Ultimate Nunchaku: Mastering the Art of Momentum

Name: Ultimate Nunchaku: Mastering the Art of Momentum
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Mastering the Art of Momentum

Created byChristopher Adamchek

Last updated 10/2024

English

What you'll learn

Learn basic blocks, strikes, and swings with the nunchaku
Learn intermediate traps and control concepts
Learn advanced realistic strike mechanics
Learn nunchaku power vs a variety of attacks

Course content

4 sections • 49 lectures • 9h 46m total length

I.01 Introduction7:39
- Introduction on nunchaku course details
- set up of learning
I.02 Spatial Concepts5:08
proprioception - the ability to track an object in space without having to look at it
coordination - organization and honing of complex movements
peripheral response - using your outer cone of vision to indicated a responsive action
I.04 Warm-up Exercises8:33
hand over hand
half rotation
twist to shoulder
ribs - ribs
I.03 Safety Nunchaku12:44
slow and steady - always start with a slow pace to avoid injury
pvc foam - pcv plastic core covered with light foam, they are hollow, lightweight, and cheap
ignite series - a dense solid foam nunchaku that is is soft and forgiving with a more realistic feel
action flex - a flexible metal core with high impact foam for full contact training
I.05 Core Stances + Footwork12:49
front stance - a basic forward weighted karate stance
horse/middle stance - an even weighted stance
back stance - a back weighted stance
fighting stance - a close even stance for quick adaptability
cat stance - a short back weighted stance ready to move again
pull / cross step - a retreating step that creates more room for nunchaku
swing step - a hip powered retreating step to create distance and power
I.06 Guard Positions5:56
ready position variations - a forward grip on both sticks oriented: high, middle, low, or side
shoulder position - one arm up, one arm across belly, nunchaku over shoulder
double position - holding both sticks in one hand
I.10 Stick Blocks5:59
interception swing - swinging the dragon stick on an angle that will intercept the strike
low scoop swing - using an inwards circular swing that parry the strike at the bottom of the circle
I.09 Cord Blocks7:35
high block - upwards block with the cord
side block - rounded side block with cord
low crossed block - sticks crossed low block
I.11 Double Blocks8:55
double position - both sticks are held together in one or two hands
double low - two handed downward low block
double scoop - one handed scooping low block
double high - two handed high angled block
double side chop - snapping forward at an angle to intercept a strike
I.12 Standard Thrusts5:32
forward thrust - from ready position with the cord end of the stick
butt strike - from ready position with the butt end of the stick
I.07 Catches7:17
Palm catch - catching across the palm
Armpit catch - pinching the elbow into the ribs to catch the stick in the armpit
I.13 Double Thrusts5:19
double thrust - thrusting with the cord end from the double position
double butt - butt strike from the double position
I.14 Shoulder Pass3:31
Shoulder pass - passing the nunchaku over the shoulder with correct alignment
I.15 Nunchaku Combos13:10
Basic combination of techniques
high block to thrust
side block to butt strike
low crossed block to thrust
high block to front kick
interception on punches

II.01 Warm-up Exercises5:29
hand over hand variations
rotational variations
II.02 Guard Positions12:26
rear hang position - holding one stick, and letting the other hand over the back of the shoulder
armpit position - holding one stick, and the other pinched in your armpit
rear hidden position - holding both sticks behind your back around hip level at a slight angle
parry position - holding one stick at the bottom and the other at the top with the bottom pointed forward
belt position - having one stick in your belt
reverse ready position - holding one stick at the bottom and the other by the bottom in a reverse manner along the side of the arm
double belt position - having both sticks sheathed in the belt
II.03 Cord Blocks10:32
down swipe - from the forward ready position using the cord [horizontal] to swing down on the incoming strike
cross block - from the shoulder position extending the arms so the cord [vertical] hits the side of the incoming strike
I.08 Basic Swings7:05
Vertical swing - up and down
Tricep braking - using the tricep muscle slow down and control the stick
Horizontal swing - forehand and back hand
II.04 Stick Blocks15:41
side parry - from ready position
high cross swing - swinging forward and out like a windshield wiper
reverse arm block - blocking with the arm in reverse ready position
low scoop swing - inwards circular motion to intercept a low strike
II.05 Parry Position13:39
tap parry - using a side parry with the forward stick
sukui parry - using a short scoop block with the forward stick
parry thrust - thrusting forward with the forward stick
reverse backhand - using the forward stick hand to swing a horizontal back hand strike
II.06 Double Blocks + Locks8:04
double back pass - a double position parry that follows the line of attack to knock it off course
collar lock - a wrist lock that is similar to a gi collar choke
shin lock - a scoop block follow-up that digs into the shin bone
II.07 Double Strikes7:03
high, low, center strike - a high or low strike with the both hands gripping both sticks and striking with the center
snap strike - snapping the nunchaku held together in the hand like a whip
ejection thrust - a throwing motion that launches one of the nunchaku sticks out of the double grip position
block, counter, swing - methodology for using the double grip as a transitory tool, not something to stay in
II.08 Braking14:21
lat braking - using the lat muscle
leg braking - using the thigh muscles
air braking - braking mid air
II.09 Advanced Swings21:27
horizontal - high, mid, low line
down - straight, angle
up - straight, angle
circle - up, down, horizontal
straight - standard, armpit
figure 8 - shoulder, elbow, wrist
reverse - back hand, fig 8
triangle drills - right triangle strikes
random stop drills - randomly stopping during drills to improve braking
II.10 Impact Management21:14
proper follow through - so that the bounce back of the stick has no hand to hit as it returns
end, middle, full stick, cord targeting
targeting - head, collar, hands - elbow, ribs, knee
off lining - moving the hand above or below the line of the impact stick to avoid a bounce back into the hand
recoiling - pulling the hand further back so that so that the stick doesn't hit the hand
II.11 Advanced Passes14:23
back pass - passing nunchaku across the back
hip pass - passing to the side of your hip
leg pass - passing down between the leg
neck pass - passing around the neck
II.12 Wrist Traps8:17
Make or catch a trap
From - high block, side block, cross blocks
Standard trap
Inverted trap
Follow up - crush, pull, throw

III.01 Introduction7:09
process of this third section
range analysis
III.02 Momentum Management12:42
reverse shoulder pass - throwing the stick under the armpit and catching over the shoulder, the shoulder pass in the opposite direction
center spin - spinning the nunchaku by the center cord
wrist roll - rolling the nunchaku over the wrist and catching the other stick
figure 8 wrist roll - doing the wrist roll while performing a figure 8 motion
triangle strikes - improving the triangle strike drill [vertical, horizontal, angle]
III.03 Chokes13:57
cord strike choke - thrusting the cord into the front of the throat, mostly to control the spine
crush choke - using the sticks to crush the side of the throat
rear choke - pulling the cord and sticks into the throat and neck from behind
trap choke
III.04 Ready Position24:15
review options
flow attack analysis
III.05 Shoulder Position21:10
review options
flow attack analysis
III.06 Double Position15:51
review options
flow attack analysis
III.07.1 Alternative Positions [pt1]14:45
armpit position
parry position
rear hidden position
reverse ready position
rear hang position
III.07.2 Alternative Positions [pt2]16:52
III.08 Foot Traps8:12
III.09 Invisible Nunchaku15:09
block, trap, swing
elbow shoulder frame
cross block
fanning block
scoop block
hammer fist
elbows
vertical punch snap
III.10 Attack Simulation20:54
III.11.1 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Stick [pt 1]15:50
III.11.2 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Stick [pt 2]20:52
III.12.1 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Bo [pt 1]18:27
III.12.2 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Bo [pt 2]22:32
III.13.1 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Knife [pt 1]17:39
III.13.2 Nunchaku Dynamics vs. Knife [pt 2]19:23

IV.02 Nunchaku: A Tale of Two Sticks14:50
A documentary of the history and origin of nunchaku.
IV.03 The Dragon Stick9:32
A simple motion comic I made to demonstrate fight scenes that more accurately portray the actual uses of nunchaku, as detailed in the instructional serries.
IV.01 Crafted Nunchaku: To the Beat of Hyoshigi2:55
My own had made nunchaku slide show, with traditional music using the hyoshigi instrument [one of the indigenous myths of the origin of nunchaku]
IV.04 Nunchaku vs. Katana3:10
Bonus sparring example of me using nunchaku vs and experienced kendoka. Note how experience and understanding on both sides of range mechanics changes the tempo of a sparring match.
IV.05 Custom Nunchaku0:37
Elevate your training with your very own custom pair of nunchaku! Email me at senseichris@okamikaratedojo.com for more details!
Crafted from premium hickory and oak for exceptional durability and performance.
Available in round and octagonal designs to suit your preferred grip and style.
Unique rounded top hole for improved handling and longevity.
Finished with pure tung oil for a smooth, protective surface that enhances the natural beauty of the wood and longevity of the wood vs surface lacquers.
Custom burning or engraving options available, allowing you to personalize your nunchaku with kanji/katakana or initials.
Enjoy 10% off your custom nunchaku for enrolling in this course—just show your course receipt to redeem your discount!
These custom nunchaku are built to last and will be a reliable companion throughout your training journey—you won't be disappointed!

Requirements

No experience necessary

Description

Unlock the full potential of nunchaku in this comprehensive 9-hour instructional course designed for martial artists of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this course will guide you through every aspect of nunchaku training, from basic swings and blocks to advanced traps, chokes, and dynamic combat strategies.

You'll learn:

Essential stances, guards, passes, and catches.
Fluid transitions that promote efficiency and versatility, expanding natural proprioceptive performance.
Using guards as foundational frameworks for attack and defense structures.
Close-quarters control techniques, including traps and chokes.
Master the physics of braking, momentum, range, power, and impact recoil.
Dynamic demonstrations of nunchaku usage in aggressor flow drills, attack simulations, and live sparring.
Nunchaku vs. other weapons! Explore how the methodology shifts based on the range and power dynamics of each opponent's weapon. See how nunchaku techniques adapt when facing a stick, bo, or knife, highlighting the flexibility required to handle varying combat scenarios.

As a bonus, you’ll also enjoy:

A custom documentary exploring the rich history of nunchaku, from its origins to its modern applications.
An action-packed motion comic that tells the story of a Shinto maiden using nunchaku to protect her home using realistic techniques and avoiding flashy Hollywood moves.
A captivating slideshow showcasing my handmade nunchaku, complemented by music and featuring the hyoshigi, an intriguing instrument linked to the origin myth of nunchaku.
An insightful fight analysis comparing my techniques against a kendo practitioner, highlighting key strategies from the match.

Whether you're training for self-defense, competition, or personal mastery, this course will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to wield nunchaku with precision and power.

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Course content

I Fundamentals14 lectures • 1hr 50min

II Intermediate Techniques and Applications13 lectures • 2hr 40min

III Mastery and Combat17 lectures • 4hr 46min

IV Bonus Material5 lectures • 31min

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