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Originally posted by BlackMaskX
Sorry for changing the subject a little bit, but has anyone done much Filipino boxing (I think it's called "pankuantuan" or something like that)? Supposedly it mixes open and closed-hand techniques with kicks and bites. Is this accurate, and how does Filipino boxing hold up to Western boxing for use on the street?
Also, has anyone tried to mix Western boxing with tai chi, or incorporate kali training into Western boxing? Some people have told me that mixing boxing and tai chi has given them an edge because it has improved their body mechanics, and that doing kali weapons drills will improve hand speed and reaction time.
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In JKD, Filipino Boxing (Panantukan) is integrated into Western boxing because the arts complement each other. I've only done the basics (eg drilled destroying the jab or hook with an elbow), but they contain linb destructions that originate from the knife. Kali/escrima is a empty hand art as well as a weapons based art so it can be incorporated into your training.
I can't see any reason why Tai Chi can't be incorporated with Western boxing, but I'm sure those that have crossed trained in the 2 are in a better position to answer that. I did Tai Chi for about 2 months whilst I was training in JKD. I found the forms to be a bit boring (personal opinion here), but the pushing hands was interesting for developing tactile awareness.