The One Move To Defend Agains A Sword, Knife or Stick!

[@u4tubular]

Finally someone who truthfully says, “what happen after that, we don’t know.” There are just too many variables to simply say, “just do this or that”. Mad respect!

[@johndombeck955]

If only someone was truthful enough to point out that no one would ever find themself in this situation in the first place.

[@hazegray9998]

The best defense is not getting hit. True that. Also, the best fight is no fight, the best fight is the fight you never have. But, if you are attacked, then you attack the attacker.

[@deaddocreallydeaddoc5244]

As a competitive fencer who trained for decades, taught for decades, (competed on the national circuit), and was involved in the early development of what became "historical fencing," etc., I have to tell you that your first section with the swords was terrible. In staying in to get a wrist cut, you probably got yourself killed or nearly so if the other guy had any training. NEVER attack into an attack, ONLY DEFEND. Retreating is good, but a solid parry system that opens up a clear attack line is better. Your footwork is not that good, either. When you are in a fight, get low, never get into a position where your feet are gathered. Stay in a crouch where you are balancing your weight between your legs. Train in a good lunge and know how to use it. In the situation you presented, depending on my read of the skill level of the attacking party, I might parry and look for an opening, but the safest thing to do is to get out of immediate range (out of his immediate striking reach) and then create an immediate counter-attack with an envelopment of his sword and strike OR if its a knife, enveloping the arm. The opportunity is created by drawing out an overreaction and having the skill and training to take advantage of the opening you have created. An envelopment, done properly gets control of the sword (or arm) while you can strike because of your power advantage. It doesn't matter that much about size. I'm 5'6" and bean many tall guys because I was more skilled and experienced. Serious fencers spend hundreds and hundreds of hours on footwork alone. In serious schools, the first six months are spent on footwork alone. You can teach or learn it from a video online, or a book. It has to be done by you, under the supervision of someone who knows how it is done properly. Mastering fencing is very valuable because the training transfers to one's hands easily. Few people know that Bruce Lee spent a couple years in Milan, Italy learning at the Mangerotti School of Fencing. He adapted the modern parry system to develop the handwork he made famous. I've had a couple incidents where a party suddenly jabbed at me. My hand reacted without my even thinking about it. I deflected the fist and had my hand on the party before they knew what was happening. I had the time to decide if I wanted to club him down or break his nose. My wise choice was to set my hand on his shoulder and let him know I was in control - both times, and they were bigger guys. The last time this happened I was 68 years old. I spent many, many hours, thousands, in my youth, training for hours on end, in the salle fencing from three to five days a week - for years. And don't try to teach or fight in Birkenstocks.

[@Dcassimatis]

Just in case he removes my response,....1st, I understand it's a slow-demo, 2nd you're never going to be wearing flip-flops or You're going to die, 3rd and most important, yes what comes next is anyone's guess, real training facilitates a response "from God" through you,... That being said, if you don't understand Muto dori,.... you don't understand the sword,... before the 1800s there were millions of people worldwide that were skilled in the use of swords and other martial weapon now their less than 1000 worldwide and very likely far less than that,... for example Japan sent 200,000 Samurai in China through Korea at least 3 times,.... If any sword practitioner can't illustrate at full on speed sparing with a blade then they aren't included in this number!

[@EllaSilentDragon]

First thing would be maybe to walk around with some sand/ stones in your trousers, that you could throw in the eyes in case of an attack. It’s easier to prepare with that than carrying a sword to parry. 😅 Then grab anything around you to get between you and the attacker if possible. If you let someone with a sword get this near in an area where nothing blocks your sight…well that was the first mistake. 😅

[@non9886]

man i don't say you are totally wrong but you are biased. going down? lunge? sry but legs are very important and vulnerable. maybe not in fencing but in street fight they definitely do. also for me his footwork was quite good. his weight was pretty much between his leg mostly. he kept his posture higher and same with his center of gravity. which allows you to use gravity for your movements...

[@TheLongDon]

I was expecting a 5 second video of you just turning around and running away as fast as possible

[@charlespratt8663]

Thats always the smart bet. At least until you have the room to draw, turn and fire,

[@mikethomas3498]

I thought the same thing feet don’t fail me now

[@davesmith3925]

Turn to run and you are dead. Not even Usain Bolt is fast enough to turn and run without taking a lethal blow to the back…

[@charlespratt8663]

@@davesmith3925 Kinda depends on the distance between you.

[@davesmith3925]

@@charlespratt8663 True. I am speaking specifically to the scenario in the video. If the guy is 40’ away, just run, if you are able and think you may be faster., but in the time it takes the average person to turn and start to run, the guy with the bat/sword/whatever can cover at least 10’ and has an additional 5-6’ of reach between arm and weapon. I’m 60 and retired military with knee and hip problems. I always carry some type of weapon. My days of running are done.

[@rdf098311]

Indiana Jones taught us the one move to defend against a sword

[@dalehill6127]

But as Mr Goat has previously said, maybe you haven't got the time to draw and get the safety off.

[@jordiv.5616]

No jokes please!

[@johnmartlew5897]

@@dalehill6127 IJ had a revolver. The safety on a revolver is the trigger, as in …. I was so pissed off I wanted to take the safety off my revolver.

[@mdh125]

Sword-wielders hate this one weird trick

[@johndombeck955]

​@@dalehill6127But you had time to get a stick or sword out and into guard position and face your opponent at the ready 6 feet apart? Give me a break. How do you even carry a sword or stick?

[@DanielA-nl9nv]

The amount of truth he put in a 5 minute video, is kind of astounding.

[@johndombeck955]

Somehow I must have missed that part. Where was it?

[@bestthingsinceslicedrice]

Real story my brother got into a fight in the philippines where he was lucky he saw the knife first then punched the guy with killing intent where on the process his attacker got so pressured he had a hard time drawing his knife. When the guy was able to draw all he could do is back pedal and counter punch till other people stepped in to stop the fight. He was lucky to only get a shallow cut in the face but the drills being taught here about footwork and counter attacking does help but its just a matter of time to what can happens next So if you can avoid the fight avoid it as best as you can but if all else fail and running is not an option. Fight dirty like your life is at stake and do all means to end the fight

[@wewatchmovies4446]

Good shit. Someone who has realistic understanding of cqc

[@Horus2Osiris]

Defensive footwork. Coming from a fencer... Footwork First. Period

[@johndombeck955]

😂😂 Good one!

[@catocall7323]

Leaving your hand out makes your counter quicker but it also makes your hand an easy target.

[@tomshepherd4901]

As usual a practical, no BS tutorial. One of those rocks at your feet wrapped up in a shirt would have helped.... Best defense against a knife? Don't be where the knife is....

[@urbangorilla6733]

Step back out of the power strike then enter.

[@jimmiv5449]

Some good points but also "Step Off" the line of attack. You must train this or you will remain on the same line.

[@jj-wp6wc]

I love these hipsters. Techniques are very practical. Good lesson, thank you 👍

[@Sigaholic]

Always solid info. Salamat!

[@Buddha2024-w7y]

Watch the 'shank tank'. There is no defense against a knife attack if unarmed. My suggestion is to run.

[@kamatekamatekaorakaora3459]

Not true. I was stationed in Japan for 3 years. And I saw many many times, JPs disarm dudes on the streets. JPs are the Japanese Police. Westerners today don’t know much about them. But most are heavily trained in Japanese Juijitsu. And Judo. And many other styles. Even after their defeat in WW2. They still have a strong Budo mindset. Saw it in Subic Bay as well. Running is not always favorable. Keep an open mind. You’re going to grow and live longer. Osssss🤙🏻

[@bestthingsinceslicedrice]

Real story my brother got into a fight in the philippines where he was lucky he saw the knife first then punched the guy with killing intent where on the process his attacker got so pressured he had a hard time drawing his knife. When the guy was able to draw all he could do is back pedal and counter punch till other people stepped in to stop the fight. He was lucky to only get a shallow cut in the face but the drills being taught here about footwork and counter attacking does help but its just a matter of time to what can happens next

[@almostbutnotentirelyunreas166]

Stick, Blade or Gun....run. With gun, run erratically at sharp angles very 4-5-3 steps...only an absolute Pro will be able to hit you. In which case, it was over before it started anyway. Stick or Blade? By step 4 it's over, just keep running and screaming. Cornered? OK watch the video...and scream all the way

[@rinzler9775]

Also practice your 200 metre sprints.

[@ArmageddonAfterparty]

Could you speak to the fact that in almost any street fight that I have seen where the attacker has a knife, stick or iron, they will almost never fully commit to the strike, it always seems to start with a series of halfhearted and threatening feints, while very much checking out if nothing too professional or mental looking is ensuing from their opponent, which I never really see back in any hypothetical "reenactment", as it were. Maybe also show what evil will befall those who do " run away" when chased by a psycho with a knife or a tire iron.

[@ArmageddonAfterparty]

In case they aren't fast enough I mean.

[@sidrayne]

Good FootWork, Bad FootWear

[@simoncamm1128]

Thank you for this..Always great tips🙏

[@HerbertSimonDachs]

Back is fine. If possible I prefer back and to the side. But hey, not getting hit is most important.

[@crli4353]

the problem with these "defense" videos is that they ALWAYS assume facts unrealized. What if the attacker is left handed, what if the attacker is right handed but YOU are left handed. The angle of attack is rarely what you "train", not to mention, the adrenaline dump you have to manage at the same time. Now im not saying these vids arent useful to a point, BUT, the ultimate lesson here is that if you want to be as prepared as possible, you must TRAIN regularly. Anything less and you will find yourself flailing around like anyone else. The best thing my father ever taught me was to ALWAYS BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS and ALWAYS MAINTAIN SITUATIONAL AWARENESS. These two concepts will keep you from finding yourself in a self defense position like the one demonstrated in this vid.

[@lucky051]

thank you for your videos

[@danielgibbons63]

Were shoes with laces. Good footwork bad footwear.

[@erikwhitney7403]

i thought it was let him stick you then take it away. if you keep backing up while he is coming at you, you will trip

[@tonydeangeles453]

Excellent, bro. Thank you.

[@Horus2Osiris]

Footwork.

[@SonnyCrocket-p6h]

dont wear sandals out in public, people. They are a horrible handicap if you have to fight.

[@ArmageddonAfterparty]

I solved this problem by not going out in public.

[@dalehill6127]

​@@ArmageddonAfterpartyThat's a cast-iron defence right there, lol.😄

[@garyhind1405]

Kali or also known as escrima or philippino boxing a great art and works

[@Synthgunner]

Thank you

[@SupporterYi]

heh, I always wonder the timing to block the back swing with a weapon, but I finally found the answer in this video. Thank you so much ^^

[@JohnnyLawBMC]

Great stuff, Brother.

[@horizonblack]

Well explained.

[@patrickdavis2788]

truth about footwork regaining the line.

[@tracyt4327]

My judge from 50 feet would make a sword master reconsider.

[@charlesroulette5296]

Good job. Thank You.

[@Flashahol]

Great lesson here: any fight plan applies exclusively to your first move.

[@DefforgeSalon]

You are correct when it comes to knives or swords footwork is the key. If you want to learn the best food, Work for this particular occasions, you will not be able to find anything better than Fencing. This particular gentleman he’s probably very good martial artist, but if I would have a knife, he would need to run and not because he’s not brave enough but because I’m five times national champion in Fencing.

[@jamespisano1164]

Thanks.

[@FafaFlunky]

Maraming Salamat po, Guro😇

[@johnmartlew5897]

Foot work means aerobic training. Lots of it. Jump rope, obstacle stepping, etc. preferably on rough ground, as applied to tactical movement. Imho. PS. What I enjoyed here was your open ended real world approach. The paradox of formal katas confronted by chaos.

[@leonardschoenborn9209]

Your footwork will only work if your opponent comes at you in slow motion. The truth, you're not going to move back fast enough to get out of the way of a strike that comes at you faster than you can move back. Attackers don't swing in slow motion. The best option is to time the strike and close, and at the same time use midrange de cuerdas blocking to deflect the strike away from you and then counterattack. It takes practice. Try it with sticks first. There is no reality in slow motion striking, but it is some place to start in your training and continue to speed that strike up until there is speed and power. By the way, your attacker isn't even trying to touch or hit you with his stick. To make this work, you have to gage your strikes so you know he is going to hit you if you don't move or defend with either a hand deflection or stick deflection. Just a few tips to help improve what you're doing.

[@truthseeker3740]

I hope I don't ever face a situation like this. But if I do, I think I am going to run the other way as fast as possible!😅

[@NomNomm6063]

Thank you! 🙏

[@vinniebarbarino-1]

thank you sensei

[@mikeneidlinger8857]

I train in socks on my porch and always use the blade against the bad opponent.

[@FuKuntt]

pull out your phazer, set to stun of course, and spontaneously disintegrate them into tiny sub quantum field particle waves (oops wrong setting).

[@vihaanreyansh6244]

How would you defend against an 11th level paladin that rolls a 14d8 on a critical hit?

[@fabiotuggy3340]

What are the chances I am going to get into a sword fight? It is more likely that an attacker may have a knife, sword and/or bball bat, etc. And, I don’t go around with and weapon of this sort.

[@georgegonzalez-rivas3787]

Never trust anybody wearing sandals and talking about footwork. It's a disqualifying condition.

[@ryanle3782]

Run is the best way

[@MrGuitarman8000]

PICK UP ROCKS SA. THROW RUN PICK UP THOW RUN LOOK FOR ESCAPE

[@bruceb5481]

Not many rocks on a sidewalk or parking lot.

[@johanjotun1647]

Let's not be stupid if your opponent is armed, you best run until you find something to arm yourself with to even the odds.

[@pat199rick6]

A gun, a big one!

[@AOSHOOTER]

Foot work in slides? Bro

[@PakShuMan]

Those white socks will confuse an opponent enough to make anything work ;)

[@streetwork5069]

Good stuff..

[@tracycolorado]

And don't wear sandles or flip-flops

[@bluenose007]

Yes we all carry a sword to defend from a sword

[@marcd1981]

The thumbnail says "Defned Against" instead of "Defend Against".

[@cerovk6000]

Bro already gave himself quite a bit of distance before he stepped away 😂. The honest answer is your probably gonna take a hit or a few before you have a chance to get away or overwhelm them.

[@richardnimo]

I love profanity. It's so cool!

[@vladyslavbabych9491]

Showing footwork movement in a flipflops?! Is that meant to be a serious or funny video?

[@Elfin4]

No got it wrong. The one move is simply run in the opposite direction and live to tell the story same for anyone with a knife.

[@sureshramalingam362]

Good

[@colinmccarthy7921]

What does a person do,if they come face to face with a Samurai,a Ninja, and a Chinese Sword Expert.I myself would run.There is no way a person could win.

[@jeffbryan3224]

My last fight included a Meth head throwing his bicycle at me and in response my stepping back, tripping over my sandals and falling backwards into the gutter. Technically it wasn't even a fight. And the bike missed me so it wasn't even an assault.

[@leroilapue15]

You have experienced combat, had you died you would meet valhallah

[@topcatandgang]

you got plenty of large rocks at your feet. those are weapons also.

[@ACTIONANIMALSSERBIA]

Of course we all carry 2m swords at a night walk with our kids ?

[@MrGuitarman8000]

I can beat him with my karate pinky

[@Dcassimatis]

1st, I understand it's a slow-demo, 2nd you're never going to be wearing flip-flops or You're going to die, 3rd and most important, yes what comes next is anyone's guess, real training facilitates a response "from God" through you,... That being said, if you don't understand Muto dori,.... you don't understand the sword,... before the 1800s there were millions of people worldwide that were skilled in the use of swords and other martial weapon now their less than 1000 worldwide and very likely far less than that,... for example Japan sent 200,000 Samurai in China through Korea at least 3 times,.... If any sword practitioner can't illustrate at full on speed sparing with a blade then they aren't included in this number!

[@non9886]

you don't know what you are talking about. and btw mijamoto musashi didn't practise probably any sparing. he trained solo and then dueled. and the rest is history. i would say figure it out but you are not probably capable of do it...

[@Mickenos85]

Naturally you can outrun the fat swords man

[@ACTIONANIMALSSERBIA]

Dangerous Advice better run away

[@dx5soundlabs939]

Thumbnail says defned, not defend

[@davidjacobs828]

JUST RUN AWAY .

[@angelgothprincess]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@scottingleman8103]

Join the society for creative anachronism and you will look at one opponent like he's missing the rest of his army.

[@uberdonkey9721]

Meh. I thought you would be unarmed. Stick to stick and knife to knife events are super unlikely. Much more likely is wjen you're unarmed.

[@apepex1464]

Do I tell my attacker to wait and explain my move to him like what you’re doing? I’m confused with all the maybes when coming near the attacker.

[@DanielDavis730]

I seen a fight while back. Both could not fight at all. Both Around 130 kilo. What i observed was the hits these guys were taking. U could here the crack across a football field. If u dont have the bodyweight u are simply done. U cannot take the hits. No matter how good u are .even all these famous light weight people in movies. Its total crap. If u are 100 kilo try getting hit by someone 200. Kilo's i mean come on. Skill is nothing at all in that regard. At all. I can honestly say this. Cos o no. Im 70 kilo. And it is near impossible to take a hit from 120 to a 150 kilo person. This tells me u are full of it bra

[@philstone3859]

I don’t believe a man in sandals.

[@non9886]

men in sandals and flipflops always prevail. there are a lot of evidence about it...

[@Afrodisiaka]

Flip Flop Instructor😂

[@insanogeddon]

This IS McDojo stuff. ALL the animal kingdom follows the same rules: size, athleticism, weight (individual or in numbers) wins nearly all fights. Teeth, Claws, Stones, Sticks, Blades are distant seconds UNLESS used from surprise SO be as athletic as possible, aware as possible, have an authentic meaningful reason to live, and the rest is up to your DNA!

[@porkchopspapi5757]

Here's bull shido dancing, with sticks.

[@lifeneverends7068]

Always the same thing. Make one move talk about it half an hour! None of this works believe me!

[@stonewietsma4939]

You talk like your a pro but I haven’t seen you demonstrate your skills with a sword😬

[@DarukaEon]

A stick is a sword. If you know, you know. 🤷‍♂️

[@drjthornley]

Totally confusing, crap advice.

[@DanielDavis730]

This guy heavier and taller than all his students. U try this against someone more than double than your weight. Your system don't work

[@DarukaEon]

I can tell you first hand with the right amount of training, it doesn't matter how big the guy is. I was paired with a rugby player, a good couple of feet bigger than me and we were working on knife disarm drills. For this particular drill, we were supposed to come against the forearm, abeniko with the other arm, then bring their arm to our hip. Problem was, as you've mentioned, he was bigger, more muscular, etc. So, he tried to be funny and pretty much pulled me in. Then, I remembered one phrase my instructor told me, "If you're feeling resistance, give them what they want." So, rather than pulling to my hip, I pushed while controlling his wrist, transitioned to a forearm lock instead, and essentially turned the knife on himself. If either of us moves, he cuts himself. Now, I'm not saying that you should absolutely pick a fight with a guy who is bigger and stronger than you. I'm just saying that if you are put in a position where you have to defend yourself, don't count yourself out. It just takes some training. That's why stress testing your technique is essential.

[@DanielDavis730]

@@DarukaEon well I can tell u that u are totally incorrect. It's the hits what they take. I seen a fight a while back. Both of them could not fight. Both Around 130 kilo. But I observed the impact these guys were being hit. U could here the crack across a football field. It doze not matter how good u are .if u simply dont have the body weight to take the hits u are done. So this tells me. U have absolutely no idea

[@richardriemer8859]

[@heatice77]

Thank you