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

September 21, 2023

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

“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 side

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 the left side of Y
Y: With the left foot heel perform a back snap kick to the groin 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 the left side of Y
Y: Move the left foot behind X’s right foot, while with the right hand grab X’s right hand, and with the left hand grab the back shirt of X.
Y: With the left knee, push forward the fossa (behind knee) of X’s right leg, while with the left hand pull the back shirt of X towards the behind. This opposite motion will disbalance X and X will fall.
Y: With the left side sole, perform a stamping kick on X.

Note: The position of legs and arms will be reversed if X holds the waist from the right side of Y. Both sides may be practiced.

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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