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The Fundamental Punch family covers punching techniques that span multiple martial arts traditions beyond Western boxing — including backfists, hammer fists, spinning backfists, and superman punches t...

The classic bolo punch using a wide, sweeping wind-up motion of the arm in a circular path before landing as an uppercut or hook, used both as a power shot and as a feint.

The fundamental superman punch executed by lifting the rear knee as if throwing a kick, then driving the rear hand forward as a straight punch while pulling the kicking leg back for counter-momentum.

A dramatic, winding punch that uses a large circular arm motion to generate momentum and disguise the actual strike, popularized by fighters like Kid Gavilan and Sugar Ray Leonard.

A vertical punch thrown upward from a lowered position, traveling along a rising arc to strike beneath the opponent's guard, targeting the chin, solar plexus, or body.

The classic superman punch involving a rear knee feint, a hop or leap forward, and a simultaneous rear-hand straight punch delivered while the body is in the air.

A short, powerful punch delivered in a horizontal or semi-circular arc with the elbow bent at approximately 90 degrees, targeting the head or body from the side.

The fundamental lead-hand straight punch thrown from a stationary stance with a quick snap of the arm and minimal hip rotation.

A quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand from the guard position, used primarily as a range finder, setup tool, and defensive weapon.

The Jab Parry subfamily covers parrying techniques that deflect the opponent's jab, the most commonly thrown punch in boxing and MMA. [1] Jab parries are the most frequently used parrying technique be...

The MMA Takedown family covers takedowns specifically adapted for mixed martial arts competition, where striking threats, the cage wall, and small gloves fundamentally alter takedown mechanics compare...

A jab thrown while simultaneously stepping forward with the lead foot, closing distance and adding body mass to the punch for increased power.

The Strike class encompasses all combat techniques in which a fighter delivers percussive force to an opponent using a part of the body — fist, elbow, knee, shin, foot, or head — to cause damage, crea...

A rear-hand straight punch timed to land simultaneously or immediately after slipping or parrying an incoming attack, using the opponent's forward momentum against them.

A looping rear-hand punch thrown over the opponent's guard in a slight arc, dropping the body weight forward and downward on impact.

A jab thrown while stepping backward, used to maintain distance, score points, and discourage opponents from pursuing aggressively.

Two consecutive jabs thrown in quick succession with the lead hand, often used to set up the cross or to disrupt the opponent's timing.

A powerful straight punch thrown with the rear hand, rotating the hips and shoulders fully to generate maximum force along a direct line to the target.

A fundamental two-punch combination consisting of a lead-hand jab immediately followed by a rear-hand cross, the most basic and widely taught combination in striking arts.

The fundamental rear-hand straight punch thrown with full hip and shoulder rotation, transferring weight from the back foot through the kinetic chain.

An uppercut thrown with the lead hand, dipping the body slightly and driving the fist upward with rotation from the hips and legs.

A hook thrown with the rear hand, requiring greater hip rotation and weight transfer to generate power through a longer arc from the rear position.

A hook thrown with the lead hand, pivoting on the lead foot and rotating the torso to generate power through a short horizontal arc.

An uppercut thrown with the rear hand, generating greater power through full hip rotation and weight transfer while driving upward from the back leg.

The classic jab-cross sequence thrown in rapid succession, using the jab to gauge distance and clear the line for the power cross.

A left hook (from orthodox stance) specifically targeting the liver on the right side of the opponent's body, capable of causing acute pain and shutdown of motor function.

The Boxing Punch family covers the punching techniques of Western boxing — the most refined and scientifically studied striking system in martial arts, developed over centuries of professional prizefi...

The Forearm Block raises the forearm horizontally above the head to create a shield against high strikes, using the flat surface of the forearm to absorb and deflect incoming attacks. [1] Unlike the r...

A jab thrown with increased commitment and hip rotation to deliver greater impact, sacrificing some speed and recovery time.

A loose, whipping jab thrown from a low guard with the arm nearly fully extended, popularized by Thomas Hearns and Naseem Hamed.

A jab directed at the opponent's midsection, typically accompanied by a slight bend of the knees and lowering of the stance to change the angle of attack.

A standard jab thrown from an orthodox (left-foot-forward) stance, extending the left fist straight toward the target.

A rigid, forceful jab that locks out fully on impact to push the opponent back and disrupt their forward movement, prioritizing stopping power over speed.

A jab thrown from a southpaw (right-foot-forward) stance, extending the right fist straight toward the target.

A lead hook targeting the opponent's jaw, temple, or ear, thrown at head height with the fist traveling parallel to the ground.

A lead hook targeting the opponent's ribcage or midsection, thrown with a lower trajectory and often accompanied by bending the knees.

A backfist delivered after a full 360-degree spin of the body, using the rotational momentum to generate significant power through the back of the hand.

The fundamental spinning backfist executed by pivoting on the lead foot, rotating the body 360 degrees, and striking with the back of the fist at head level.

The Standard Dirty Boxing Takedown subfamily represents the fundamental takedown sequence from a dirty boxing clinch, where the attacker uses collar tie and head control to off-balance the opponent be...

A hybrid punch between a hook and an uppercut, traveling in a 45-degree upward arc and landing with the palm facing partially upward, effective at close range.

A compact hook thrown with a sharply bent elbow at less than 90 degrees, effective at close range and inside fighting with reduced telegraphing.

A hook thrown with a more extended arm and wider arc, generating greater force at medium range but with more telegraphing.

The Mid Range subfamily covers the fighting distance where both fighters are within punching range — the distance where straight punches (jab, cross) and front kicks can land. [1] Mid range is the mos...

The Standard Mid Range position places fighters at a distance where the jab can land without a full step forward — typically one to two arm lengths apart. [1] At standard mid range, the complete boxin...

The High Guard Cover subfamily positions both hands high beside the head with the elbows tucked tight, creating a protective frame around the head and face that absorbs and deflects incoming strikes. ...

The Dirty Boxing Clinch is an MMA-specific clinch position where one hand controls the opponent's head via a collar tie (cupping the back of the neck) while the other hand delivers short punches, elbo...

The Shoulder Roll (Philly Shell) subfamily covers the defensive stance and technique where the fighter turns the lead shoulder upward to deflect punches off the shoulder while simultaneously rolling t...

The Square Stance subfamily covers the fighting stance where both feet are approximately even, with the body facing the opponent more directly rather than being turned sideways. [1] The square stance ...

The Standard High Guard positions both fists beside the chin and temples, elbows tucked against the ribcage, with the forearms creating vertical shields on either side of the face. [1] The guard is he...

Seiken Ago Uchi is a Kyokushin karate rising punch specifically targeting the chin from below, driving the fore-fist (seiken — the index and middle finger knuckles) upward into the underside of the op...