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Self-Defense & Combat Drills

Learn essential techniques for self-defense through step-by-step instruction

The Foundation
Defensive Blocks
Striking
Close-Quarter Striking
Power Striking
Section 1 of 5

The Foundation

Athletic Ready Stance

A neutral yet active starting position that should be used as the "Starting Position" for all drill descriptions.

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent (soft). Hands are brought together at the centerline (chest height) in a clasp to represent a "ready but non-aggressive" state.

Key Tips:
  • Keep weight balanced on both feet
  • Maintain relaxed shoulders
  • Breathe deeply and stay calm
Technique Sequence

Use this as your starting position for all techniques

READY
STANCE

Central Clasp Position

Hands together at chest height
The Foundation
1 technique
Athletic Ready Stance
Defensive Blocks
2 techniques
The "360 Defense"
Striking
1 technique
The Palm Heel Thrust
Close-Quarter Striking
2 techniques
The Horizontal Elbow
Power Striking
1 technique
The Clinch Knee
Sample Drill Sequence
Sequence A: The Defensive Pivot
Block

Execute a 360-degree high-left deflection

Step

Pivot 45 degrees to the right to clear the "line of fire"

Counter

Deliver a sharp right-knee strike followed by a double palm-heel reset

Finish

Return to the central clasp position and exhale

Finish: Return to the central clasp position and exhale.