The Institute of Modern Personal Combat Tactics and Training PRESENTS
AMERICAN KENPO KARAMBIT PART 2 OFFENSIVE & DEFENSIVE METHODS
The Complete and Authoritative Guide
DISCLAIMER This publication is for informational purposes only. Please note that the author(s) and the Elite -Fighters.com are NOT RESPONSIBLE in any manner whatsoever for any injury or death that may result from the use or misuse from practicing the techniques and/or following the instructions given within. Since the physical activities described herein may be too strenuous in nature for some readers to engage in safely, it is essential that a physician be consulted prior to training. This publication is intended as a technical study of the American Kenpo Karambit and in no manner, implicitly or explicitly, endorses nor is endorsed by United Cutlery, Gil Hibben, or any person or organization whatsoever. Similar weapons may be substituted for those that are shown in this publication.
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Contents Disclaimer Safety Legal Advisory Rules of Engagement TWELVE ANGLES OF ATTACK
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Twelve Angles of Attack
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Basic Striking Patterns
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12 ANGLE STRIKING SET
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DEFENSES
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Angle 1 Defenses
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Angle 2 Defenses
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Angle 3 Defenses
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Angle 4 Defenses
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Angle 5 Defenses
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Angle 6 Defenses
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Angle 7 Defenses
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Angle 8&9 Defense
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Angle 10&11 Defenses
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Angle 12 Defenses
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TRAINING DRILLS
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SAFETY Safety should be your primary focus throughout all aspects of your training. Keep these safety considerations in mind: 1. Always wear eye and body protection. 2. Always train with a practice or dummy weapon. Never use live or sharpened blades. 3. Frequently check the training weapon to that it is in proper condition. A broken or damaged training device can be just as dangerous as the real weapon. 4. Practice all movements in a slow and controlled manner. 5. Safety is the responsibility of both you and your training partner.
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LEGAL ADVISORY The author strongly suggests that the reader take under advisement his/her local laws regarding the ownership, possession, concealment, and use of edge weaponry. Students of the Elite Fighter System of Modern Personal Combat adhere to a strict code of conduct. Part of this code of conduct are the Rules of Engagement. Students who are also of law enforcement or military personnel should consult with their commanding officer for specialized rules of engagement.
RULES OF ENGAGEMENT General Guidelines 1. The decision to use force must be based on logic and necessity, not on emotions. 2. Force should only be used when it is reasonable to believe that it is necessary to protect oneself against the use or immediate use of unlawful physical force. 3. The Elite Fighter must avoid the use of unnecessary menacing actions for the purposes of intimidation. 4. The Elite Fighter may not use force merely to prevent the use of offensive or insulting words. 5. In general, the use of deadly force is not authorized merely to protect property, but only when the safety of a human being is in jeopardy. Exceptions to this include burglary and home invasions. Use of Force in Self Defense 1. The Elite Fighter may use only the degree of force that is reasonably necessary to protect himself. 2. An Elite Fighter may use deadly force in self defense when he reasonably believes that: a. He is in imminent danger of losing his life or receiving great bodily harm. b. He reasonably believes that the use of deadly force is necessary to save himself from that danger. Use of Force to Protect Others 1. An Elite Fighter may use only the degree of force necessar y to protect another person against forcible offense. 2. An Elite Fighter may in some instances use deadly force to prevent a violent or forcible felony involving danger to life or great bodily harm. 3. When an Elite Fighter uses force to protect another person, the fighter may use only such force as is reasonably apparent that the other person could lawfully use to protect himself under the circumstances.
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ELITE FIGHTER SYSTEM OF MODERN COMBAT
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TWELVE ANGLES OF ATTACK
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Twelve Kenpo Angle of Karambit Attack
TWELVE ANGLES OF ATTACK A common tool used in weapon training is a numbering system to describe the various methods and angles of attack. The Twelve Angles of Attack define the most effective methods of utilizing the American Kenpo Karambit for attack and/or defense. These twelve striking angles form the foundation for all offensive and defensive study.
ANGLE 1—Inward Downward Diagonal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: temple, eyes, side of neck. DEFENSIVELY—Angle 1 may be used defensively in a manner similar to an inward block.
ANGLE 2—Outward Downward Diagonal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: temple, eyes, side of neck. DEFENSIVELY—Angle 2 may be used defensively in a manner similar to an outward block.
ANGLE 3—Inward Horizontal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: rib cage, stomach, bladder and arms. NOTE: Angle 3 may be used higher on the body to deliver an inward horizontal slash to the opponent’s throat.
ANGLE 4—Outward Horizontal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: rib cage, stomach, and arms. NOTE: Angle 4 may be used higher on the body to deliver an outward horizontal slash to the opponent’s throat.
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ANGLE 5—High Thrust OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: throat, xyphoid process. DEFENSIVELY—This may be utilized as an Offensiv e-Defensive action such as a Stop Thrust.
ANGLE 6—Outward Upward Diagonal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: rib cage, chest, neck. DEFENSIVELY—Angle 6 may also be used in a manner similar to an outward downward block.
ANGLE 7—Inward Upward Diagonal OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: rib cage, chest, neck. NOTE: Depending upon the grip used, Angle 7 may be delivered as a slash or a thrust.
ANGLE 8—Outward Overhead OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: bridge of nose, face, and neck. DEFENSIVELY—This may be an integral defensive motion against low-line thrusts.
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ANGLE 9—Inward Overhead OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: bridge of nose, face, and neck. DEFENSIVELY—This may be an integral defensive motion against low-line thrusts.
ANGLE 10—Rearward Low Thrust OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: groin and bladder. DEFENSIVELY—This may be an integral defensiv e action against low-line forward or rearward thrusts.
ANGLE 11—Upward Vertical OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: groin, bladder, and stomach. DEFENSIVELY—This may be utilized to escape an opponent’s deflection.
ANGLE 12—Middle Thrust (palm up) OFFENSIVELY—Target areas include: bladder, stomach, xyphoid process, and kidney. DEFENSIVELY—This may be utilized as an Offensive-Defense such as a Stop Thrust.
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BasicKenpo StrikingKarambit Patterns
BASIC STRIKING PATTERNS By combining striking angles, you can create various striking patterns. Below are examples of essential striking patterns. Experiment with the American Kenpo Karambit to develop your own personalized striking pattern.
Angle 1
Angle 6
Angle 12
Angle 12
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Angle 2
Downward Figure Eight
Angle 7
Upward Figure Eight
Angle 3
Thrust & Slash Inward
Angle 4
Thrust & Slash Outward
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Angle 1
Angle 5
Angle 5
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Angle 2
Downward V-Strike
Angle 1
Thrust & Slash In
Angle 2
Thrust & Slash Out
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12 ANGLE STRIKING SET
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12 Angle Striking Set
12 ANGLE STRIKING SET Step 1 Begin in an Attention Stance.
Step 2 With your left foot, step toward 9:00 and form an Informal Salutation.
Step 3 Slide your right foot back and form a Left OneLegged Stance (your body faces 9:00; your gaze is toward 12:00). Cover high with your left hand as you draw the weapon from your boot.
Step 4 Pivot clockwise as you plant your right foot toward 6:00. Immediately slide your left foot back to form a Left 45-Degree Cat Stance facing 12:00. Cover low with your left hand as your right hand forms a Preparatory Cock.
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12 Angle Striking Set
Step 5 With your right foot, step forward and form a Right Neutral Bow Stance. Deliver an Angle 1 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 6 Deliver an Angle 2 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 7 Deliver an Angle 3 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 8 Deliver an Angle 4 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 9 Deliver an Angle 5 Thrust. Cover with your left hand.
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Step 10 Deliver an Angle 6 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 11 Deliver an Angle 7 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 12 Deliver an Angle 8 Pommel Strike. Cover with your left hand.
Step 13 Deliver an Angle 9 Pommel Strike. Cover with your left hand.
Step 14 Deliver an Angle 10 Thrust. Cover with your left hand.
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Step 15 Deliver an Angle 11 Slash. Cover with your left hand.
Step 16 Deliver an Angle 12 Thrust. Cover with your left hand.
Step 17 Slide your right foot back and form a Left OneLegged Stance (your body faces 9:00; your gaze is toward 12:00) Cover high with your left hand as you re-holster your weapon.
Step 18 Plant your right foot toward 3:00 and form an Informal Salutation.
Step 19 Finish by sliding your left foot toward your right and forming an Attention Stance.
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