Overlapping Zones
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At first each striking zone is explored as a separate concept, however our student quickly discovers that some attacking angles may contain the characteristics of multiple zones.
Rather than set hard & fast rules as to how such attacks should be defended, it is much more effective to understand that all striking zones overlap each other, and the manner of defence in such cases is chosen by the defender according to their situation.
To put it another way, an incoming attack to the right side of your body may be treated either like a high Zone Four, or a lower Zone Two strike. A stab or thrust from an difficult, unexpected angle may potentially be defended according to Zones One-Four, rather than the usual Zone Five defences.
Initially this concept may create confusion in a beginner, however as they become more comfortable with a range of attacks within each zone, the concept begins to generate freedom of movement. The student becomes free to choose the best defensive option for their strategic goal.
Read more about the characteristics of the individual Striking Zones below;
- More about zone one
- More about zone two
- More about zone three
- More about zone four
- More about zone five
All striking zones and their overlapping areas form part of the Basic Box Theory which you can learn more about in other parts of this site.
