Self-Defence (Hosin Sul): How to release from a grab (Jappyosul Tae): While standing: When the waist is being held from the front

September 19, 2023

Self-Defence (Hosin Sul): How to release from a grab (Jappyosul Tae): While standing: When the waist is being held from the front

“Releasing is performed in three different ways: either by a direct attack to a vulnerable or vital spot, breaking the joint of the attacking hand or arm, or by a logical releasing motion which is usually accompanied by a counter attack.” – Gen. Choi Hong Hi (Vol.5. p.278)

“The defender must know how to make use of his or her opponent’s momentum and force, while utilizing his or her dynamic and reflexive actions against momentarily undefended target.” – Gen. Choi Hong Hi (Vol.5. p.278)

While standing: When the waist is being held from the front

X (attacker), Y (defender). The roles of X and Y can be reversed so that both practitioners can practice all movements.

Method 1

X: Bend forward from the waist, and with both hands hold the waist of Y, from front of Y
Y: Move the right foot to the rear and form a left walking stance, while the right straight elbow performs a downward thrust to the small of the back of X. The hold of X will be released.

Method 2

X: Bend forward from the waist, and with both hands hold the waist of Y, from front of Y
Y: With the right forefinger, press the left post auricular of X, and with the left palm push the body of X, while twisting clockwise by moving the left foot forward. The hold of X will be released.

Method 3

X: Bend forward from the waist, and with both hands hold the waist of Y, from front of Y
Y: With the right hand grab X’s left fingers, and place the left palm on X’s right elbow.
Y: Raise the right hand and pull X’s left fingers upwards, and push X’s elbow downwards, while turning counter-clockwise. The hold of X will be released.

Taekwon-Do is a practical art; hence it can be learnt only from an instructor. Words, diagrams and videos can help only as a reference, and they cannot replace an instructor. Expert practical guidance from an instructor is invaluable.

“Certainly the most important asset any training hall can have is a good instructor. There is no substitute for a well-trained, intelligent, perceptive and patient instructor.” – Gen. Choi Hong Hi (Vol.6, p.17).

REFERENCE:

Choi, H. H. (1985). Encyclopedia of Taekwon-Do (Vols. 1–15). Vienna: International Taekwon-Do Federation.

Also see:

Self-Defence Techniques (Hosin Sul): An Introduction

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