Inside / Midsection Block
Iron Shield System of Blocks • Academy Est 1992
Inside / Midsection Block Video
Inside / Midsection Block • Part of the Shaolin Iron Shield System of Blocks • Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu Academy
Welcome to the Shaolin Kung Fu / Wushu Inside / Midsection Block
I am Sijo Robert Z, and it is my pleasure to share our Shaolin Kung Fu / Wushu with you. This is the Inside / Midsection Block, part of our Iron Shield System of Blocks.
The main aim of blocking is not to get hit, of course. But blocking is also about control. The second aim is to make it more difficult for the attacker to hit you again. One way to achieve this is to close in on the attacker, using their attacking arm to obstruct their other arm, while moving yourself to the outside of their attack. In this way, blocking becomes more than just stopping a strike. It helps you gain control of the situation and creates a psychological advantage.
Understanding the Inside / Midsection Block
The Inside / Midsection Block is part of Shaolin Kung Fu Academy's Iron Shield System of 10 Blocks. As the name suggests, the system is designed to function like a shield. The first five blocks cover the front of your body, while the next five Iron Cross Blocks cover the sides. This video presents the Inside / Midsection Block as one element of that defensive system.
This training video is part of our Cyber Kung Fu instructional collection, first offered in 1996.
Before you attempt this block, it would be beneficial to understand the Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu Academy's centreline principle, natural and guard stances, and posture. It would also be beneficial to warm up to help prevent injury. Yes, I know that you cannot warm up before defending yourself, but there is no need to abuse your body while learning to defend your body. Warm up, at least the minimum.
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