieved a glad-hand B.S 4th degree from another FMA teacher. ---I threw it in the trash---! I would NEVER want to be teaching with all of my 4th degee wonder rank and have someone like Chris come into my school to check me out! Nope! Better to know my place and stay humble!!
Sir this is one of the most beautifull footworks I have ever seen. Very fluif, great balance, almost like a dance. I imagine however, that it allows you to outmanneuver an opponent very effectively.
Thank you very much for posting. Shows that beauty and effectivenes can be compatible.
Thanks for commenting. Inspired by Sonny Umpad- and yes..he was an exceptional dancer. So the fluidity must shine through in the expression of this work.
Sweet. I met Chris Charnos years ago while training with Datu Worden. I remember Chris putting on a demo ... I think it was at the Sonny Umpad seminar at Datu Wordens.
Soony was a prefect dancer ,,Thank you Eddie for taking me to his class and passing on his knowledge to me
goongod 4 months ago
Great footwork!!! Hope to see more video's!!! How would it look/feel with 180 twist???
Salamat,
VSE #9
bmacvse68 4 months ago
grabi mu sayaw si igsu u! siksik kaayo :)
iBIsaya 7 months ago
I believe footwork is the most important part of self defense.Though this footwork may be good for knife fighting I find this footwork to be inpractical in a hand to hand self defense situ. Why?It is teaching you to put the wrong leg in front of the other which can put you off balance, not be able to strike back and in a easy position to be attacked especially if you are against someone good. This also puts stress on the knees so not every can do this due to age or physical rstrictions.
lifeimprovement19 7 months ago
@lifeimprovement19 If you understand Visayan- then you understand it is a stick and knife art. Don't confuse this footwork conditioning to be used for hand to hand applications-although elements of it can be- it is a very blade centered. Keep in mind, that this isn't a tutorial video. I merely am sharing certain elements of conditioning that I've been working on for a very long time- trying to mimic these movements without any acclimation will lead to some problems in the knees, and back.
THEBODYPRACTICE 7 months ago
@THEBODYPRACTICE
I totally agree with you. Just other people dont know this and might try to incorporate it into their footwork. silly of me to comment in the first place really. I can see you are very good at what you do and the concept you use here is an excelent way to train footwork in what you do. peace
lifeimprovement19 7 months ago
awesome!
Geraksatriashakti 8 months ago
I have been involved in the martial arts for many years now. Footwork is the most important part of any art. I have found this to be the most challenging, and at the same time, the most enlightening video on the subject. Thank you for posting this.
Susanoo58 1 year ago
Nice, I like it!!
akjunkie 1 year ago
Concept nice...
I worry about useage style..
You think it leads you to watch ur feet too much?
I do. But again concept nice. What about sumthin that was only slightly raised off floor that you could feel under your feet yet still use proper foot placemnt?
Artorioux 1 year ago
@Artorioux All of your potential worries, and perceptions regarding this tool as an effective way to develop credible and versatile footwork (independent of style) will require MANY hours of practice before adequately coming to an conclusive and accurate judgement.
I've personally spent months on this footboard...you know what I found?... It taught me something new every time I practiced.
ATSSPOKANE1994 1 year ago
Love it....very good drill!
farangsulsa2 1 year ago
@farangsulsa2 Thanks man. It is a great tool and drill to do. This has evolved. Soon I'll be posting a 'formless form' with the long knife that was shot back in June-but it will allow you to see more of the practical side of the footwork.
Best, Steve
THEBODYPRACTICE 1 year ago
@THEBODYPRACTICE - Thanks Steve, i will love to see it.
With all my Respect
Nelson Pinto
farangsulsa2 1 year ago
what art is this footwook taken from
bujinkan22 1 year ago
@bujinkan22 Visayan is an Eskrima art designed and created by the late Sonny Umpad. The evolution of this footwork with blade application will be released very soon in a demo that was filmed on the 5th of June. I'm still waiting for the clip from my buddy that filmed it.
THEBODYPRACTICE 1 year ago
That is really awesome footwork. Dig the music to.
Kondo87 1 year ago
i hawe macke my footwoorck bord fro 10 y a go from spanisch circle fencing
werry nice
Mercenario1471 1 year ago
This is beautiful! Mr. Arena turned me onto this video. I'll need a board like this to practice my footwork. Thank you, Mr. Atlas. Hope to make it to your studio sometime. I'm in Sequim on the Olympic Peninsula.
doceparesgirl 2 years ago
Thanks for your kind words- Chris Charnos and myself will be at Kelly Wordens Water and Steel Camp this year. Given the opportunity, I will debut some of our low-gait fighting system (this foot work is essential). Peace
THEBODYPRACTICE 2 years ago
I will be there on Saturday. I will never be able to move like you guys. 63 yrs old, funky knees, etc. But I need to condition none the less. I have been working a lot of cane lately and Sonny Umpad's Largo moves seem to be the way for me to go.
See you there.
chrisarena 2 years ago
Dear Mr. Arena, I will pass on you kind sentiments to CC, when I see him for our workout today. We will be at W/S this year- and will likely debut (a summarized)low-gait fighting system we've been working on over the last year. There are many things we're exploring that will be fully polished when we put on another presentation in 2010. Best wishes- S. Atlas
THEBODYPRACTICE 2 years ago
I was at Mr Charnos's NSI 5th degree belt test at Datu Worden's last year. I was blown away!! I had just recieved a glad-hand B.S 4th degree from another FMA teacher. ---I threw it in the trash---! I would NEVER want to be teaching with all of my 4th degee wonder rank and have someone like Chris come into my school to check me out! Nope! Better to know my place and stay humble!!
Chris Arena
chrisarena 2 years ago
Love your vids...very inspiring! Especially enjoy this one!
Time to turn the 2x4's on end :-)
roma478 2 years ago
Thank you for the kind words! I now operate under THEBODYPRACTICE- (most of the time) best to you in your flow!
THEBODYPRACTICE 2 years ago
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hubuder 2 years ago
Sir this is one of the most beautifull footworks I have ever seen. Very fluif, great balance, almost like a dance. I imagine however, that it allows you to outmanneuver an opponent very effectively.
Thank you very much for posting. Shows that beauty and effectivenes can be compatible.
Greetings
silk
;-))
blacksilkblacksilk 2 years ago
Thanks for commenting. Inspired by Sonny Umpad- and yes..he was an exceptional dancer. So the fluidity must shine through in the expression of this work.
ATSSPOKANE1994 2 years ago
Sweet. I met Chris Charnos years ago while training with Datu Worden. I remember Chris putting on a demo ... I think it was at the Sonny Umpad seminar at Datu Wordens.
WarriorFitness808 2 years ago
Yeah, that sounds about right man. More vids will come!
ATSSPOKANE1994 2 years ago