Author Archive | Steve

Distance Learning

By Steve on January 4, 2024 in General

Continue Reading 0

StickingHands is not a secret

By Steve on January 4, 2024 in Applications, Training

Continue Reading 0

KunTao Silat the American Martial LifeStyle

Dr. Jon Introduction

By Steve on October 1, 2023 in Informational

Continue Reading 0

Centering Exercise for YouTube

By Steve on October 1, 2023 in Forms, Informational, Training

Continue Reading 0

Half Tiger Stance

Exercise with a purpose

By Steve on September 13, 2023 in Health, Training

Continue Reading 0

Dr. Jon Sleeping Horse

By Steve on August 4, 2023 in Forms, Health

Continue Reading 0

Dr. Jon on Entry Basics

By Steve on August 4, 2023 in Applications, On-Line Learning

Continue Reading 0

Dr. Jon YouTube introduction

By Steve on August 4, 2023 in Informational, Training

Continue Reading 0

Part 6 ~ Learn 3 Powers of GrandMaster Bill Chang

By Steve on June 12, 2023 in Informational, Training

Continue Reading 0

3 Internal Powers

The 3 Powers

By Steve on June 11, 2023 in Forms, Health, Informational, Training

Continue Reading 0

← Previous 1 … 3 4 5 … 13 Next →

Kuntao on Frequently Asked QuestionsOctober 30, 2024
To team , if i purchase internal kuntao videos , can i download online? 2) The internal kuntao series ,…
Steve on Pentjak Silat CiMandeMay 22, 2024
Guru Dr. Jon has been in study of martial arts for most of his life. Even now, he is reviewing…
Dr. Jonathan Pyndus on Frequently Asked QuestionsMay 9, 2024
Hello! I am going to direct you to Pak Steve, as he set up that feature of the website.
Tyler Dotson on Frequently Asked QuestionsMay 9, 2024
Good morning from Michigan! I am having difficulty accessing the Pamur Cimande video rental. I have followed necessary steps and…
Melvin on Tiger Descending the Mountain: Pai YunApril 10, 2024
The speed and precision is astounding. Yes Malabar is the rough stuff for a reason.

Kuntao on Frequently Asked QuestionsOctober 30, 2024
To team , if i purchase internal kuntao videos , can i download online? 2) The internal kuntao series ,…
Steve on Pentjak Silat CiMandeMay 22, 2024
Guru Dr. Jon has been in study of martial arts for most of his life. Even now, he is reviewing…
Dr. Jonathan Pyndus on Frequently Asked QuestionsMay 9, 2024
Hello! I am going to direct you to Pak Steve, as he set up that feature of the website.
Tyler Dotson on Frequently Asked QuestionsMay 9, 2024
Good morning from Michigan! I am having difficulty accessing the Pamur Cimande video rental. I have followed necessary steps and…
Melvin on Tiger Descending the Mountain: Pai YunApril 10, 2024
The speed and precision is astounding. Yes Malabar is the rough stuff for a reason.

It’s All in the Elbow
Southeast Asian Martial arts generally, and KunTao Silat specifically, are famous for effective use of the elbows as offensive and defensive weapons. But aside from these more obvious applications of the elbow in striking, blocking, and deflecting techniques lies a deeper principle: the elbow is one of the keys to martial arts. The elbow is the next major joint down from the shoulder, which itself connects directly to the spine via the trapezius and rhomboid muscles. Thus, movement of the elbow invariably involves the shoulder and thus the spine. This means that a proper unification of the elbow to the spine and legs via stances creates more powerful and efficient movements. It also means that if you can control the movement of an enemy’s elbow, you can effectively change the alignment of his spine, disrupting balance and all of his kinetic chains. Take a second look at all of the Djurus and you’ll start to notice a lot of emphasis on the position and alignment of the elbows in each posture and transition. Study this deeply in Sticky Hands and Free Play Sparring. Have fun! Dr. Jon
New Mexico Warm Up with Sigung Dr. Jonathan
Finding your personal TriAngle
KunTao Silat ~ The Healing Art with Sigung Dr. Jonathan
Health