I like it too, like what Spenser Tracy did to Ernest Borgnine in Bad Day at Black Rock. Nothing fancy, just quick, fast accurate attacks to the soft parts. What I believe WWII commando CQF was, not the fancy jumps that you see in many movies.
Dear Sir. I have been training in the fighting arts for over 45 years. I think this is a great video. Easy to learn for any novice. Yet extremely effective. I also hike between 8 to 12 miles a day in all kinds of turain. Great job providing people a real life self defense for people. Keep up the great work as people need realistic self defense options
Yeah. A lot of the movements can also be translated from boxing as well, so if you know how to box, fighting with a stick or bayonet can be done with very similar movements.
I'm too old to fight, too young to die, too short to run. That's why I at least 4 defensive weapons with me at all times. More if you count non traditional ones, i.e. car keys, ink pens, belt, etc. Oh and it's amazing when you're walking with a cane how people open the door for you!
A loaded 36 inch Shillelagh has been my constant companion for 20 years. My Irish grandfather started training me to use it when I was 5. Great tool for certain social interactions...
Thank you for your video....im a 61 yr old hiker...i always carry a walking stick ever since me and my wife went on a hiking trip back in 2019..but seeing your video about using a walking stick as defense..think a practice on my stick which ive seen on your video...thanks..
Finally someone explains and demonstrates straight forward, transitional striking with a walking stick/cane while using natural progression. Thanks much.
Useful demo. That being said, #3 could very well be lethal, and it's important to explain the circumstances in which it could be morally and legally defensible.
Thank you! In the event of a violent encounter, that you didn't start and couldn't escape from, the use of reasonable force to defend yourself is permitted. It really depends on what the attackers intentions were. Since that is almost impossible to fully know in that moment, I believe that the third strike would be justifiable. One important point, as long as you stop striking once the threat has stopped, you should be in the clear. Then get to a safe location and call 911. Thanks again, Chris, for your comment.
i don't think people really understand the invaluableness of it's simplicity.. It's something like this or a similar tactic that would have spared Mollie Tibbets her life....So simple, pure yet effective.....thanks man...
The walking stick is a very good weapon. However you can't carry it on a airliner. The only defensive weapon you can carry on an airliner is the Cane. It's so subtle yet effective.
Very true, but you can’t carry a sharpened crook like cane masters. A belt is a good defensive weapon as are your shoes with the laces tied together. A towel is allowed, and all guys have been snapped in gym class. Guys will always hesitate when hearing the towel ‘crack’! One or two tightly rolled magazine from the seat compartment. The tray table comes off easily as do the overhead doors. Why are you caring to brand new sharpened #2 pencils sir? “Well, because a knife goes in and out, where a pencil makes a larger wound cavity when you break it off inside. Ever apply pressure to an open wound that has a sharp foreign object in it? Not very effective huh? Ever use a long sleeve shirt with Hojo Jutsu techniques? The single best weapon you have is a calm mind and lots of prior high stress training.
I always carry a sturdy trekking pole with a sharp steel tip when I go for walks, not for stability, but specifically for self defense (along with bear spray & a knife). Came in handy last week against 2 aggressive dogs! I hoped to see some handy techniques here, but my attackers are most likely to be the 4-legged type: moose, dogs, bears, mountain lions. After a recent moose attack in our own yard, I even carry one when I take my dog out for a quick pee! Please add another video with the best moves to defend against large animals.
@@mikedasilva5239 If that makes you more comfortable, do it. However, it’s unlikely that you’d have a chance to use a gun to prevent a mountain lion attack. They are highly efficient apex predators and may silently stalk you, unseen, for miles before pouncing. Once one is on you, it’s immediately an intense situation of hand-to-...uh, *mouth* combat, and you’d be lucky to have a second to reach for your gun. Whatever is already in your hand is then your best defense. Mountain lion attacks on humans are rare, anyway. I only included them because we’ve encountered them on the trails and in our yard a number of times -and often hear one screaming near our house- so must always be vigilant. But when you actually *see* one, it’s highly unlikely to be hunting you, just don’t bend over (it makes you look small), or turn your back, and never, *never* run. Most mountain lion attacks are on runners and mountain bikers -the motion triggering their instinct to pursue- children, and people intervening in an attack on their dog. So I no longer trail-run, we only mountain bike mid-day, and we don’t put our dog into risky situations (ie, never let out alone between early evening and mid-morning). Understanding an animal’s behavior, and acting accordingly to *prevent* conflict, is the best defensive strategy. As for bears, we’ve had many more encounters with them, but have never felt threatened. They rarely attack unless provoked, and we take care to make noise while hiking to avoid startling them. Attentiveness to our surroundings, minimizing things that attract bears to our yard, and bear spray carried in a belt holster for quick access, has been serviceable protection for 40 years of living and playing in bear country. Moose are another story, and they are responsible for more attacks on humans in Colorado than any other wildlife. They are huge, stupid, can run up to 40 MPH, and are aggressive, often attacking for no apparent reason. Even though we are vigilant, and carefully maintain distance when we see them, we’ve been charged twice in our driveway by moose that unexpectedly emerged from nearby trees. It’s easy to have a moment of inattention when you’re busy doing something around your house, where you may have a false sense of safety. Moose are also a risk where we ski, but we haven’t had a close encounter there so far.
A really effective strike is to the side of the thigh, above the knee, extremely painful, virtually unstoppable, and takes out a complete limb so you can run away and they can't walk for ages.
I used to be into martial arts myself when i was a little younger and more agile, You make that stick look very effective, Thankyou for showing those moves, ideal in a self defence situation. I have subscribed.
Those strikes may land you in hot waters in the courts (may) --- it all depends if you used the minimum force necessary to stop the attack and didn't wail on the assailant for good measure. I'm from Cali, so they're out of their minds here. The beginning was a demonstration over the the manipulation and mastery of the staff, but it and of itself does not train you in practical strikes for martial arts or self defense. Knowing where to locate pressure points and learning some good strikes is paramount --- that being said i have an ironwood walking stick, also a hickory which are solid choices. I have a long background in both knife and stick fighting so incorporating a less than lethal aspect to a fighting style is important. Kudos
Practice is everything. The more you practice, the more the moves are ingrained into muscle memory. Then you will instinctively add variants to counter or attack your opponent with out consciously thinking about it. This is a military training technique. One thing to get past. The willingness to injure or kill someone. Even in defence, some people cannot bring themselves to hurt another person. If you can’t come to an understanding with yourself to defend yourself then you can only rely in situational awareness to keep you out of trouble. “Still it’s better to be a swordsman in a garden then a gardener in a war”. Better to know skills and not use them than need them and be defenceless. Good video. Right to the point. Easy to implement.👍
Great video, well explained without the adolescent testosterone of most self-defense videos I see on here. My opinion, the other person is quite done after that 2nd blow but you gotta make sure so... One thing I would've loved to see is a demonstration of you putting those three blows on target as quickly as you can. Subscribed. Thanks again.
Thanking you,i use a walking stick and being female I feel vulnerable and a target especially now around the world attacks are frequent ,I'm a Shaman living in the u.k. when using my shamanic tools which I have no choice but to use in parks and fields and in the u.k. there is nowhere where you can be totally alone ,people have grabbed me ,thrown bottles well been quite hostile to myself so I feel I need basic training not to harm but protect myself and my drum,I refuse to let others dictate what I should and should not do ,I even go into bushes or a small group of trees to try and stay clear of people but they seem to follow my drum beat and harass myself. We also live in a world where violence will rise ,I do not wish to hurt or harm,could you please maybe consider a video where people can possibly use tactics to scare away attackers rather than have to use weapons,I live in the u.k. and our laws are different, we also do not have weapons of any kind as it is against the law ,we actually have nothing not even pepper spray and a person can get into much trouble even to defend themselves ,I not only have a bad hip but trapped nerves in both arms which makes them weak I do feel safe with my walking stick though. Thank you a very well explained video and easy to follow your instructions that can be practiced upon.
Love it great video and tutorial,plus I would recommend carrying a walking stick any time you're going into the woods or on a walk.It's great for poking ahead into brush and deep bush,for balance,and anyone who sees you automatically thinks twice about attacking.It really can mean the difference between being targeted as a victim,or an attacker moving on to look for an easier victim.
Great Weapon..In the UK Firearms are Light..If You Can Connect with a Staff its an Enlightening Experience..You Can Silk Reel..Qigong & Mediation are Important..I Study Internal Martial Arts..Great Wee Vid
Good video, short and to the point. I've made several good staffs out of Osage orange and black locust. They are sanded smooth and sealed with boiled linseed oil or hard wax oil. Only used one once to defend myself and that was a dog attack, not a human.
These are great defensive tactics. Thanks. I have to say that I do like the HEMA traditional quarterstaff, which comes up to about the middle of one's head, or a bit taller. Also, for wood, in North America ash or hickory are very good.
Wonderful, works on non resisting non moving and non fighting back opponent, not like anyone would after a first strike grab it in center kick you in your "spear" and then your weapon is also his weapon.
Enjoyed the video, 69 years old reasonably good health, had a friend build me a walking cane a few years back for the what ifs i carry open or concealed most everywhere but the cane is already in my hand if needed. He had a left over length of cocobola too small for knife handles just right for a cane very dense strong wood. I feel much more comfortable with it in hand.
@The Modern Defender; Great video! Short and to the point. Thank you! Due to some severe sciatica, I now have to use either a walking cane or walking stick to get around effectively. Several folks here have asked for a video showing how to use a cane for self defense and I am just one more to add to that list. :-). BTW- I subbed too! Keep up your teaching us! Especially nowadays with everything out there going sideways.
Very cool, well explained and nicely demonstrated. I would have liked for you to talk about the footwork in a bit more detail since that is what steers the body in the right directions. I will practice your 3 basic strikes on a dummy until the footwork and stick movements become second nature.
New subscriber: great video. I've got a solid hickory walking stick almost exactly like yours. I'm going to practice these moves a lot. Would like to see more of these types of videos using a walking stick for defense. Thank you.
@@TheModernDefender thanks for the quick reply... I will definitely look for them, and learn all I can . You are a great teacher, and I'm sure you will get a lot of new subs from just this video alone. Keep up the good works 👍👍👍
I have a walking stick almost identical to the one used for the film, I bought it almost 6 years ago and was wondering if i could use it as a means of self defence if some tried to attack me or attempt to steal my dog when i am out walking on my own, now i know the answer, thank you very much, a very informative video.
Did you need someone to tell you if you have a ruddy great big stick, it can be used to whack somebody? I suggest you watch a Punch and Judy show, the original demonstration of how to whack somebody with a big stick.
Underrated channel, thx for the video. This is for close to mid range right? I feel like the biggest advantage for a bo vs hand to hand or a shorter weapon is reach so I would love to hear your opinion on longer range strikes and blocks
Thank you for the video. Some good thoughts, particularly the very tenet of the video, using the waking stick as a self defense weapon. The third movement befuddles me a bit. Much of the emphasis here is quick, powerful strikes, but the third one, albeit powerful, isn’t nearly as quick as why other two. And, it assumes the person has the shoulder flexibility and their shoulders are not encumbered, i.e wearing a pack or is wearing a jacket or bulky clothes. It seems another good third strike option is to come back with another left jab, so the sequence is like a 3 punch sequence in boxing. The second move, with the right hand, should move the attacker’s attention to that zone opening up the left side of the head or, if both of the attacker’s hands are in a defensive position around their head, a hard liver shot. Just seems like that 1-2-3 combo could be very simple, quick, is a natural and flowing movement. and easy for anyone of any skillset to execute with minimal practice.
Excellent lesson with the walking stick !!!!! New to your channel, and I hope you have great success with this. Due to injuries, and being an "Old Fart"....... I always use a walking stick or cane to get around. I have a staff that I use when I get out to the woods, but I feel sort of out of place if I am around a lot of folks with it. Anyway..... hope this will be helpful.
I’ve used my walking stick many many times to defend myself in the woods, but never against a human being. Mostly it’s been against aggressive dogs. Once I was faced with an angry cow moose who was trying to get at my dog. I didn’t hit her, but used the stick to scare her with the whoosh sound of swinging it. Once when my dog was fighting with a fisher, I gave the big weasel a whack to break up the fight and that worked and once when a black bear was trying to go through me into my chicken coop, I hit him good on the noggin once and tried again, but missed as he backed off. He gave me a look like I still had to put on a flashy show (not as good as yours) to make him decide to leave. I like your video and I suggest also practicing low strikes for the footed attackers.
My staff comes shoulderheight and has a fertile (metal conduit cut to 2" Len. & staffsized to fit inside. Gives some grip that bare wood Does not give. Prevents staffsplinter or crack) like that you point out leg strikes.
After a home burglary here in town where the burgler was chased away with a walking stick, I wanted to watch this old vid again (reminder; attack and the defense technics.) Find this (your) exellent simple😉exercises/instructions to perform and become proficient at👊💪
If you're considering using a walking stick for self defense, look up yari-waza and learn how to use it like a spear. Deflecting or avoiding a swing is much easier than avoiding the end of the staff coming at the center of your chest or face.
The third strike is a little more advanced and would take some practice to get it right. With that said, if you have limited mobility and need a cane to help maintain balance, you may want to also add pepper spray to your list of items you carry with you everyday. It works great on aggressive animals, humans included. I'll post a cane video in the near future. Thanks for your reply.
The 3rd strike looks like it could be messed up by me or inexperienced people. Wouldnt it be safer then just to repeat the first and second strike until the job is done?
@@TheModernDefender Good call but the third strike is well worth learning for the extra power and flexibility of movement it creates. Pensioner empowerment! I'm all for it. There is sound psychology here - if you look capable and able to use the stick as a weapon, the attacker may find another victim. Great video - looking forward to more!
Thanks for this video. After seeing one of your videos, I ordered a 'walking ' stick, wood, in three pieces. In the "How to Use ...' video you start with a 'long' plastic/aluminum stick that you do fancy tricks with. Then you change to a wooden stick which appears to be less than 55". [I do not know your height, however] A 55" stick apopears to be too long for me [ I am an even 6' 0" ]. Amazon displays only three wooden sticks. 45" 55" and 60" +. So that how long should a stick be. It looks like your stick does not quict come up to shoulder level. Wo what are your rocommended parameter: material, diameter, length, weight ... ?? Additionally please recommend a book/pamphlet. I see a few books devoted to Aikido Jo. Thanks for your help.
I have seen a demo of sriking a number of Jo/Bo sticks of various materials and most of the wooden ones crack or splinter. Do you recommend a particular 'hard' wood to avoid those problems?
Great video but I would also say a quick poke in the stomach/midsection area using the stick like a spear would be a good combo finisher with other moves, or when they’re dazed from your other attacks.
What are some of the types of wood that are suitable for this sort of Self-Defence/walking stick? Loved the demonstration by the way! Mike in sunny Florida
@@TheModernDefender I live here in central Florida and would like to find something that grows here, like oak or cypress, etc. Thanks again and stay safe.
I'm not sure of all the hardwood trees that grow in Florida, being from Michigan, But as a tree trimmer the majority of my life and studying the different trees, I find Osage orange, "hedge Apple", to be the strongest wood in North America. The native Americans prized it for its strength.
Yesterday I used my stick offensively on a dog, a big dog. A German shepherd mix was running loose and chasing my kids. I got it to leave my fenced yard and shut the gate but he was trying to jump the 5 foot fence again. I used the bottom of my stick spearing it between the neck and shoulder. It didn’t come back. My forward foot slipped a little on concrete when I speared him. My lesson was to be better grounded and still use as much force as possible.
The walking stick is basically a Jo stock. The origins of the Japanese fighting sticks comes from the Bo being used in battle against the Katana. As it broke or was cut down the Bo went from a Bo, to a Jo to a Han Bo. For hiking the Jo works well. For home and say dog walking the Han Bo is my favorite. Now that they are legal to own and carry again in my state, the nunchucks are the most portable, but that is a discussion for another time
Live in the Philippines rabid dogs are a problem no money for vaccine so a dog scratch and you have to get rabies shot my friend made me a bamboo walking stick with #2 rebar down the center with an epoxy poured down it very solid stick and heavy enough to let a rabid or aggressive dog know your not playing
I think you need to include the use of the point! I would always use the end of my staff as my first strike in such a situation. To the throat, gut, head! Followed by these strikes that are easier to block?!
I understand where you're coming from. I'm working on content that includes striking with the point. However, it is easier to redirect and avoid a point strike than it is a powerful horizontal strike. As far as these strikes being easier to block, I'm not sure I agree with that, but I'll take that into consideration when we release the next video. Thank you for your feedback!
Thanks for your quick response !. I will continue to watch your videos. Staff/Stick length: Is there any benefit[s] for a staff that is larger or smaller than the 52" one you use?
I like it. Nothing fancy or intricate, just pure, practical application.
I like it too, like what Spenser Tracy did to Ernest Borgnine in Bad Day at Black Rock. Nothing fancy, just quick, fast accurate attacks to the soft parts. What I believe WWII commando CQF was, not the fancy jumps that you see in many movies.
we propose all tourists...watch this demonstration...carry walking sticks while walking in London hotspots...during summer 😐
@@oneleggoalie sir do u train in person
@@jerrywrightsoutherncomedia9935 ...yes..sir (back at you)...but in which "person"...we are never certain 😐
Dear Sir,
What should be the length of the walking stick? My height is 5 feet 5 inches. Thank you.
Dear Sir. I have been training in the fighting arts for over 45 years.
I think this is a great video.
Easy to learn for any novice. Yet extremely effective. I also hike between 8 to 12 miles a day in all kinds of turain.
Great job providing people a real life self defense for people.
Keep up the great work as people need realistic self defense options
Thank you, Tim.
So many people / instructors miss the push -pull aspect of a strong staff or sword strike. Well done.
These techniques work, but only if you practice them until you don't have to think about it when you need it.
Yeah. A lot of the movements can also be translated from boxing as well, so if you know how to box, fighting with a stick or bayonet can be done with very similar movements.
True, my first choice is to pull my Gun. Great second choice though.
That is the meaning
@@iamdarkrider4in Canada only the criminals have guns... unfortunately
Yes T.H. Precisely that. Practice, practice, practice, until becomes, second nature. Good for core muscles too.
I'm too old to fight, too young to die, too short to run. That's why I at least 4 defensive weapons with me at all times. More if you count non traditional ones, i.e. car keys, ink pens, belt, etc. Oh and it's amazing when you're walking with a cane how people open the door for you!
Ken Hurley, what are those 4?
I hear you brother. I'm the same.
Use a mini long 600 kg load rated carabiner on your keys. Saved my ass. But the adrenaline dump!!!! After was Damn. Nothing left.
A loaded 36 inch Shillelagh has been my constant companion for 20 years. My Irish grandfather started training me to use it when I was 5. Great tool for certain social interactions...
Lucky person. Is it the regular one or with the filler
Simple. You are a good common sense teacher. Thank You.
I appreciate that!
Excellent self defence aid with walking stick thanks 👍👍👍
when you are waving the wood stick , don't forget to say you shall not pass
Thank you for your video....im a 61 yr old hiker...i always carry a walking stick ever since me and my wife went on a hiking trip back in 2019..but seeing your video about using a walking stick as defense..think a practice on my stick which ive seen on your video...thanks..
Finally someone explains and demonstrates straight forward, transitional striking with a walking stick/cane while using natural progression. Thanks much.
Thanks, Doc! I'm glad you liked it.
Useful demo. That being said, #3 could very well be lethal, and it's important to explain the circumstances in which it could be morally and legally defensible.
Thank you! In the event of a violent encounter, that you didn't start and couldn't escape from, the use of reasonable force to defend yourself is permitted. It really depends on what the attackers intentions were. Since that is almost impossible to fully know in that moment, I believe that the third strike would be justifiable. One important point, as long as you stop striking once the threat has stopped, you should be in the clear. Then get to a safe location and call 911. Thanks again, Chris, for your comment.
would you bother a guy walking with a gun out ?
then why would you fuck around a guy carrying a stick with teeth mark in it !??
i don't think people really understand the invaluableness of it's simplicity.. It's something like this or a similar tactic that would have spared Mollie Tibbets her life....So simple, pure yet effective.....thanks man...
What a great video - the techniques very clearly demonstrated and explained. Many thanks.
The walking stick is a very good weapon. However you can't carry it on a airliner. The only defensive weapon you can carry on an airliner is the Cane. It's so subtle yet effective.
Very true, but you can’t carry a sharpened crook like cane masters. A belt is a good defensive weapon as are your shoes with the laces tied together. A towel is allowed, and all guys have been snapped in gym class. Guys will always hesitate when hearing the towel ‘crack’! One or two tightly rolled magazine from the seat compartment. The tray table comes off easily as do the overhead doors. Why are you caring to brand new sharpened #2 pencils sir? “Well, because a knife goes in and out, where a pencil makes a larger wound cavity when you break it off inside. Ever apply pressure to an open wound that has a sharp foreign object in it? Not very effective huh? Ever use a long sleeve shirt with Hojo Jutsu techniques? The single best weapon you have is a calm mind and lots of prior high stress training.
@@donoberloh Mechanical pencils are interesting, too.
@@donoberloh I am a huge fan of a pencil. My practice centers on taking their eyes...Legal to carry just about anywhere. - Cheers
Excellent choice for mechanical assistance and a practical tool for self-defense. Thank you.
The long stick man's trusty defensive tool for the last 10000 years
" There's nothing like a good piece of
Hickory" Clint Eastwood in Pale Rider!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁🤙🤙🤙🤙
Best line in the movie 🎥
A solid hunk of oak should be just as good👍🏻
Mine happens to be a roughly 6' length, cut from an American hornbeam sapling.
I always carry a sturdy trekking pole with a sharp steel tip when I go for walks, not for stability, but specifically for self defense (along with bear spray & a knife). Came in handy last week against 2 aggressive dogs! I hoped to see some handy techniques here, but my attackers are most likely to be the 4-legged type: moose, dogs, bears, mountain lions. After a recent moose attack in our own yard, I even carry one when I take my dog out for a quick pee! Please add another video with the best moves to defend against large animals.
Will do. Thank you!
Guns are more effective against bears and cougars.
@@mikedasilva5239 If that makes you more comfortable, do it. However, it’s unlikely that you’d have a chance to use a gun to prevent a mountain lion attack. They are highly efficient apex predators and may silently stalk you, unseen, for miles before pouncing. Once one is on you, it’s immediately an intense situation of hand-to-...uh, *mouth* combat, and you’d be lucky to have a second to reach for your gun. Whatever is already in your hand is then your best defense. Mountain lion attacks on humans are rare, anyway. I only included them because we’ve encountered them on the trails and in our yard a number of times -and often hear one screaming near our house- so must always be vigilant. But when you actually *see* one, it’s highly unlikely to be hunting you, just don’t bend over (it makes you look small), or turn your back, and never, *never* run. Most mountain lion attacks are on runners and mountain bikers -the motion triggering their instinct to pursue- children, and people intervening in an attack on their dog. So I no longer trail-run, we only mountain bike mid-day, and we don’t put our dog into risky situations (ie, never let out alone between early evening and mid-morning). Understanding an animal’s behavior, and acting accordingly to *prevent* conflict, is the best defensive strategy.
As for bears, we’ve had many more encounters with them, but have never felt threatened. They rarely attack unless provoked, and we take care to make noise while hiking to avoid startling them. Attentiveness to our surroundings, minimizing things that attract bears to our yard, and bear spray carried in a belt holster for quick access, has been serviceable protection for 40 years of living and playing in bear country.
Moose are another story, and they are responsible for more attacks on humans in Colorado than any other wildlife. They are huge, stupid, can run up to 40 MPH, and are aggressive, often attacking for no apparent reason. Even though we are vigilant, and carefully maintain distance when we see them, we’ve been charged twice in our driveway by moose that unexpectedly emerged from nearby trees. It’s easy to have a moment of inattention when you’re busy doing something around your house, where you may have a false sense of safety. Moose are also a risk where we ski, but we haven’t had a close encounter there so far.
A really effective strike is to the side of the thigh, above the knee, extremely painful, virtually unstoppable, and takes out a complete limb so you can run away and they can't walk for ages.
A good and proper knee to that area works too, no stick needed
I used to be into martial arts myself when i was a little younger and more agile, You make that stick look very effective, Thankyou for showing those moves, ideal in a self defence situation. I have subscribed.
No problem, I appreciate it!
Those strikes may land you in hot waters in the courts (may) --- it all depends if you used the minimum force necessary to stop the attack and didn't wail on the assailant for good measure. I'm from Cali, so they're out of their minds here.
The beginning was a demonstration over the the manipulation and mastery of the staff, but it and of itself does not train you in practical strikes for martial arts or self defense. Knowing where to locate pressure points and learning some good strikes is paramount --- that being said i have an ironwood walking stick, also a hickory which are solid choices. I have a long background in both knife and stick fighting so incorporating a less than lethal aspect to a fighting style is important. Kudos
I agree with others here. Excellent, straight forward. I imagine in a real life situation not much time to react. This is just the ticket!! Thanks!!
Will do for me, I am a solo mountain hiker, henceforth will use this type of hiking stick.Thanks a lot for sharing!
No problem. I'm glad you found it useful.
Practice is everything. The more you practice, the more the moves are ingrained into muscle memory. Then you will instinctively add variants to counter or attack your opponent with out consciously thinking about it. This is a military training technique. One thing to get past. The willingness to injure or kill someone. Even in defence, some people cannot bring themselves to hurt another person. If you can’t come to an understanding with yourself to defend yourself then you can only rely in situational awareness to keep you out of trouble. “Still it’s better to be a swordsman in a garden then a gardener in a war”. Better to know skills and not use them than need them and be defenceless. Good video. Right to the point. Easy to implement.👍
Well done. I always think of the possibilities while taking walks. I also always take my walking stick. Now I know how to use it. Ty
Check out Cane Self Defense--Very similar but with a cane.
Sorry, this was meant for San Lewy
Those three strikes look very effective
Great video, well explained without the adolescent testosterone of most self-defense videos I see on here. My opinion, the other person is quite done after that 2nd blow but you gotta make sure so... One thing I would've loved to see is a demonstration of you putting those three blows on target as quickly as you can. Subscribed. Thanks again.
Great advice! One, two, three and you shouldn't even have to run away.
Thanking you,i use a walking stick and being female I feel vulnerable and a target especially now around the world attacks are frequent ,I'm a Shaman living in the u.k. when using my shamanic tools which I have no choice but to use in parks and fields and in the u.k. there is nowhere where you can be totally alone ,people have grabbed me ,thrown bottles well been quite hostile to myself so I feel I need basic training not to harm but protect myself and my drum,I refuse to let others dictate what I should and should not do ,I even go into bushes or a small group of trees to try and stay clear of people but they seem to follow my drum beat and harass myself. We also live in a world where violence will rise ,I do not wish to hurt or harm,could you please maybe consider a video where people can possibly use tactics to scare away attackers rather than have to use weapons,I live in the u.k. and our laws are different, we also do not have weapons of any kind as it is against the law ,we actually have nothing not even pepper spray and a person can get into much trouble even to defend themselves ,I not only have a bad hip but trapped nerves in both arms which makes them weak I do feel safe with my walking stick though. Thank you a very well explained video and easy to follow your instructions that can be practiced upon.
What a great teacher!
Excellent techniques of striking the opponent. Thank you
Love it great video and tutorial,plus I would recommend carrying a walking stick any time you're going into the woods or on a walk.It's great for poking ahead into brush and deep bush,for balance,and anyone who sees you automatically thinks twice about attacking.It really can mean the difference between being targeted as a victim,or an attacker moving on to look for an easier victim.
Like the no nonsense approach. Thanks for the video!
Awesome tips. Nice and simple. Ill be trying these out!!!!
Great Weapon..In the UK Firearms are Light..If You Can Connect with a Staff its an Enlightening Experience..You Can Silk Reel..Qigong & Mediation are Important..I Study Internal Martial Arts..Great Wee Vid
Good video, short and to the point. I've made several good staffs out of Osage orange and black locust. They are sanded smooth and sealed with boiled linseed oil or hard wax oil. Only used one once to defend myself and that was a dog attack, not a human.
How did that work out for you?
@@michaelzimmerman8959 well, op is still here, so I'd say well enough.
I love how he allows time on he target to transfer the energy! Mass moves mass!That’s a beautiful stick.
Instant subscribe!!
Thanks, Johnny!
These are great defensive tactics. Thanks. I have to say that I do like the HEMA traditional quarterstaff, which comes up to about the middle of one's head, or a bit taller. Also, for wood, in North America ash or hickory are very good.
You're welcome. I'll check out that HEMA quarterstaff
Dont forget beech and maple.
Ironwood makes a nice jo as well
Many Thanks Sir, Very Practical very helpful!
Nice, basic work. Many thanks.
awesome practical video, keep them coming
excellent explaining sir👍 4:56 love it😁
Hello. Wonderful video! I wonder if perhaps you could produce a similar training video using a standard hooked cane? Thank you.
"Stick around.". I can't believe no one else caught that excellent pun.
You did. Thanks
It is very useful. Thank you!
Wonderful, works on non resisting non moving and non fighting back opponent, not like anyone would after a first strike grab it in center kick you in your "spear" and then your weapon is also his weapon.
Thank you! I hike with a stick (bad knee) and have been looking for ways to reduce my vulnerability.
Nice and simple, well presented, thank you
Thank you!
Enjoyed the video, 69 years old reasonably good health, had a friend build me a walking cane a few years back for the what ifs i carry open or concealed most everywhere but the cane is already in my hand if needed. He had a left over length of cocobola too small for knife handles just right for a cane very dense strong wood. I feel much more comfortable with it in hand.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!
Nice. I like. Plain and simple practical. Most just shows of with their useless spinning and choreography. Thanks
@The Modern Defender;
Great video! Short and to the point. Thank you!
Due to some severe sciatica, I now have to use either a walking cane or walking stick to get around effectively.
Several folks here have asked for a video showing how to use a cane for self defense and I am just one more to add to that list. :-).
BTW- I subbed too! Keep up your teaching us! Especially nowadays with everything out there going sideways.
Thanks! I'm putting together a cane video. Should be ready soon!
Very cool, well explained and nicely demonstrated. I would have liked for you to talk about the footwork in a bit more detail since that is what steers the body in the right directions. I will practice your 3 basic strikes on a dummy until the footwork and stick movements become second nature.
New subscriber: great video.
I've got a solid hickory walking stick almost exactly like yours.
I'm going to practice these moves a lot.
Would like to see more of these types of videos using a walking stick for defense.
Thank you.
There are several more on my channel. Thank you!!
@@TheModernDefender thanks for the quick reply...
I will definitely look for them, and learn all I can .
You are a great teacher, and I'm sure you will get a lot of new subs from just this video alone.
Keep up the good works 👍👍👍
@@truetexan7755 Thank you, Tex!
New sub here. I have a Brassos Walking Stick for support and defense. Thank you for sharing and be safe.
Same to you. Thanks
I have a walking stick almost identical to the one used for the film, I bought it almost 6 years ago and was wondering if i could use it as a means of self defence if some tried to attack me or attempt to steal my dog when i am out walking on my own, now i know the answer, thank you very much, a very informative video.
Did you need someone to tell you if you have a ruddy great big stick, it can be used to whack somebody? I suggest you watch a Punch and Judy show, the original demonstration of how to whack somebody with a big stick.
@@philldavies7940 Terence .
Quick and easy..thnx
You're welcome!
Good techniques. I especially like the getting off the center line.
Underrated channel, thx for the video. This is for close to mid range right? I feel like the biggest advantage for a bo vs hand to hand or a shorter weapon is reach so I would love to hear your opinion on longer range strikes and blocks
Awesome ! Thanks for Sharing !
Good information for all
That third strike is lethal if you hit the throat!
Walk softly and carry a big stick is good advice. I walk stickly and carry a big gun!
The quote is "talk" softly.
@@agnostic47 potato, pototo
@@agnostic47 I know what the original quote was! It was a play on words! I know it's hard but try and keep up!
@@michaelzimmerman8959 more like "potato, carrot".
So true, except you might look silly using a long hiking stick in an elevator.
looks practical and to the point thanks
That Sir, was very useful. Thank you.
Thank you for the video. Some good thoughts, particularly the very tenet of the video, using the waking stick as a self defense weapon.
The third movement befuddles me a bit. Much of the emphasis here is quick, powerful strikes, but the third one, albeit powerful, isn’t nearly as quick as why other two. And, it assumes the person has the shoulder flexibility and their shoulders are not encumbered, i.e wearing a pack or is wearing a jacket or bulky clothes. It seems another good third strike option is to come back with another left jab, so the sequence is like a 3 punch sequence in boxing. The second move, with the right hand, should move the attacker’s attention to that zone opening up the left side of the head or, if both of the attacker’s hands are in a defensive position around their head, a hard liver shot.
Just seems like that 1-2-3 combo could be very simple, quick, is a natural and flowing movement. and easy for anyone of any skillset to execute with minimal practice.
Modify and adapt to your own abilities. Do what works for you.
Excellent lesson with the walking stick !!!!! New to your channel, and I hope you have great success with this. Due to injuries, and being an
"Old Fart"....... I always use a walking stick or cane to get around. I have a staff that I use when I get out to the woods, but I feel sort of out of place if I am around a lot of folks with it. Anyway..... hope this will be helpful.
Excellent advice - much appreciated! I have subscribed...
No problem! I'm glad you liked it.
That I really like! Thanks for the video! Just subscribed.
Good video lots of good information
Excellent video. I'd like to get a walking stick like yours. What wood do you recommend? Is there a good brand that you recommend?
Good information!
Very helpful thanks 👍
I’m glad you found this helpful. Thanks for the comment.
I’ve used my walking stick many many times to defend myself in the woods, but never against a human being. Mostly it’s been against aggressive dogs. Once I was faced with an angry cow moose who was trying to get at my dog. I didn’t hit her, but used the stick to scare her with the whoosh sound of swinging it. Once when my dog was fighting with a fisher, I gave the big weasel a whack to break up the fight and that worked and once when a black bear was trying to go through me into my chicken coop, I hit him good on the noggin once and tried again, but missed as he backed off. He gave me a look like I still had to put on a flashy show (not as good as yours) to make him decide to leave. I like your video and I suggest also practicing low strikes for the footed attackers.
Like your technique , also a fun way to gain strength & fitness .
My staff comes shoulderheight and has a fertile (metal conduit cut to 2" Len. & staffsized to fit inside. Gives some grip that bare wood Does not give. Prevents staffsplinter or crack) like that you point out leg strikes.
After a home burglary here in town where the burgler was chased away with a walking stick, I wanted to watch this old vid again (reminder; attack and the defense technics.) Find this (your) exellent simple😉exercises/instructions to perform and become proficient at👊💪
Thank you
When he whacked the stump it kinda sounded like a tennis racket. Also thanks for making this, if I end up hiking I'll remember this
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!
this was very help full spatially in protesting please set more lesson with walking stick thanks for video
I like the 'parting shot'.
Thank you!
If you're considering using a walking stick for self defense, look up yari-waza and learn how to use it like a spear. Deflecting or avoiding a swing is much easier than avoiding the end of the staff coming at the center of your chest or face.
I just discovered your channel. Great stuff! New sub!
Thanks. I don't get 3rd strike. What about cane which I use to help get around but also want to know how to defend against attacking folks/ dogs.
The third strike is a little more advanced and would take some practice to get it right. With that said, if you have limited mobility and need a cane to help maintain balance, you may want to also add pepper spray to your list of items you carry with you everyday. It works great on aggressive animals, humans included. I'll post a cane video in the near future. Thanks for your reply.
@@TheModernDefender Check out Cane Self Defense. Same kinda thing, but with a cane.
Thank you, very real & practice.
Really good video. I will subscribe. I'm old but still a warrior .
Thank you!
Do you carve your own walking sticks? And if so what types of wood do you recommend? Thanks.
The 3rd strike looks like it could be messed up by me or inexperienced people. Wouldnt it be safer then just to repeat the first and second strike until the job is done?
Absolutely!! Do what works for you. No need to complicate things.
@@TheModernDefender Good call but the third strike is well worth learning for the extra power and flexibility of movement it creates. Pensioner empowerment! I'm all for it. There is sound psychology here - if you look capable and able to use the stick as a weapon, the attacker may find another victim. Great video - looking forward to more!
All about practicing. Make it muscle memory. Military uses this to train instinctive moves into soldiers. Just keep at it.
I carry a Ruger 45. Haven't had to use it yet, but I feel that it is more than adequate.
I can’t find a single person who asked
Good work friend
Thank you!
Thanks for this video. After seeing one of your videos, I ordered a 'walking ' stick, wood, in three pieces. In the "How to Use ...' video you start with a 'long' plastic/aluminum stick that you do fancy tricks with. Then you change to a wooden stick which appears to be less than 55". [I do not know your height, however] A 55" stick apopears to be too long for me [ I am an even 6' 0" ]. Amazon displays only three wooden sticks. 45" 55" and 60" +. So that how long should a stick be. It looks like your stick does not quict come up to shoulder level. Wo what are your rocommended parameter: material, diameter, length, weight ... ?? Additionally please recommend a book/pamphlet. I see a few books devoted to Aikido Jo. Thanks for your help.
So the walking stick is 52 inches. The stick in spinning around in the beginning is a competition bo staff. It's wood with a shiny film over it.
I have seen a demo of sriking a number of Jo/Bo sticks of various materials and most of the wooden ones crack or splinter. Do you recommend a particular 'hard' wood to avoid those problems?
Great video but I would also say a quick poke in the stomach/midsection area using the stick like a spear would be a good combo finisher with other moves, or when they’re dazed from your other attacks.
Thank you!
What are some of the types of wood that are suitable for this sort of Self-Defence/walking stick? Loved the demonstration by the way! Mike in sunny Florida
Hickory is my favorite
@@TheModernDefender I live here in central Florida and would like to find something that grows here, like oak or cypress, etc. Thanks again and stay safe.
I'm not sure of all the hardwood trees that grow in Florida, being from Michigan, But as a tree trimmer the majority of my life and studying the different trees, I find Osage orange, "hedge Apple", to be the strongest wood in North America. The native Americans prized it for its strength.
Yesterday I used my stick offensively on a dog, a big dog. A German shepherd mix was running loose and chasing my kids. I got it to leave my fenced yard and shut the gate but he was trying to jump the 5 foot fence again. I used the bottom of my stick spearing it between the neck and shoulder. It didn’t come back.
My forward foot slipped a little on concrete when I speared him. My lesson was to be better grounded and still use as much force as possible.
The walking stick is basically a Jo stock. The origins of the Japanese fighting sticks comes from the Bo being used in battle against the Katana. As it broke or was cut down the Bo went from a Bo, to a Jo to a Han Bo. For hiking the Jo works well. For home and say dog walking the Han Bo is my favorite. Now that they are legal to own and carry again in my state, the nunchucks are the most portable, but that is a discussion for another time
Why no mention of jabbing with the end of the cane, similar to a bayonet strike? Difficult to block and hugely damaging to the head area.
Good call - you can get your weight behind a thrust like that and the end will produce more damaging energy per area of stick (the end)
easier to defend against
@@matoko123 Are you saying that it’s easier to defend against a linear strike?
@@billt1954 I think it's easier to step to the side and avoid a jab than to avoid a swinging blow. I must admit I've not put it to the test.
@@matoko123 Me neither mate. Let’s hope we never have to.👍
Live in the Philippines rabid dogs are a problem no money for vaccine so a dog scratch and you have to get rabies shot my friend made me a bamboo walking stick with #2 rebar down the center with an epoxy poured down it very solid stick and heavy enough to let a rabid or aggressive dog know your not playing
Where do I get one of those walking sticks like the one you are using?
I think you need to include the use of the point! I would always use the end of my staff as my first strike in such a situation. To the throat, gut, head! Followed by these strikes that are easier to block?!
I understand where you're coming from. I'm working on content that includes striking with the point. However, it is easier to redirect and avoid a point strike than it is a powerful horizontal strike. As far as these strikes being easier to block, I'm not sure I agree with that, but I'll take that into consideration when we release the next video. Thank you for your feedback!
Thanks for your quick response !. I will continue to watch your videos. Staff/Stick length: Is there any benefit[s] for a staff that is larger or smaller than the 52" one you use?
Not really, its just what you're comfortable with. Mid chest is a good length for a walking stick.
Great video!