Hugging Pendulum

This self-defense technique is found in the Blue Belt rank of the American Kenpo Karate system created by Ed Parker. Hugging Pendulum is a technique against a right front kick.

Hugging Pendulum step by step:

• As the kick comes in, shuffle to your 7 o’clock while delivering a left downward block.
• Do a left front twist stance while you check his right side while you put your right arm in front of your middle section. (hugging yourself)
• Use your right leg to deliver a sidekick to his left leg to cancel his height.
• Execute a  back hammer fist to his face then come back with the same arm applying a heel palm.

Recommendations

• Step back with your block but check his shoulder as you step in.
• Keep your right to cancel any move on your opponent (angle of cancellation).

Recommended Kenpo Techniques

• Swinging Pendulum Self Defense Technique
• Retreating Pendulum Self Defense Technique

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