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Leopard Technique

I really like this leopard technique because it has an interesting variation on an armbar that leads to a takedown. Note the initial parry to a leopard paw to the armpit aiming to hit the sensitive nerves under the armpit. … Continue reading

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That would never work…

It’s common knowledge that ‘fancy’ arts like Capoeira would never work in the ring. Too bad nobody told this guy. I know, one knockout doesn’t mean much, other than never underestimate your opponent. I think the fact that this worked … Continue reading

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Adriano Emperado, Founder of Kajukenbo Passes

Adriano Emperado, most active of the founders of Kajukenbo, and leader of the KSDI, passed away on April 4, 2009. He was a towering influence on the martial arts community, and those of us with roots in Shaolin Kempo and … Continue reading

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