Upper / Uplifting Block
Iron Shield System of Blocks • Academy Est 1992
Upper / Uplifting Block Video
Upper / Uplifting Block • Part of the Shaolin Iron Shield System of Blocks • Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu Academy
Welcome to the Shaolin Kung Fu / Wushu Upper / Uplifting Block
I am Sijo Robert Z, and it is my pleasure to share our Shaolin Kung Fu / Wushu with you. This is the Upper / Uplifting 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. A block should help you deal with the attack while putting you in a better position to control what happens next. It is not simply a matter of stopping a strike. Good blocking can also give you a psychological advantage.
Understanding the Upper / Uplifting Block
The Upper / Uplifting 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 introduces the Upper / Uplifting 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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