Fighting with a Walking Cane

[@seancameron5238]

I've been doing martial arts for over 40 years. I understand it's not the art but the person. That being said I don't see any of this working in real life!

[@VokeVideo]

Damm straight. This guy doesn't strike me as a fighter. I hope yo be proved wrong.

[@x7slim8x]

These are the delusions of that one weird teenage boy we all knew back in school. There is no possible way any of this works.... the incredible inaccuracy thrusting any weapon brings, crumbles his plan from the moment it begins. I am a cane user and carry a concealed pistol, there is zero chance I rely on my cane over my pistol to protect myself or others.

[@janz4559]

I guess it is not supposed to work like THIS in real life. Its about using the weapon of choice in a sort of chi training. You can connect and get used to the weapon while exercising slow, clean movements, that will get fester in the process. I guess the best way to train martial arts is by practice with another fighter. For example swinging a sword around doesn't make you a good fencer, but swinging it around in the right way can be a constructive practice if you don't have an opponent.

[@RinnzuRosendale]

This comes off more as choreography. Which is unfortunate because after I left the army Im using a cane and I feel vulnerable. Combatives only works if you can get them on the ground in the first place. Guess ill keep looking.

[@timh.6329]

Ist das Satire? Ich kämpfe seit 15 Vollkontakt Stockkampf. Das was der Jung zeigt ist vlt gut um Mädels am Strand zu beeindrucken, aber nicht für den Ring oder die Tür.

[@The_Original_Brad_Miller]

I'm an old fart, if I could make those moves I wouldn't NEED a cane.

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

EXACTLY! I tried one of the swinging strikes with a cane once and I ended up hitting my own self in the head. Even though it was pretty close to where I was gripping it and as such did not have as much velocity as towards the end, it stunned me for a couple of seconds. I would not want to be on the receiving end of a strike from more towards the end of the cane. I figure the head and the side of the knees would be pretty good targets for striking blows. But, this only is something I'm concerned about when I have the misfortune of being overseas. If I'm here in the US, I'm probably carrying one of my handguns. I figure 15 rounds of .45ACP will stop most situations.

[@jayalamat1072]

What an idiot you ever see an old man with a Kane we don't have the balance or able to bend down and walk backwards....are you nuts

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

Or as we like to say, "I don't need a cane to walk, I just need it to *not fall*"... :)

[@TheGreyman61]

No shit

[@OdeeOz]

I disagree. You failed because you did not believe you could succeed. Not because you are frail. I'm 65, and use a cane when my knee acts up, yet have found moves that work for me, and my condition.

[@kiltedcripple]

This man has never been in a real fight. I clicked hoping for some technique, and instead got some movie nonsense. First lesson of being a real cripple who carries a real cane and has been in a real fight: don't expose that you can fight until the enemy has underestimated you and turned their back. Bowing is for honorable opponents in sports settings, sneak attacks are for guys who'd like to go home.

[@Andrea1542]

I didnt quite take it that he meant to bow before an attack, more like bow when practicing the form. Bowing is for respect, streetlights dont do respect. Now, while I do train and have for decades, I'm familiar with a staff, but never with a cane. I think that like with most forms, the moves arent to be used in an actual throwdown, but more to train your speed, reflexes and power. I love the forms we do, but I know they arent going to be utilized exactly or even similarly in an actual fight. I do know that I am fast and strong though, my reflexes help me block quickly. I attribute a good bit of that to form training.

[@jeffmclearen229]

I tried these and it didn't work. I got my ass kicked by an old man. He used the age old techniques of just 'whacking' the hell out of me. He blocked nothing. Just swung a lot. He won this battle. I lost my battle... can I get my $5 back?

[@bigals51]

Bro you are hilarious I love that shit lol

[@KimSooAcu]

This guy is doing what he loves and it shows in his eyes. He never learned to care what anyone thinks of him or the art you never loved. More power to you Jake!!

[@andersonlmjr]

I use a cane. I would love to use it as a defense weapon if I had to. You however, I'm certain have watched too many Steven Segall movies

[@ivandhotmanvilliers3361]

Lookup H.G. Lang Walking Stick Method of Self Defense

[@CurmudgeonExtraordinaire]

All those fancy crouching moves make me laugh. If we could bend down and do moves like that, we wouldn't need a cane to walk in the first place! :(

[@VTPSTTU]

Plenty of us who use canes mostly for extra balance and support while walking have learned that rotating the cane to a "backwards" grip improves balance. This video is interesting, but I'll never again be able to perform these kinds of athletic moves. I enjoy seeing the traditional stuff because I like to learn. Maybe I'll even use something that I learn someday. I just wouldn't assume that the backwards grip always means that someone has any skill or background in traditional Kung Fu.

[@hrvster]

very nice kata/dance. Beautifully executed by a well-accomplished (young) practitioner of the arts. Completely useless for a senior or disabled person for self-defense during an attack.

[@Kumofan]

Tbh the kata was pretty bad too

[@justallah2785]

You should produce a superior set, form or kata or remain silent. Often times the technique is hidden in the form and the for is meant for exercise of the spiritual, mental & physical so that in your older age you maintain a balance of fitness.

[@justallah2785]

You not knowing how to use it makes it only useless to you. Perhaps you should attack the Sifu for a greater understanding. We thank him for caring enough to take time outta his life to share with us what he has learned.

[@justallah2785]

Furthermore who jumps into a set while engaged in combat, it's for exercise Sillies

[@suum52]

A set / kata builds muscle memory and techniques without needing thinking.

[@lucasskarpness3442]

This guy has watched way too many movies.

[@russellwebberphd.2966]

Lucas Skarpness how about the person using the cane because you can't walk without one...and as one who became this way in part from A LOT OF REAL combat and years of serious study totalling more than your lifetime I am comfortable saying your technique is seriously flawed and cata a little sloppy and misconcieved. Russell Webber PhD

[@ABZer0x_x]

Russell WebberPhd. He's not talking about using a cane as a weapon but the way this guy describes the "fight"... if you watch videos from people who really know what they are doing with the cane you can tell this guy is a moron who wtched one too many Hollywood movies

[@jandroid1962]

He's entertaining though lol.

[@sacatolasmoreira5593]

Angel Rojas d

[@J.D.Vision]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣Yup!

[@culturalmut]

Sir, have you been in many fights? I applaud your effort, but such choreographing is seldom how a confrontation unfolds. There are numerous objections to your instruction, however, the most obvious is that you are underestimasting your enemy. At the very least, having a sparring partner would be advantageous towards simulating an encounter more realistically. Best,

[@yessure5291]

How to defend yourself from a man armed with a banana

[@OdeeOz]

Or knife, or even a gun.

[@johndeggendorf7826]

Isn’t every man armed with a banana???

[@dustycracklechevy5733]

Only a good guy with a banana can stop a bad guy with a banana

[@neilyb5012]

But we did bananas last week I feel our American brothers would not get where this reference comes from

[@firstchoicelastchoice28]

@@neilyb5012 Monty Python movies are always funny

[@colinquinton474]

Jake I like your stuff, but on this one if a guy could do half those moves he wouldnt need a cane. Just a point

[@fredfinger7092]

Was hoping to find methods that would be practical for someone who NEEDS a cane to walk with... these decidedly are NOT. If one could move like that, sliding fluidly into a cat stance, spinning about, then one wouldn't need a cane.

[@rfletch62]

Thanks! This video helped me decide. I'll get the PPKs in 9mm.

[@APiscesLife]

In a perfect world that’s how it happens

[@midwayinn1043]

Yes agree.

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@jpc123ful]

This was freaking awesome!!! I laughed so hard that I spilled my coffee on the keyboard. Heck yea! I have to send this masterpiece to my friends for a great laugh with permission of course. I just wish he looked like the late great Chris Farley. Thank you so much Kung Fu Master!

[@moneyfornothing3264]

How many victims were there? It seems like he started fighting one, which quickly turned into two, but I lost count after 3.

[@degu44]

this guy is on another planet. what a fantasist.

[@Spaceman1011]

i would like to see him Accualy put this skills to the test thats not scripted

[@kevinmclean2409]

Me too.

[@johnpowers2921]

I’m 73 years old, I can’t use karate too well any longer can’t move very fast either, but I can do this. I require a cane most of the time so it looks normal, but I can use for protection. Thank you

[@biloselhi3592]

Oh Jake, if only it were that easy.

[@tarinawt]

Good video Jake. Hapkido teaches the cane as well. I like the throwing techniques that you can do with it as well.

[@garyedwards7793]

Ha Ha, that was funny, no that was hilarious. No body would do that.

[@jeffwilson7027]

You have an active imagination Jake Mace.

[@RenzorTheRed]

I've appreciated some of this guy's videos, but this is ridiculous, lol. Fantasy.

[@tomdutoit5591]

No clue about the mechanics of his cane, or his body. Friend, if you tried this stuff in a street fight you would do very little damage, if any , and would be immediately owned. The only thing you would instill in your opponent might be pity.

[@handlesarecringe957]

It’d probably be easier to use it like a pugil stick or a long hammer.

[@neilyb5012]

I thought for a second he was going to start dancing to the music from the end routine in blazing saddles

[@dicesectiongamedesigns8594]

Love the enthusiasm. I guess this is more for practicing movement rather than real combat techniques, as there are some moves that don't make sense. For example, he hit left guy using half the reach of the cane then without creating more distance thrusted with the full length (and my feeling is that getting correct alignment in a thrust with that grip is risky at best). Logically the guy is more likely to be closing distance than increasing. And static blocking two opponents, one after the other, looks like bad technique as guy one will deliver a second blow as you do a second block. Couple of other nit-picks, but I would have enjoyed watching more and considered trying it out if the movements looks more realistic.

[@MarkedInBlack]

I want an ounce of whatever he’s smoking.

[@mw3686]

WTF? This dude is on shrooms

[@salamalycoom]

Excellent a very active imagination is a must.

[@MrEndovision]

please come and see a different take on cane technique at our school in Yelm, WA. Would be very much worth your time.

[@joshuaperry4112]

Like half of those moves require hitting a person in the face with a 2" diameter end, 10" from you, and blind. Oh yeah...totally legit. Cheap canes are often sold in Truck Stops across the US - many truckers (myself included) would walk with one in the more dangerous areas of the US or internationally, since we cannot legally carry a weapon on our vehicle. Besides being valuable to keep your footing in icy parking lots - the aluminum shaft and head makes a quick smacking stick. If you want to be prepared in a shitty area and cannot carry a real weapon, just get a metal cane and use it in the obvious way. moreso, it would be in your best interest to get a Tactical Defensive Flashlight - they're LED flashlights that strobe - one flash of it in the face of somebody and they'll be immediately disoriented, which is time for you to make your moves. They're high-quality aluminum and have a serious heft for their size so they could be held in your fist to punch with, and smash someone with the heel. If you're ever in a bad situation, carry the flashlight, a fully charged phone with signal, and scream "fire" - carry the cane if it also happens to be icy, or if you need to smash this shit-head's dvds.

[@therealtrump5344]

I don't think he even takes this serious. Looks like he is holding back laughter at times.

[@BelleDividends]

This is some DANGEROUS advice you give out there. The person who does this is likely to get whacked. (1) Never present your back to an opponent, you can't defend that way. The blind stab backwards is likely to be ineffective . (2) Don't parry with your arm & weapon hurled behind your back. You don't have the strength to block a strike that pushes through, and you need unnecessary extra time to bring your cane back in striking position. I'm also uncertain if an average joe you could bring his cane high enough to parry a blow to the head. (3) In the streets you likely won't have time to bow first. If you always bow before your exercise, you're muscle-memory training that. You just might begin your street situation with a reflexive bow, instead of getting in a fighting position instantly. I didn't watch the rest of the video.

[@colie915]

Jake can you please make a video on how to use small equipments like a newspaper role or a USB for self defence kind regards

[@phantomstratocaster]

very important to bow and show respect to your opponent before you maim or kill them lol

[@kevinmclean2409]

Potentially a cane is an excellent weapon. However, I'm studying cane technique and this stuff could get you killed. I would not take this guy seriously. What he is showing is unrealistic and dangerous to the user. There are better sources around. Varady's book on stick fighting is a good place to start.

[@CDaisy-tp7hw]

Jake, I think, along with this fine, fine instruction, you should be compelled to explain the vast differences in the legalities one might face when striking someone with a cane. A strike to the limbs or torso is one matter, a strike to the head or neck is truly quite another.

[@silvertongue.242_99]

Jake hey love the video definetly going to be a hardcore old man thanks, also your videos have been inspirational for me and a positive change in my life wanting to go deeper into martial arts and learn more ❤

[@MtnBadger]

Nice kata... (sorry, I'm an ol' Tang Soo Do war horse). Always enjoy your vids. I had a similar attitude / approach to teaching as do you. I'd really like to see videos geared more to the older or less firm (like me... hehe) so those really in need of the cane can have some guidance to fighting back when assaulted on the street. No forms, just "real world" (most over used term of the times) defense techniques. Thanks!!!

[@renaissancepoet]

You should purchase a Ten Shin walking cane designed by Steven Seagal. It is modeled after a bokken/katana with a war hammer designed for the handle. It is made from polypropylene so it is extremely durable. I dislocated my left knee in 2008 so I unfortunately need a cane for support. I just received my Ten Shin today and I love it! You could probably do some amazing moves with one. I got mine for a total of $57.00 through Walmart.

[@matthewdbickel]

Somebody has never been in a real fight...

[@chaplainsoffice6907]

I started practicing Shotokan Karate and Jeet Kune Do in 1962. In real street fights none should last beyond a few seconds. Train well and practice often, forget the Walker Texas Ranger theater which could get you injured or worse.

[@coreyspencer4518]

hey Jake Mace I liked your videos keep it coming. I've been doing marital arts for 15 teen years and it changed my life Chinese marital arts from my step dad still got lot to learn lol

[@germainius]

IN NYC BY THE TIME I DO ALL THAT SHEEIT I'LL BE DEAD!

[@22emmet7]

Hey Jace. Generally I don't like fighting, but I'm walking with crutches, so this video is just for me... I'm disabled woman from my birth. I try this exercice with you and lamp in my room almost crashed. . :). I think, that who knows what will happen during my walking, so I want to be strong. Thank you! ..... (sorry for my English, hope you understand me).

[@rodney73991]

cool video man i like use yoyo as weapon. small fite pocket most people let any were you use like chain wipe. i like use metal rake and shovel as bow staff as well .

[@bronzedragon18]

Ever notice that not once does he mention the Irish shillelagh, which was ( mine recently disappeared) and will be my cane as I'm a large part Irish. These techniques don't apply to the shillelagh nor if you're actually handicapped like me. Oh well.

[@howardroark8553]

Cool form, but I was hoping to see it performed full speed. That would be impressive.

[@donstanley8514]

Very nice Kata for exercise.

[@silvertongue.242_99]

Also one day i'd love to visit your school/dojo one day that'll be really cool

[@waveman0]

those techniques are fine for those who do not use the cane as a mobility aid, I do, however, must use my cane as an aid to walk and do not have the movement or dexterity you demonstrate. You should first and foremost train around the paradigm that most who use a walking cane are doing so because they have to for mobility and confidence in movement. While I bought a defence walking cane, it is first and foremost a walking aid.

[@maxlanham1130]

What if you really do need a cane to walk?

[@fatman7100]

Jake what is the legal laws using cane, crutches, umbrella for self-defense?

[@simonsparks5738]

Cane for balance and checking eye movement for signs of life after using my 1911.

[@tombrown8829]

I will not ever bow to an adversary.sir. but i love your technique

[@Ppurk]

the real tom brown?

[@abdullahdacoola5388]

Can you do video for those with knee problems???

[@gennyhampson8451]

If you had Irish stick fighting technique using the cane you 'might' have a chance but if the situation got really heavy I reckon most ppl would be in a mad panic swinging the cane around like a baseball bat no matter how much defensive practice they've done. One thing for certain; if you decided to run you'd look pretty friggin funny bolting down the road at full speed with a walking stick in your hand 😏🏃

[@gennyhampson8451]

Nunaya Bidnesses obviously you've never suffered a decent enough beating.

[@MerchantMonk]

I made it to 3:12 before I had to stop. I should get a belt, or a trophy. Does Kung-FU have a bile colored belt?

[@justaphase]

After trying your flexibility stretches and doing some kicks, I was able to get my leg (side kick stretch) on top of my 4-drawer dresser without holding on to anything for balance! Boom! Trying hard to get the bo staff spin somewhere near recognizable! lol

[@collectorbob810]

if i could do all that bending and stooping i just run away

[@babyboysmash6615]

i bet this guy went to a place to be alone so he wont look like a idiot

[@johannbach1903]

This guy vs Charlie zelinoff let's make it happen.

[@keshavkrishanand8665]

Hey Jake! I love ur vids and I just subbed! I'm taking up bojitsu and ur bo staff vids have helped me alot! I have even purchased a skinned ratan staff like urs :) I'm a kid and I just want to say that ir lessons are great and that they have inspired me to get into the martaila arts. So thank u very, very much.

[@robertbarney8635]

He has no idea how hard it is to do that with bad osteoarthritis in the knees, hips, and feet with neuropathy.😂

[@LucaPowerlifting]

funny how this guy thinks everyone will be liek that

[@JohnDoe-cf8jz]

Great comedy drama, had a good laugh, thank you.

[@jasonayers1113]

Liked it. What style or name of this form. What is the history of it

[@johnanderson2217]

Ditto, that's a young man's game hes pitching.

[@x7slim8x]

Please change the title to, "Larping 101: How to get your ass kicked while carrying a walking cane".

[@user-zt2wc3uh1l]

To the people criticizing this vid: It is just one short form that contains a few out of many many possible techniques. If you can't bend down or do the low stance work, know your capacity and make adjustments. There are moves in here I would not have thought about, so I got something out of it. Thanks for posting this.

[@johnganshow5536]

I just ordered the aircraft grade aluminum self defense cane from Ka-Bar, about $85.00....

[@lenheylen6898]

If I used my crutch as a weapon I'd fall down . Obviously he's cane strikes weren't effective because he had to strike his attackers more than once to subdue them .

[@samseloo4962]

Nice! Been looking for material to base my new light saber form on

[@seauncle40]

With all the smirking and giggling, you can tell he doesn't believe his own BS!

[@jimmywalker1568]

Lock up that fella he is off his rocker

[@sorennilsson9742]

Looks nice but most thugs have a knife not a sword or a kain. Furthermore I did not go to dancing school.

[@louis-philippelavoie6929]

Next episode:Fighting with a walker

[@GaveMeGrace1]

Thank you

[@abdullahwright3266]

Jake your the man ...I use cane where are you located

[@joshbaker2157]

This guy is tripping.

[@MarshOakDojoTimPruitt]

thanks

[@OdeeOz]

You just got a new Subscriber. Like you, I see weapons in everything, and try to visualize their use to maximum effectiveness. Your channel is leading my path. Thank you.

[@randomsub1976]

Da hell this is like a fantasy power rangers movie...I like it...even if its not completely effective in real life scenario...some things can be applied for exercises for sure.

[@aarongriego3741]

To any naysayers and haters. Kung Fu is about self perfection, combat training is for self protection. But we all know that any "weapon" is only a false sense of security. Combat training will teach you form, Kung Fu will give you the discipline and mentality to apply that form. The mindset is what is important, to avoid a negative confrontation is best. Just have fun.

[@666zardoz]

is this a joke?

[@yuriygunin7457]

любое из 18 видов оружия шаолиня создано для развития прежде всего , и конечно чтобы остановить зло , но не начать его , мастер блестящий , только посмотрите на его физическую форму уже это одно мотивирует , не следует его ругать , осуждать и смеяться над ним это не этично , он какой - никакой он мастер , он труженник , не нравится , не смотрите , трость в старости всем может пригодится а если вы практикуете боевые искусства , то вам и старость не помеха , мое уважение мастеру и мой низкий поклон ему , он молодец ❤❤❤

[@joshsmith7020]

this was pretty cool man

[@Mistater-fl9ur]

J'ai une canne ancienne qui s'appelle "La Diablesse". En tournant le pommeau des pointes en acier recourbées sortent de partout, et celui qui la saisirait perdrait une partie de ses mains.

[@jaxjaxvang4910]

Fun and wonderful technique! 😍

[@Yano83]

i tried your moves, and im dead now, thanks

[@w_ulf]

Thanks, Jake! Please upload Iron Shirt form part 2 & 3 on your online school soon!

[@pegclose3082]

yes, thank you.....

[@MattDowling]

Lol, he was all out of breath.

[@motivationalspeak8995]

Jack mace you best fighter

[@IrishKitty1024]

I use a cane to walk with. Never crossed my mind to use it as a self defense weapon.. Thank you!

[@micstonemic696stone]

It's able-bodied people carry a Crook for defensive / offensive behaviour it may cause problems for the disabled

[@brokearcader6625]

Reminds me of when sherlock Holmes (ROBERT DOWNEY JR.) fights he explains his moves before he does it lmfao.

[@OdeeOz]

*_To you Naysayers_* 1. Any idiot can catcall, and say demeaning things about a video. Doesn't make it one bit true, and the catcallers look small to insignificant, as non-thinkers usually are. 2. If you fail at this, then you must not have wanted to succeed. 3. If your body cannot do the moves shown. Find moves that work for you, and share these revelations. 4. I am not affiliated with Mr. Mace. But I find something worthy of learning, in each of his videos, that I can either use directly, or slightly modify for my personal limitations.