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Originally Posted by TTEscrima
YouTube - Pukulan Pencak Silat Tempur "Evasions"
Tanto1 this is a clip of Reeders silat, if you note they "think" and move in triangles. Notice how tight all the moves are and how he is often even with the front foot of the adversary. Baqua uses the same evasion but steps in circular patterns (bigger) so that you're even with or behind the adversaries rear leg. The strikes would also likely be delivered with the opposite hand to make use of the power generated by the circular stepping. I've noticed the triangle is a half beat concept, thing is while it may be slightly faster it lacks finishing power.
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This is very good (and basic) stuff, my personal favorite! Thanks for sharing.
It seems the silat styles are very subtle but I wonder if the Kuntao/silat has more in common with the internal styles? (kung-fu)
It seems to me (fundamentally speaking) that the "secret" once we get past all the fancy footwork, deceptive evasion, striking and throwing (techniques)...is timing. (sensitivity and harmony with the actions of attack)
LOL It's the timing that kills me.
... ya know?