Comments on: Martial Arts Demonstration in Midleton

By: Extremitas

Extremitas — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:01:52 +0000

Incorrect Technique during breaks can cause alot of damage to your body. Speaking from experience, I have seen shattered knuckles, broken wrists and broken elbows.

Teach Tommy to break properly… alright?

By: KatanaDave

KatanaDave — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:04:18 +0000

For the sake of the successful demonstration as seen on the faces of the spectators, let us applaud Tommy for a job well done – he has successfully broken the board, which is what the demonstration was all about, I believe. And although he may still have a lot more to learn, being new to this breaking thing, he has nevertheless tried his best. Of course, the wisdom and advice of the old-timers are always appreciated.

Cheers!

By: anthony

anthony — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:14:16 +0000

his name is tommy a good student. this was his first demo and his first time breaking.
he did a great job

By: Marc Grino

Marc Grino — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:35:35 +0000

He broke the board and this is what his intention was.
After all, it is a demonstration.

From a practical fighting standpoint, practicing striking with your
mouth open may leave you vulnerable to a broken jaw.

Also, dropping the guard after punching leaves one vulnerable.

In all fairness, this was a demonstration and the kids look like
they are having a memorable moment.

By: Donncha

Donncha — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 15:58:01 +0000

Well Grasshopper, I don’t know who the guy in the photos is but I’m sure he’ll appreciate your wisdom

By: Robert

Robert — Sat, 01 Oct 2005 12:59:23 +0000

Technique is poor, look at knuckle near thumb sticking out, will break if he hits this way. Look at how he cocks his punch backwards telegraphing Suckers punch? Also, look at how punch finishes in circular motion. Breaking boards or bricks is meant to blast thru the target in straight line and focus past the object. His belt & execution of technique indicates his lack of experience. Room for improvement is key and ability to accept constructive critism. OK Grasshopper?

Robert Reuter, BS
Black Belt Karate age 16
Black Belt TKD age 19
Brown Belt Aikido