Manipulating the Projecting Side

The instructor introduces two primary methods for managing an opponent's incoming punch: stopping the projecting limb and cutting its motion path. These techniques are often used in conjunction with checking the retracting side, targeting either the incoming shoulder or hip.

Cutting Over and Under the Elbow

The practitioner can cut over the opponent's elbow while rotating, or cut underneath as the opponent rotates. By controlling angle 5 (the threat vector directly in front), the defender eliminates the incoming strike's effectiveness without requiring a traditional block that would absorb momentum.

Angle Control and Preparatory Movement

Elbow manipulation functions primarily as a preparatory technique that eliminates reactive blocking. From either inside or outside positioning, the defender cuts the strike's path and may execute additional strikes while controlling the opponent's limb position.

Continuity Drill for Elbow Cutting

A foundational drilling progression involves slow repetition where the opponent throws punches and the defender shifts, cuts the elbow path, and brings it downward. The drill progresses to cutting from underneath the elbow and forming an X-pattern, maintaining control throughout multiple striking exchanges.

Applications with Striking and Trapping

After cutting and controlling the opponent's arm, the defender can execute strikes, apply hand traps, and access joint locks. Techniques work equally from inside or outside positioning, allowing the defender to roll into throws or lock applications following the elbow control.

Stopping the Projecting Limb

The stop technique involves aligning the defender's structure to intercept the incoming strike forcefully. Combined with checking the retracting side, this creates simultaneous upper and lower body control, allowing transitions into arm drags or crushing strikes.

Integration with Checking and Compression

Advanced combinations layer elbow checks with body checks and arm drags to create control chains. The defender compresses distance while securing the opponent's posture, enabling transitions from striking range into clinch-range joint manipulations.

Cutting Elbow Tutorial

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Chopping Elbow

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Key Takeaways

•Manipulating the Projecting Side
•Cutting Over and Under the Elbow
•Angle Control and Preparatory Movement
•Continuity Drill for Elbow Cutting

This video is about cutting over top and underneath the elbow for an in close range combat situation. Using this methodology allows for minimal motion escaping and redirecting. It also shows using this as a possible setup for locking and throwing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about chopping elbow?

This video covers manipulating the projecting side, cutting over and under the elbow, angle control and preparatory movement. It provides detailed instruction from senseijd7161.

How long does it take to learn chopping elbow?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 7-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.