Martial Arts How-Tos
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu scarf hold
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu scarf hold (or kesa gatame) to gain side control positional dominance.
How To: Defend an arm bar in Jiu Jitsu
A demonstration of some common grips and holds that are weak in nature and how to defend yourself when holding a Jiu Jitsu arm bar.
How To: Perform san-cho zai
San-cho zai is kata with three sai. This two part video shows you how to perform san-cho zai and then gives a more detailed explaination or analysis (called bunkai).
How To: Perform ni-cho zai
This tutorial goes over how to perform ni-cho zai. This kata utilizes 2 zai (sais), and the video includes the bunkai, or step-by-step analysis.
How To: Execute sai hojo-undo group 2 moves
This video shows you how to execute the second group of basic moves (sai hojo-undo) - these include the in-depth explanations, too.
How To: Execute sai hojo-undo group 1 moves
This video goes over the first seven basic moves with the sai known as hojo-undo group 1. The second part of the tutorial gives a more in-depth explaination of the 7 moves.
How To: Throw the sai
This video explains the striking points on the body and proper technique for throwing the sai.
How To: Handle and exercise with a sai
Exercises specific to the sai, and the proper way to handle the sai are covered in this tutorial.
How To: Select a sai
This video is an introduction to the sai, with historical background and proper size selection. If you want to learn how to use the sai, then you should start by watching this video before purchasing them.
How To: Perform nunti kata dai
Nunti kata dai is the second kata, or form, using the nunti. This tutorial is a great breakdown and explaination of how to do execute this kata.
How To: Execute nunti hojo-undo
The basic moves, or hojo-undo, using the nunti - you need to master these before attempting the kata.
How To: Perform tsuken no kon
Tsuken no kon is the fourth kata, or form using the bo. This video breaks down each step clearly and makes it easy to learn.
How To: Execute bo hojo-undo group 5 moves
Group 5 is the final group of basic bo hojo-undo moves but they are anything but basic! See how they should be executed in this video.
How To: Perform saku-gawa no kon
Saku-gawa no kon is the third kata (or form) using the bo. This video teaches you how to properly execute it.
How To: Perform cho un no kon bunkai
This video gives an analysis of second bo kata, cho un no kon and shows you how it is executed.
How To: Perform cho un no kon
Cho un no kon is the second kata (or form) using the bo. This video teaches you how to do it.
How To: Execute bo subsidiary hojo-undo and bunkai
This video gives an analysis of strikes and blocks from the more advanced hojo-undo (but still the basics prior to a kata).
How To: Perform bo subsidiary exercises
Bo subsidiary exercises are known as hojo-undo group 4, these are combination or more advanced moves, but still the basics used to create a kata.
How To: Perform Shushi no Kon
This tutorial shows you how to perform the first bo kata (form): Shu shi no kon.
How To: Execute bo hojo-undo group 3 and sparring moves
This tutorial teaches you how to perform Group 3 bo hojo-undo. It is strikes like group 1, but switching the grip between each one, and sparring utilizing the basic moves.
How To: Execute bo hojo-undo attacks and blocks
This tutorial shows you how to execute the first two sets of primary moves with the bo: group 1 (attacks) and group 2 (blocks). It also shows how to change grips.
How To: Hold a bo and use the striking points
This video shows you how to hold a bo and the striking points - these are the basics, known as "kihon".
How To: Exercise with a bo staff
This tutorial covers different exercises that you can do with a bo staff. Flexibility and strength are always important when doing martial arts and these exercises should help your training.
How To: Do sit-ups and push-ups with a bo
This video shows you how to use a bo staff to do different types of sit-ups and push-ups. Great for training or anyone looking for new routines and variations.
How To: Attack from someone's guard with a Jiu Jitsu heel hook
How to attack from someone's guard (you in the mount position) in Jiu Jitsu using the heel hook technique.
How To: Stretch with a bo
In this video you will learn how to do a stretch called bo flexibility (or bo flex). It is pretty clear from the name, that you are using the bo weapon to do stretching exercises to increase flexibility.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu triangle choke from the mount position.
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu triangle choke from the mount position.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu switch back sweep
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu switch back sweep.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu Kimura lock from a side control
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu Kimura shoulder lock from a side control position.
How To: Select a bo
This video teaches you the history of the raku-shaku-bo, commonly called the bo (or misnamed bo-staff, since bo *means* staff!) and then explains how to choose one.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu wrapping shoulder lock
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu wrapping shoulder lock from a mount.
How To: Spar with tonfu
In this tutorial you will learn how to spar with a tonfa versus a bo, which, due to its greater length, is considered the "superior" weapon.
How To: Perform tonfa kata
This is the full form, or kata, for the tonfa, which means you should already have practice with the hojo-undo, or basic moves.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu stockade neck crank
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu stockade neck crank.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu hip throw
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu hip throw (or koshinage).
How To: Do the Jiu Jitsu crucifix technique from side control
Learn to execute the Jiu Jitsu Crucifix technique from a side control mount.
How To: Perform tonfa hojo-undo
Hojo-undo are tonfa moves that fall between basic and kata in difficulty. You must learn these before using in combination to perform the kata.
How To: Do a Jiu Jitsu shoulder lock from a scarf hold
Learn to execute a Jiu Jitsu Shoulder Lock from a scarf hold.
How To: Execute basic tonfa moves
In this tutorial you will learn the basic theory of tonfa and how to execute basic techniques. Safety is important so always start by checking your weapons for cracks and splinters.
How To: Warm up using tonfa
This tutorial goes over warm up and conditioning exercises for beginning practice with tonfa.