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San Soo Sifu
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 Posted: Wed Jul 14, 2010 1:07 pm Post subject: Kung-Fu San Soo Techniques |
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| Brian Sneeden wrote: | Kung-Fu San Soo Techniques
San Soo, literally meaning “free fighting hand,” is a Chinese fighting art introduced in the United States by Chin Siu Dek, now deceased. Using a combination of punches, kicks, strikes and takedowns, kung fu San Soo is a free-form martial art. While many San Soo techniques are basic and easy to perform, the sequence and delivery of each attack are effectively combined to form a comprehensive and spontaneous martial art.
Ridge Hand Strike
While a common staple in many Asian martial arts, the ridge hand or round house punch has special significance in the San Soo tradition. While most strikes are used with the sole purpose of injuring or causing pain to the opponent, the ridge hand is frequently used to engage the combatant in more debilitating attacks. Practice the ridge hand on your training partner by extending your fingers forward from the palm and tightening your thumb against your pointer finger. Extend your arm to the side of your body and swing it towards your attacker in an arcing motion that aims for your partner’s head or neck. Straighten your arm as you attack and practice using your ridge hand in a whipping motion that seems to “snap” towards your target. Once you have gathering confidence in using the ridge hand strike attack, try opening your hand as you attack your opponent and grabbing the neck of your opponent while taking a step behind one of their feet. If done correctly, you should be able to gently push your opponent to the ground.
San Soo Blocking
Though primarily an offensive art, free-form San Soo combat uses a variety of blocks that deflect or absorb incoming attacks. Unlike many martial arts traditions that use blocks as a way to meet force with force, San Soo fighters use blocks as attacks, potentially causing injury to the attacking limb. For example, the San Soo inside block brings the blocking arm in a circular motion that sweeps the defender’s body and misdirects the attacking punch away from the body. However, skilled San Soo practitioners will further strengthen the block by striking pressure points on the incoming wrist, arm or leg with their knuckles, causing pain and potential injury to the attacker. This philosophy of approaching blocks as if they were also attacks can surprise an opponent, making them more susceptible to further attacks.
Basic Chin Na Wrist Lock
The kung fu practice of chin na uses several wrist lock techniques to effectively reduce an attacker’s ability to cause harm. While San Soo practitioners learn a variety of chin na techniques for manipulating the wrist and hands, the basic wrist lock method is simple and considerably effective at disabling an opponent. Begin by having your training partner punch or strike at you with their right hand. Perform the inside block with your left hand so that the first knuckle of your fist lands on the inside elbow joint of the incoming hand. Reach over the hand with your right fist and grab the pinky finger of the attacking fist and gradually pull your right hand back to your right side. Your opponent will be forced to follow your right hand as their wrist becomes painfully locked and can be effectively delivered to the ground. |
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unstpabl1
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| Posted: Wed Jul 14, 2010 10:25 pm Post subject: |
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| I saw this the other day. Though my time in San Soo is very very limited, and in short spurts over a number of years; I don't recall seeing a lot of ridge-hands, if pushed I'd say I never saw one in San Soo... in Kenpo... yes... in Ninpo... yes. I always thought you guys used hammers and forearms for it, which was one of the things I liked about San Soo. |
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San Soo Sifu
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| Posted: Thu Jul 15, 2010 10:11 am Post subject: |
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Hey Mike,
I can honestly say that the time I spent with the late Master Al Rubin, I have never seen a ridge-hand either.
When Gerald Okamura came out with his two-set VHS video tape series by Tortoise Video Production, distributed by I & I Martial Arts Supply Company, copyright 1990... Gerald Okamura showed a ridge-hand technique... and I was left wondering, WTF?
Then, Harry Wong released his VHS video tape for Dynamic Strength by Unique Publications Videos (Inside Kung Fu magazine); copyright 1992... Harry Wong showed a ridge-hand technique... and I was left wondering, WTF?
So, I don't know what to tell you. Me, personally, I think structurally speaking; it is an inferior hand gesture position.
The thumb tucked under the palm is too susceptible to breaking. And, the interior-edge (index finger) of one's hand isn't meant to take punishment; as opposed to the knife edge of the hand, i.e., for chops.
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Thanks Jon! I honestly saw this online the day before you posted it, and blew it off because of the ridge-hand. Then you posted it, and really put me in a world of WTF!  |
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San Soo Sifu
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| Posted: Tue Aug 03, 2010 6:18 pm Post subject: Kung-Fu San Soo Techniques |
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| Alex Baker wrote: | Kung-Fu San Soo Techniques
Kung-Fu San Soo is a style of martial arts believed to have origins that trace back to the Northern Shaolin Temple. However, unlike most Shaolin-derived martial arts, San Soo technique does not attempt to emulate the movements of animals. San Soo employs Chin Na leverages, rapid strikes, take-downs, throws and kicks that take advantage of the physics of the human body. Many experts consider Kung Fu San Soo to be the most sophisticated and complete martial arts system in existence today.
San Soo Hand Strikes
San Soo employs a variety of hand-striking techniques. San Soo practitioners deliver punches, open-hand chops, elbow strikes and finger jabs as part of their arsenal. Like all techniques in the San Soo cannon, deliver hand strikes quickly, decisively and with devastating force to soft targets such as the eyes, nose, throat and solar plexus.
San Soo Kicks
Like all Northern-style Chinese martial arts, San Soo employs a variety of kicks and knees strikes. Deliver San Soo kicks and knee strikes powerfully in a manner that will cause the opponent immediate severe injury through the force of the impact.
Chin Na Leverages
Chin Na techniques, an important element of San Soo, lock an opponent's joints, tendons, or muscles. Use Chin Na to control an opponent in the same way MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighters employ submission holds. In San Soo, employ Chin Na to throw opponents off balance or to make them submit entirely. Smaller fighters taking on a bigger opponent find Chin Na techniques particularly effective.
Pressure Points
Use San Soo techniques to target pressure points and nerve endings. Finger jabs, grabs twists and pulls that target internal organs, muscles and nerve endings allow the fighter to disable an opponent quickly while expanding a minimal amount of energy.
Hung-Ga
Hung-Ga, an important aspect of San Soo training, emphasizes dynamic power through the proper use of body motion. Body rotation, shifting of weight and the generation of power through pivoting and flailing movements all help to generate power in San Soo techniques by putting the whole of your body behind them. |
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