Self-Defence (Hosin Sul): How to release from a grab (Jappyosul Tae): While standing: Defense from a choke hold

September 11, 2023

Self-Defence (Hosin Sul): How to release from a grab (Jappyosul Tae): While standing: Defense from a choke hold

“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: Defense from a choke hold

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

Method 1

X: With both hands grab Y’s throat in a choke hold from the front.
Y: With the right hand grab the right wrist of X, while with the left hand grab the elbow of X.
Y: Move the left foot forward, while both hands twist X’s right hand in a clockwise direction. X will bend down and the choke will be released. The bent right wrist of X is held in the right hand, while the left hand palm presses the right elbow joint of X.
Y: More bending of X’s wrist may break the wrist, and more pressing of X’s elbow may break the elbow joint.

Method 2

X: With both hands grab Y’s throat in a choke hold from the front.
Y: With a twin thumb, perform an inward thrust to the floating ribs of X. The choke will be released.
Y: Move the right leg to the rear, while twisting the body clockwise.
Y: With the right ball of foot perform a dodging reverse turning kick, while flying away from X.

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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