COMBAT JUDO: THE CROSS HOCK TAKEDOWN

CROSS HOCK TAKEDOWN 1971 US ARMY FM 21-150

One of the most glaring differences between the sport judo and Combat Judo (the use of judo in the military for combat) is the striking element. In sport the only way to off balance you opponent is thru grappling, pushing and pulling to off balance him to set up the throw. In military field manuals strikes precede all throws or takedowns. The strikes serve either to off balance the opponent or stun him in turn setting up the takedown...…..CLICK TO CONTINUE