This instructional DVD series was created as a means of documenting the core of fundamental information required to test for each level up to first degree black belt. While intended for American Cane System student; this series is beneficial for anyone wishing to learn more about the versatility of the cane as a tool for self-defense and exercise LEVEL 3 expands beyond the American Cane System student's fundamentals in blocks and strikes to include more self-defense techniques and advanced skills. Grandmasters Shuey and Crandall introduce the student to new traditional martial arts philosophy and concepts including the relevance of time; repetition; and the 'three eyes' of the student. New bag drills are introduced. Students will learn proper cane care including how Cane Master canes are hand-crafted. The exercise system adds exercises for new muscle groups. Among the advanced blocks and strikes are the accelerated torso block; helicopter twirls; reversing the horn (flipping the cane); and more. Thirteen new self-defense techniques are presented (CTs 8-20) including defenses against punches; bear hugs; frontal bear hugs; sleeve grabs; kicks; and more. This segment expands on the elements of self-defense. The partner drill sets are expanded and new empty-hand techniques are presented. The DVD concludes with instruction in the required kata Reflection 3. The kata is presented at power and speed; and from Front; Side; and Back views at half-speed. The kata is then broken down into segments which clarify important subtleties and practical applications of the defensive scenarios. 76 mintues.

Product ID: VD2627A