The concept of redirecting and entering is a simple one, yet more difficult to execute. The idea is not to let the person threatening you grab you or make contact with a punch.
Shoulder Grab
The classic movement we covered in class is the two arm shoulder grab. This is when the attacker moves in and grabs you by the shoulders. This is dangerous because they now have control of you and can inflict harm via striking or kicking.
The idea behind redirecting is simply to bring your arms up in an outside blocking motion, making contact with your fists or forearms on your attackers mid forearms. You strike hard enough, so that the arms move outward, thus staying away from your shoulders.
Entering, you can pull down on the attackers arms and move in for a knee strike.
A Punch
As the attacker starts to throw a punch at you, use your feet to pivot to the side while you are slapping at the punching hand. (More advanced is to use an inside block and hammer the attacker forearm.)
Maintain contact with the punch hand pushing it across the front of the attackers body.
Entering, move forward as you keep pressure on the arm and kick to the knees or strike to the head of the attacker.
The concept of redirecting and entering is a very core principle that can be used in many different attacking situations. We just covered a couple in class that you can use as a beginner.
What If You Panic?
It is very common for beginner students to struggle with the timing of techniques in the beginning. It takes a lot of repetition and practice, before your body will start to act more instinctively.
If you are attacked on the street (and you can't escape) and you forgot what to do with regards to redirecting and entering; just throw your hands up to cover your head and move into the attackers chest. The attacker will usually miss the punch to your head and you will be close enough to strike or elbow to the head.
Sensei Chris Feldt
Samurai Karate Studio
Columbia, SC 29229
803-462-9425
samuraikaratestudio@gmail.com
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