Description
In addition to its use as a cattle prod and whip, the African Sjambok is an incredibly effective means of self-protection. Several Martial Arts systems throughout the world have explored their own application of the “rigid whip” and, in this DVD, Lynn Thompson and Ron Balicki will teach you a variety of combative training ideas for this fascinating tool.
Advantages of the Sjambok
Gripping methods
Combative stances
Footwork
One and two handed striking methodsPommel strikes
Pushing, pulling, and hooking
Defeating disarm attempts
Using footwork to avoid blows
Smashing, choking, and sawing
Encircling, trapping and tripping
Defeating the charge
Standing grapple
Defending your weapon hand, stop hitting, counter slashing, parrying, and blocking
