I'm thrilled to see that Krabi Krabong has been chosen! I never imagined that you’ll make it. As a Thai subscriber & martial artist, Thank you so much!🙏
@TWS5552 жыл бұрын
God speed you sir or ma'am. I'm not Thai but I realy like krabi krabong too as I have interesting in both weapon and unarmed combat ( combat is only complit when is complit "wwuc" ) saw I was have only one reaction when I see video to wach. "At last!!!!" XDDDD God bless you sir or ma'am.
It's interesting to notice that the kendoka was at first overwhelmed by the unorthodox style (certainly not the go-to in Krabi krabong), then adapted to it, and scored many points himself, then was overwhelmed again, when the opponent kept switching tactics, but could still score some points here and there. Confronting martial arts styles should be this, a mutual beneficial study
@HSnake52 жыл бұрын
That was really good. Fist time seeing a reverse grip on a sword that wasn't complete rubbish
@HellCorps4 ай бұрын
Some of these reverse grip was used on the sword's sheathes, which can be served as a stun weapon if necessary.
@GuyDesu2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I'm from Thailand and I'm glad that foreigners maintain this art because most of the students in Thailand hate this subject so much
@vyzxc52952 жыл бұрын
This is a school subject? That's amazing!
@GuyDesu2 жыл бұрын
@@vyzxc5295 In some school yes it is. I’ve experienced this too and I love it
@excr_vo-thsub99482 жыл бұрын
Hi! I'm from Thailand and the reason we students hate it because they teach us to dance not to fight จับ จีบ ย่อ ยก ชิด จ้วง แทง มั้ยล่ะครับ
@GuyDesu2 жыл бұрын
@@excr_vo-thsub9948 จริง555
@gamechanger89082 жыл бұрын
Hello, as a Filipino I have seen a lot of my countrymen say the same with Kali Eskrima. Both also use sticks as the basic for sparring.
This spar between this two practices made so much sense. I mean I'm just a normie watching this with no knowledge about anything but the way they show how one style could deal with the other is so believable and easy to notice.
@shinomori692 жыл бұрын
What this channel teaches me is that of you want to beat good fighter, train not in only in what you are good at, but against techniques and styles you don't normally run into. Even MMA can have it's own version of dojo syndrome.
@j.d.4697 Жыл бұрын
I love Thai martial arts, their beauty lies in efficiency. I learned taekwondo too, among other things, but my favorite to practice are muay thai and muay boran.
@Caz912 жыл бұрын
4:00 - that 3 hit kill combo was 🤌🏼 brutal
@lukmanibrahim29932 жыл бұрын
In Disney's Raya and the Last Dragon, the art of Krabi Krabong also used for the final battle scene between Raya and Namaari, the only thing that make a differences was the sword is shortened so that would fit for Namaari's character Anyway, I love Raya and the Last Dragon since the movie was inspired by the whole culture of Southeast Asia including my homelands of Indonesia
@LightPresident951482 жыл бұрын
That's really interesting because i learned Krabi Krabong (thai swords ⚔️) in Muay Thai. But i don't understand the style in the video, our teacher always was a friend of "simple technique wins". So we normally repeated the basics on and on and there was not much room for some special style. But i don't care, i love that video very much
@mailais34032 жыл бұрын
I think the reverse grip here is just becuase it's cool and showy and less about praticality
@deividoliveirafaria65412 жыл бұрын
@@mailais3403 I do not like reverse grip as the main way to handle a blade. But in this case, as a secondary weapon, it seems to work a lot more than just look nice. Seems a lot effective as a support defensive weapon. When the most attacking power is on the main weapon with regular grip. One of the more interesting technics I saw on youtube so far...
@tsurugi5 Жыл бұрын
@@boxing.ascetic I agree, normal thai swordsmanship has both hands holding the sword in a normal position
@luzviminda7952 жыл бұрын
you guys are the best channel for fighting different martial arts.
@ronmccarty75376 ай бұрын
Holy cow! This is the first time I've seen the one sword up one sword down method since Rambo 3
@greyclaa2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding exhibition. Is the left hand always a blade or can it be a tanbō or hanbō?
@vareeshordo52042 жыл бұрын
It looks like there are several weapons used in this martial art. Two bladed weapons are used as well as a bladed weapon and its scabbard. So probably they can mix their offhand with anything from a club or scabbard to another sword. It's common practice in many martial arts to use varying weapons in the offhand of course
@NamMonn_2 жыл бұрын
In krabi krabong we always use a blade if we have two swords (same length) ,but if we have only one sword we just use the scabbard just for defense or parry (we don’t really mixed other weapons, most we do is use a shield, dual sword with different length in each weapons is very rare or never happen in krabi krabong)
@vareeshordo52042 жыл бұрын
@@NamMonn_ Thank you for helping me understand better ☺️
@LightPresident951482 жыл бұрын
When i was in Muay Thai and we learned "Krabi Krabong" there, it was also called "Thai swords ⚔️" and the sticks were always used instead of swords. So principally those sticks are two swords
@mortalkomment80282 жыл бұрын
@@LightPresident95148 Ahhhh, that makes sense. Thank you for the remark. I've always wanted to learn Muay Boran and Thai weapons but never found a proper gym.
@protectoroflight58952 жыл бұрын
One of the best fights. Отлично.
@TheMightyMcClaw2 жыл бұрын
Well, my feelings about icepick gripping a sword have officially been changed.
@tumultoustortellini2 жыл бұрын
he's not getting much utility from it though since only one hand can attack compared to regular dual-wielding
@Banana-cc5rx2 жыл бұрын
i guess it's just preference. Reverse grip seems more useful for stabbing, like a short spear.
@Doflaminguard2 жыл бұрын
Only as a guard.
@InsomniacStudio9112 жыл бұрын
This channel is the most underrated channel in KZbin
@Strawhat_Pirates3D2Y2 жыл бұрын
Style most definitely has it's place and this is clearly an excellent demonstration of what a style really can do. Now, style is one thing and the skill level of it's user is another. Again this is clearly a demonstration of what a style really can do; in the hands of an incredibly skilled practitioner. Considering the reverse grip is on full display in the hands of an incredibly talented practitioner, this was an incredible sight to see. Many sword styles have a reverse grip method. I realize now that the lack of proficiency in utilizing the reverse grip is due to it's stigma more so than the actual practical use of it. To top it off, the kendo user was no slouch by any measure. It merely came down to adapting to such a deceptively unorthodox approach in terms of defending against the reverse grip. I would have been absolutely slaughtered if I were in the kendo user's shoes.
@Fwibos2 жыл бұрын
His skill seems to be "ignore he got hit"
@Strawhat_Pirates3D2Y2 жыл бұрын
@@Fwibos There is truth to what you're saying. I saw at least two times where he got hit and the video editor did not highlight it for whatever reason. Now, the point still stands, in terms of the reverse grip method, this was still a stunning display of skill. He clearly blocked and countered quite well. It's worth noting that I have only watched the video once though. So, I did not do a detailed frame by frame analysis.
@WatchMysh2 жыл бұрын
Reverse grip has a "stigma" for good reasons. This guy would have fared better if he'd used his off hand properly.
@TrickinNinja2 жыл бұрын
@@WatchMysh stigmatizing something because it was done improperly, only serves to obscure the actual practical usage of that thing. So you are hiding more information than you are revealing. There is a time and a place for everything, so to only focus and dwell on the wrong times and places in demonstration, and claim there is no exceptions, is disingenuous, misleading and dishonest, and therefore not a good thing.
@WatchMysh2 жыл бұрын
@@TrickinNinja so when is the proper time (in combat) for a reverse grip on anything longer than a knife/dagger?
@matthewslivkoff593711 ай бұрын
You have to be one of the most coordinated dual-weilding fighters I have ever laid eyes on.
@phoeben97642 жыл бұрын
It seems quite obvious from the fights that the reverse grips were not quite effective against thrust (see 0:49 and 1:53), and only works against slash. It's quite effective in delivering follow-up attack as the right hand blocks. It's quite weird how the reverse grip was sometimes held with the point forward (2:52) but then when the opponent attacked, he immediately withdrew the point and gave himself an opening for attacking.
@peterwang56602 жыл бұрын
Point forward is so he can parry if the kendo fencer attacked his left. If he held it point back he would not have been able to swing at a slash to his left.
@phoeben97642 жыл бұрын
@@peterwang5660 Hmm when the kendo attacked his left, his point-forward was drawn backward again for defence, then what's the point...
@Shadowbagles2 жыл бұрын
@@phoeben9764 I may be mistaken, but it could be as simple as mind games. A lot of times when a southpaw boxes against an orthodox fighter they both keep their lead hand out to fight over control of the space, even if it means they have to retract slightly to throw a strong jab. Idk, just a theory
@covenmorgana15712 жыл бұрын
I think the point forward on the off-hand was to "intimidate" or to "Distract"
@pard23972 жыл бұрын
reverse grip or ice pick is for short thrusting weapons like daggers. it was common for fights against amored opponents. they try to get the tip between armor plates.
@ธนกฤตวรรณวาธิกุล-ม8ค2 жыл бұрын
This man's expression also contained the outlines of the traditional sword technique But it looks like he's adjusting something like this. But I think he's doing well This was what he called the evolution of sword art
@zkgtv62112 жыл бұрын
From what I understand, this stance of krabi krabong is an offensive stance it's not strong in terms of counter attack so that we can see him getting hit. If you fight against long sword, I recommend you using double upward held and use hybrid stance. If got strike to upper body use the opposite hand to guard the strike then strike back. If got strike to lower body, use the hand that is the same side with the strike force to guard then strike back with the other hand.
@guyblew17332 жыл бұрын
That looked similar to the two handed katana sword fighting, excellent video. Always nice to see different sword techniques.💖💖💖💖
@KuruniXD10 ай бұрын
The sad thing is, what they taught in Thai school about Krabi Krabong is just dancing part. The combat part is completely left out of the class. It's useless, and not really fun to practice.
@NamMonn_2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never seen a reverse grip in krabi krabong before, quite interesting 🤔 Edit : i did some quick research and found that the reverse grip exist in some krabi krabong style (most i found is Attamat Style)
@bowensaver23262 жыл бұрын
I've always made fun of reverse gripping swords and just had this man here take a HUGE crap on my view point... I've never liked using two blades cause I'd feel like I couldn't parry well enough with one arm against a two handed sword, but this dude with a strong reverse grip just changed my views entirely 😂
@pitiwong12 жыл бұрын
I am a Thai people, I never seen this reverse grip before. mostly two hands forward grip.
@zestykickz2 жыл бұрын
Interesting exchange, Perhaps the reverse grip meant to simulate a sheath instead? Being a Krabi Krabong practitioner, always heartening to see exchange of ideas among fellow martial artistes 🙏🏼
@nagamalaya42322 жыл бұрын
Salam from Malaysia 🙏 In Northern Peninsular Malaysia our warriors use reverse grip alot including the half reverse half forward grip techniques like this video. It has been used since the war against Siamese that invade our lands. I've never saw a thai warrior using this technique before, usually they use forward grip on both hand. Silat cekak, silat kalimah, silat parang are some of the silat style that use reverse grip technique. Here's a video of how malay silat practitioner use this technique fb.watch/bF2o2iatBr/
@mailais34032 жыл бұрын
I don't know why you would reverse grip when you can do everything just as well or better with nornal group like in this video every block and parry can be done with a normal forward grip +also longer range
@bariumselenided51522 жыл бұрын
“Krabi Krabong” sounds to my English ears like a really good nickname for a Kingler in Pokémon
@lonniesshow Жыл бұрын
Looks like both practitioners had plenty of fun and this was fun to watch!!! : ) One sword versus two usually loses.
@deathtrooper57592 жыл бұрын
Interesting to see the reverse grip. With my very little experience using one handed swords, I can see it as being usefull mostly for blocking lower slashes with my off hand which would otherwise not be doing much if I used a single sword. Still very niche for myself but if it works then hey why not!
@johnpeterson42132 жыл бұрын
I think they both will benefit from this hard training process, it should sharpen them both up! Respects to you both!
@Syr32 жыл бұрын
If Soulcalibur was a youtube channel, this would be it.
@andrewvitale71282 жыл бұрын
That man got some monster calves! Wow what a beautiful sport with a skill and accurate eye . And the timing unreal. Would love to see this more and more.
@blazedones2 жыл бұрын
I was gonna say this but glad someone else caught that. Goodness
@andrewvitale71282 жыл бұрын
@@blazedones body builders would die for them!
@ivergonzales83492 жыл бұрын
The best Krabi Krabong I've ever seen
@watermelonprom71972 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed the use of "reverse gripping" by the Krabikrabong practitioner by instead of using it as a offensive tool he uses it like a light shield of sorts this is the only good use of the reverse grip and it can actually be called viable as another option besides using a shield which isn't fun to carry around and all you have to do with this is use a Scabbard but using another sword isn't bad either especially when your up close and can get that extra cut in if needed overall great fight
@gozer872 жыл бұрын
As a reverse grip LARPer it was great to see a real world example that was martially sound.
@Vaterunser904 Жыл бұрын
Glacia Thaimon y Klabimon pol su selvicio
@burnsson2 жыл бұрын
interesting comparison. thank you.
@Guven90002 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!
@G.I.Jojo7072 жыл бұрын
I would love to see Kali vs Krabi! Or Silat vs Kali!
@KlausBeckEwerhardy2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Dual wielding DOES work.
@andrewbolen21002 жыл бұрын
Dual wielding has always worked and been present in every culture. The left handed "weapon" is just typically used for defensive and utility purposes, much like you saw in this video. A good example of this is the main-gauche or left handed dagger, popular in renaissance era Europe
@KlausBeckEwerhardy2 жыл бұрын
@@andrewbolen2100 I know all of that of course - practise it myself (rapier and dagger, butterfly-knives, deer-horn knives, sward and rondel dagger etc.). My comment was more directed at the 'dual-wielding doesn't work'-fraction in the net. ;)
@greyclaa2 жыл бұрын
In this case it works great with a glove on the off hand providing protection from the bokken. Without it or a hilt how do you keep a blade from sliding along and cutting that hand?
@banzaibulletbill2 жыл бұрын
@@andrewbolen2100 Not to mention Musashi’s mentioning of being able to fight with the long sword in one hand and short sword in the other, and even saying it’s stupid not to utilize both when you have them available
@Chraan2 жыл бұрын
It's just worse than one weapon and shield, but it is still better than one one-handed weapon with nothing else
@renshimellor2 жыл бұрын
Are they the same experience in their own arts . ie Instructor level ? Awesome demonstration 👍🙏
@D4nger_CLO5E2 жыл бұрын
That was SICK! Very interesting fighting style and by the looks very affective!
@peteratherton17922 жыл бұрын
Great skills on display. Lovely to see different cultural weapons and techniques.
@rogermanley90172 жыл бұрын
This is great! I’m wondering if the Krabi Krabang stylist had also studied some escrima or if one might just have some overlap and similarities in technique that occurs naturally.
@hayatashix43462 жыл бұрын
Thai sword held upside down I'm Thai person. But I've never seen a grip like this before. Thai sword I saw He would move his arms, legs, hands all the time. to defend or attack at the same time or in the case of stationary In some sword schools in Thailand There will be a sword line like the North, Northeast, Central, South, and each region will be used in different ways. such as the Northeast Will use speed and strength as the main. Central region uses techniques and accuracy to wait for the beat. If I'm not mistaken But it's really fun. Make more clips like this. It's very fun to watch. ✌️
Eventhough the reverse grip is weird. They'd still have more control, and could parry more reliably holding it right.
@BernasLL2 жыл бұрын
True, but this way the sinistra is always easily out of the main's way. Interesting. Not sure which is better honestly, HEMA two swords systems are certainly different, but it looks like a surprisingly valid choice. Learning both ways would then be a nice way to bamboozle your opponent mid sparring. Though I really wouldn't give any credit to slow / weak cuts from the reversed sinistra, other than draw cuts. Mechanically, it doesn't really work.
@thunderstrike1012 жыл бұрын
@@BernasLL I'm seeing the reverse grip as more defensive because it's held along the arm. As far as cuts go, do you think it would be better at close range than a traditional grip?
@jephilologist2 жыл бұрын
A sword held at full length in close quarters is somewhat self defeating. It also requires different hand positioning (to present edge properly to opponent). The grip and form seen with this guy closely resembles a Muay Thai fighting stance with both hands relatively square up front (as opposed to bladed where one hand is far out). Perhaps his tactic is to avoid presenting his left hand to a cut. Instead, he presents his entire forearm, covered by his weapon. It is also a structurally better, premade, roof block- which may be a good idea against kendo ("men" strike). Holding the left weapon the "right way" will make blocking more demanding on wrist strength- even more if kendoka hits his weapon's weak. It is BAIT for the opponent, so he could push in for a riposte. A common shield tactic, except that this "shield" can change into a sword, and is much more tempting to try and attack- as opposed to an actual shield, which some might not want to bother with.
@BernasLL2 жыл бұрын
@@thunderstrike101 It's certainly more defensive than a regular grip. But that's not necessarily a non-starter, shields and weapons is a very valid combination for a reason.
@Zz7722zZ2 жыл бұрын
@@BernasLL in my school we reverse grip the scabbard for blocking, works quite well especially when you have to close distance against longer weapons.
@eastoforion2 жыл бұрын
so many interesting stances from the krabi!
@lucasdaniel42893 ай бұрын
Amazing combat
@eliteswordsman1812 жыл бұрын
Impressive.
@tomjeff17432 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking there wouldn't be a response strike after skull is fractured or arm is amputated. And without attacking legs? A little unrealistic. Nonetheless great action. Very exciting. Excellent skill and speed
@Koggelxander2 жыл бұрын
That looks like it hurts... Very cool style. Enjoying your videos.
@epytav2 жыл бұрын
i see Brutal i Click
@tanzepei1985 Жыл бұрын
Does Krabi Krabong teach tactics with shields? Can tactics from KKb be translatable to tactics with anti-riot truncheons and tactical shields in a riot suppression situation?
@suhribzevolution6456 ай бұрын
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@uaweezaherri2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing!
@reaperlongsword62692 жыл бұрын
That is quite unusual reverse grip style in Krabi Krabong(กระบี่กระบอง or ดาบไทย). I am Thai , our group do HEMA sparring often and some member are Thaisword practitioner most style are use equal length sword(ดาบ) and no reverse grip
@greentea19412 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I think the same. I watch many thai movies or video about krabi krabong. never see reverse grip like that before. which is quite disturbing me... it was like they don't perform krabi krabong techniques properly.
@burningknuckle262 жыл бұрын
Krabi krabong is dope
@eduardunus2 ай бұрын
Who is the krabi krabong guy? He is so good, I would love to see more from him
@reginaldwelkin2 жыл бұрын
Don't most Krabi Krabong practitioners use both blades forward? Is this a sub-style?
@imjustlikedenji59542 жыл бұрын
Even as someone who never practiced swordfighting i can see there's a lot of skill in this But i must say the girl is so cute that's probably the reason i clicked in the firstplace
@m.b.593Ай бұрын
Ironically enough the greatest Japanese swordsman ever used two swords similar to krabi krabong
@user-yw8zx5bg1e2 жыл бұрын
タイの剣術は二刀流なんだ👏👏👏👏👏
@paradox_17292 жыл бұрын
How would niten ichi ryu fare against krabi krabong
@aiosquadron2 жыл бұрын
That's dual wielding sabres for you. Quick cut attacks, both attack and defence at once... Would love to see one of these up against a rapier. En garde!
@dhomomemeb12252 жыл бұрын
It's a sword art that protects the enemy's sword really well.
@onlyteng Жыл бұрын
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@jaha777jaha62 жыл бұрын
Very well done, if the rattans get beyond the initial strike of the katana it's usually a score , enjoyed the exhibition of both escrima and kenjutsu , the practitioners we're effective and had great skill, the graphic of the red when scoring is genius by the producers of this, salute
@valorwarrior76282 жыл бұрын
People should also know that it was also how Musashi Miyamoto fought.
@tygersoul2 жыл бұрын
excellent display
@daveburklund2295 Жыл бұрын
Very cool! Thanks
@merchangdude15652 жыл бұрын
I impress by the way krabi krabong hold the sword it's like more easy to block and attack, next time try spare with Silat just for fun 😊
@ContentTuning2 жыл бұрын
Can you guys do spear VS sword & large shield? Im in a debate with friends regarding who prevails! ; )
@redsmallpox2 жыл бұрын
what is the song playing in the second half of the video?
@severedconnections48212 жыл бұрын
Great session.
@BuddhaisawanTV Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Thai Sword Krabi Krabong
@dlugikudlaty35892 жыл бұрын
Great job
@cringeyidiotterry2 жыл бұрын
This is F***ING AWESOME, THANK YOU
@scottingleman81032 жыл бұрын
The weapon style has infinite possibilities, however every choice of defense is a lost opportunity to kill. Without continuing to press the attack the single swordsman is likely to be struck. While it might be necessary to execute a frontal attack it's essential to move to the rear of the opponent
@leopoldsamsonite17502 жыл бұрын
Great video. Well done. Ty
@Vladthestud2 жыл бұрын
This is what I expected from the Escrima match. This is awesome!
@hailhummus2 жыл бұрын
I'm def no expert, but it appears the blade length makes a huge difference in both defense and offense; eskrima having shorter 'blades' means explosiveness, angles, and footwork need to be excellent to out-do the range of a skilled kumdo practitioner. Not saying this Krabi Krabong person doesn't have those skills (clearly they do), but it seems the blade size evens the playing field a bit more
@Vladthestud2 жыл бұрын
@@hailhummus Never in my life have I seen such defensive measure. This grip. Don't have extensive knowledge og Krabi, thought it was more like Escrima with Thai sword and stick.
@mortalkomment80282 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, isn't it? We have to give the reverse grip a chance when it comes to defense
@Giggly_Puff2 жыл бұрын
the reverse grip acts like a shield/distraction
@markandoyo22042 жыл бұрын
Miyamoto Musashi have also failed to acknowledge within this Thai Counterpart from Niten Ichi Ryu fundamentals, although have either a similar or a the same fundamentals thus the other side of reverse grip can be interesting topics on the extent low blow defense.👍💯😎🇵🇭
@Jason-pl2wt2 жыл бұрын
I remember when I was in Thai School they doesn't teach like this they teach Just dance 😭
@TenchiBushi2 жыл бұрын
I love this!
@demohidu59462 жыл бұрын
I've never even heard of this style until this video, this is pretty awesome.
@Nobitanian28057 ай бұрын
Krabi krabong is thai sword kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqbaiZiBbtaMm6Msi=8TaZXjmFIO-t4skN
@acrowsnest_t66302 жыл бұрын
Man, never heard of it, but it seems very effective! Also the fact that all kendo strikes are vertikal realy wont do you favors against that high guard :p
@erobwen2 жыл бұрын
The short swords could benefit from having knuckle guards so they could be held more extended for a better position to deflect stabbings? If the short swords were connected with a chain between the pommels, it could be used to parry slashes between the swords, or for some surprise flail action!.
@ryoichiyoko2 жыл бұрын
いつも楽しく拝見しています。これからも楽しみにしています。
@user-ko3vg7fc7o2 жыл бұрын
Just my opinion, but it seemed to me that with real swords, the smaller man would have sliced the double sword giys hands off real fast. It seemed in the end the d ok uble sword guy had to resort to his physicality to get a score at all. I wished he would have just relied on technique so we could see the full benefit of the style of both swordsmen. Like i said, just my opinion...very interesting and entertaining video! Thank you both!!!
@tc471012 жыл бұрын
Rất hay 😆😄👍
@mohammadsh35192 жыл бұрын
Musashi knew something for creating Niten Ichi-ryū.
@benzpinto2 жыл бұрын
the longer weapon should aim to keep distance and attack the limbs of the shorter 2 weapon style. it is easier than attacking the body because 2 weapons can easily counter attack with 1 weapon blocking while the other striking. the shorter 2 weapon style should quickly close gap as soon as possible to take advantage of 2 weapons, 1 for blocking, the other for striking.