Throws versus locks.

[Bill Glasheen]

I second that, Rick.

- Bill

[GSantaniello]

TSD guy,

I agree with you very much. All should, at least learn how to fall or roll out of a throw.

Unfortunately, many do not. Because they have not or do not use take downs in their dojo, they feel safe in not knowing the falling techniques.

As to others point, hardwood floors do not help the situation. Although, it did not stop us from taking eachother down in fighting in the old days ! (smile)

Of course, many have concerns about having a law suit brought against them. I have known several to have knee injuries from sweep techniques by resisting the take downs. Some requiring surgery. Fortunately, the instructor and/or dojo was not subjected to legal problems.

Also, note that many do not know how to do falls correctly. How the can they teach it ? Not all have been taught in the karate dojo's, As for myself, it was in aikido classes.

A takedown (sweep) in sparring on a hardwood floor is not as bad as it may sound. However, throws and being slammed is yet another issue.



Rick,

Always good to hear from you. (smile)

Fred,

Please know that if Bob Bethoney wanted you to go down, you would have ! Maybe not with the wrist throw, as you mentioned, but some form or another. (no insult intended)

As for Peter, what can one say, another acceptional practioner. To be respected ! I am sure that he picked up the "shoot" from going to Joey's for awhile. It is fast when done right !

Respectfully,

[f.Channell]

Gary,
You got that right! I was just surprised to see him using that technique.
It was the spinning back kick that had me going down!
I've never sparred with better.

F.