The Unified Theory of Fighting - 5 Basic Principles | Effective Martial Arts
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- Опубліковано 13 лип 2024
- This is arguably our most important video to date. Understanding these basic principles will provide you with a conceptual framework to better identify the essence of all the techniques in martial arts and self-defense. These principles apply to one-on-one fighting, one against many, as well as many against many, otherwise known as warfare. If you understand these concepts, you will progress faster, you can ultimately create your own techniques, and you will be able to adapt your approach depending on the situation. Techniques can fail, principles always prevail. Enjoy, and please comment below!
Table of Contents
Introduction: 0:00.
1. Control, the ultimate goal of fighting: 1:22.
2. Access, the prerequisite for control: 4:21.
3. Stability, the dynamic use of posture, structure, and base: 7:49.
4. Efficiency, the importance of conserving energy: 13:01.
5. Tactics, the appropriate use of offense and defense: 17:32.
Recap: 25:24.
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Created by Patrick Fulop, shot by Jeremy Antonio.
I was really proud of this video when it came out. Had never seen these principles organized and discussed in such a way before. But in hindsight, I realize perhaps it was somewhat lacking in practical applications and demonstrations, such as sparring footage. So here is a more recent video detailing how these principles apply in the grappling range, illustrated by lots of sparring and drilling footage:
The 5 Basic Principles of Grappling
ua-cam.com/video/B1i2VF3rjYY/v-deo.html
We will be sharing a Striking and Wrestling version in the upcoming months!
Enjoy 🙏
- Patrick
Your content is amazing!
you have a good idea of what fighting consists of. always remember that some people are able to visualize and hear very well so you could think they are at 50 % yet they are at 150% as they have read your eyes and know what your after and can make the 50% position into a trap (to me and everyone, I make mental notes XD) most of what you've taught I learnt In karate so that's also pretty neat. the grappling however was lacking in my lessons so this is a good lesson for me here. can definilty tell you've sparred alot. another thing my teacher taught me was to make sure you focus on eye contact becuase if your not looking where your attacking and able to read what they are going to do just by thier eyes then you not only read them but keep them from reading you. its like a poker face for combat and it messes with them. I've added mutuy knees into my martial art to allow for less contractions, definily important for energy saving for the right moments like you wre saying.
Wow now this is how every begginer video series should start
Thanks for your comment Ignacio, we aim to help our students understand and progress as fast as possible right from the start. - Patrick
Again, massively underrated channel.
Thanks, man!
Well done. Your grasp of theory, your framework and the style in which It is explained are excellent! Thanks for taking the time to share and keep up the great work!
My pleasure W Land! And thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. Lots more to come :)
- Patrick
Very basic and insightful, working advice not just a theory.
Thanks, imagevisdom! Still working on making our system better! - Patrick
Bravissimi. Istruzioni utilissime per chi pratica. Grazie.
Grazie mille! - Patrick
I think a conceptual understanding of fighting allows you to change the techniques you learn according to the situation and still be effective. I also thinks it helps by serving as a languague to explain to oneself or others why something works or doesn't, and how it can be improved. Therefore I find the conceptual understanding very important to be able to adapt and improve. Great video : )
Thanks for the great comment, Shinwoo K! Working on some more good content featuring principle-based instruction for you guys :)
- Patrick
I like the part where you explain the importance of being relaxed . Very very good advice . I like your channel a lot :)
Thanks!
Very good insights. Thank you.
I love how realistic and sensible the entire lesson is, I came to learn this because of a book I'm writing, each of the five principles just made directing my fight scenes easier. Each fight had a purpose but failed to express that purpose but now I can look at it from an individual perspective and honestly I'm impressed on how easier it became. Thanks a lot
It's our pleasure, Anime Noob Zero! Glad we could help, and good luck with the book!
Very good tutorial on self defense awareness, which most people these days have no clue to be balanced mentally and physically, so it's easy to be negative about the real way to survive in realistic situations. Great job, keep being the light for truth. GOD BLESS..
Thanks for the kind words, Anton Davis. Much more good stuff to come! - Patrick
This is one of the most important videos for people to learn from. It's an absolute tragedy this video has a shocking low view count of 5800. This video needs to be seen by every one. I wish I could get this video broadcasted to the masses. Thank you so much for such an informative video. Wish there were many more videos on youtube like this.
Thank you so much for the kind words, Zachary! We haven't really started promoting our channel yet, but we got some exciting stuff coming up, and much more quality content like this in the works. Thanks for watching! - Patrick
Understanding this is such a game-changer and so useful. And thankfully you explained it fantastically.
Thanks, Cachor, glad you like it. I believe every situation and technique can be explained using these principles. More content about this coming up in the future! - Patrick
Most descriptive vids you make outta all other vids, great job best channel
Thanks Brian, glad you like our content! Much more good stuff to come!
- Patrick
Thank you lady and gentlemen!
My pleasure, glad you enjoyed the content! - Patrick
You deserve more subscribers and views
Thanks, Judith!
I agree... working on it 😉
- Patrick
Excellent 👍
This is till now the best I saw. Clear and Compact, ready to use. Started Krav Maga 2 years ago and many things I didnt knew not yet. Thank you very much
Pleasure! Thanks for the comment, Dominique! - Patrick
Principles of Fighting
1. Control
- Achieved when opponent has less control (physical, mental) than you.
- Intimidate/taunt to provoke them.
- Take them to the ground. (Being on the ground sacrifices control on mobility.)
2. Access
- Achieved when facing upfront, since you have sight and range of your opponent.
- Get to the opponent's back. (Ever seen a person with eyes on the back of their heads?)
3. Stability
- Achieved when proper posture is observed: wide space and proper spine alignment.
- Strike the feet or the head.
4. Efficiency
- Achieved when least amount of resource is used to execute actions.
- Practice moves and stay fit before the fight. Make the least muscle contractions during the fight.
5. Tactic
- Refers to either offense or defense in a fight.
- Consider tactical retreats after a blow.
Thanks for the summary! Good job :)
Great tips well explained as well as the great details. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks, dina samy!
Cool martial arts instructor VERY COOL! For more than a year just less than 5,000 views. People are missing the important aspects of fighting!
Thanks for your kind comment, Great Asian! We're just getting started... - Patrick
Wow I learn some stuff really excellent
Glad you like it, alethia li! More good stuff to come :)
- Patrick
Nice, mostly for methodology and angles.I would emphasize distance, angles, timing, and levels of efficiency. Best regards. 68
You talk so well !
Thanks, Diana Diana!
- Patrick
Excellent breakdown
Thanks, Michael! Will expand on these concepts in future videos. Thanks for watching! - Patrick
@@EffectiveMartialArts Awesome
Great
Thanks! Check out this more recent video to see how these techniques apply in more detail for the Grappling range, with cool demonstrations!
The 5 Basic Principles of Grappling: ua-cam.com/video/B1i2VF3rjYY/v-deo.html
Enjoy!
- Patrick
👍👍👍
Excellent video! (I was secretly hoping the dummy would at least get a kick in the face)
Thanks!
Very good. Did you make this up or read it in a book somewhere. Either way well done good video I really liked it.
Thanks! Developped this structure myself, although I've heard many similar concepts being taught by various martial artists and coaches.
You teach well
Thanks!
Facts : 🥊💥
Word.
What about defending from takedowns in a clinch in a streetfight?
Submissons like armbar would be nice too.
Thanks for the suggestions, dome boss. Check out our double leg takedown video: ua-cam.com/video/Jsjv86Llwp0/v-deo.html, as well as our clinch escapes video: ua-cam.com/video/oYJoGu2n-Z4/v-deo.html. Will cover the armbar variations and many other submissions in the future. Thanks for watching!
- Patrick
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Can one do these on a rough pavement?
Sir, please make videos
Working on it, Anand Ovhal :)
- Patrick
So the figthing stance y use its the same used in sanda ?
Pretty close, with some minor differences. But please keep in mind that you have a certain degree of flexibility when it comes to how you place your body in a fight, and certain adjustments will favor certain attacks. As long as you meet the basic requirements of maintaining stability & mobility, while minimizing openings and being able to quickly transition to the most common defensive and offensive moves. Hope this helps. - Patrick
@@EffectiveMartialArts thanks i kick better with my legs more close and i punch better with my legs litte apart .. I think in a figth we can combine bout stances for better performance
6:52 - sliiiiiick back take
Yup! Cartwheel to the back ;)
Is the point actually to take something down?
Basics is the only very reliable technique. Not saying its a technique with the name 'basic' but that in nature, combat is base for survival, even if its running or pursuing, even if its escaping and hunting, evolution uses physics rather than complex technique. We humans complicate things a lot by just thinking, therefore slowing our reflexes.
Be confident, but adaptable.
Good point, Qcstoned. Basics should definitely be mastered first, and constantly sharpened, but it is possible to acquire more refined reflexes in each situation through study and practice, which will offer a distinct advantage in a fight. Thanks for your comment!
- Patrick
What is the red belt what discipline
Good question, Brian. I actually created my own system, called Effective Martial Arts, which is a combination of Boxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Judo and BJJ; basically all the disciplines of MMA, with a bit of influence from Kung Fu and Krav Maga. The red belt is above the black, for those who want to operate their own school. Hope this helps! - Patrick
@@EffectiveMartialArts nice . keep up the great work
Three unclutured feminists dislike this video.
Lol
mobility is missing
I do mention it briefly within the context of access at 5:49, but indeed the concept of mobility should be expanded upon. Will do so when we get to our upcoming video on how these principles apply to Striking specifically. Meantime, check out this more recent video on the 5 Principles applied to Grappling illustrated with more sparring footage!
ua-cam.com/video/B1i2VF3rjYY/v-deo.html
Enjoy, and please let us know your thoughts!
Thanks for the comment 🙏
- Patrick, EMA
what a cool girl.... hahahahah
mooch shoom lol
Indeed!
Ya she is good
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i didnt understand much of ANYTHING in this
I see. Perhaps this video was a bit too theoretical. Check out this more recent video on how these principles apply specifically in the grappling range, with lots of sparring and live drilling footage to better illustrate:
The 5 Principles of Grappling
ua-cam.com/video/B1i2VF3rjYY/v-deo.html
Please let me know your thoughts on that one!
Thanks 🙏
- Patrick
@@EffectiveMartialArts ok thank you