Comments on: Sidekick Strategy; Is it still Relevant?

By: John W. Zimmer

John W. Zimmer — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 20:53:49 +0000

Erno and Shane – agreed!

Theodore!

It sounds kind of simplistic but the best way to throw a side kick is the way it connects.

As far as a front leg side kick (I kind of use is like a jab) – the front snap is as fast as the side kick but both are faster than a back leg kick of any kind.

I use the front leg “roundhouse” called a flip kick. It is a fast, timed and as the name states – gets part of its power by flipping ones hip into the groin or head. In the street the target would always be the groin.

As far as insight… look up Joe Lewis and the slip kick (throwing the side kick with the front leg by isolating the body movement – starting with the foot and letting the body flow into the movement after the initial start.

Anyway Joe Lewis was pretty much unmatched in his ability to connect with the side kick… he learned the initial movement from Bruce Lee… one of Master Lee’s legacies.

Good luck Theodore… remember it is not the style but the man (or woman)…

By: Theodore Kruczek

Theodore Kruczek — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 06:40:28 +0000

Very interesting post (the story sounded like something you would see in an 80s Karate movie, but I imagine it looked a lot less 80s like lol).

Do you have any thoughts on the “proper” way to throw a sidekick? I have found that the front kick and roundhouse are far more practical in a brawl situation (especially if the other guys has some idea about what he is doing). The way I am currently doing them, they are both always faster than a sidekick. Is that still the case with you? Or do you have some insight on how to make the sidekick more effective (other than simple being a more powerful kick). Thanks for your thoughts and this great post.

By: Shane Gabriel

Shane Gabriel — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 07:23:27 +0000

I’m still using my sidekick… and its effective… The best way to throw your sidekick is doing this combination… Job, Straight, fake run-house kick, then the foot you used your kick is the one you throw your side kick with a little push…
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By: Erno

Erno — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:02:07 +0000

Agree with the caution when throwing the side kick. You can loose the balance very easily..

By: Matt Klein

Matt Klein — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 01:18:27 +0000

Hi Dave, Look forward to seeing the recap and photos. The Joe Lewis moves have added a lot to my game. Wish I could attend the Gathering. Long way from home.
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By: John W. Zimmer

John W. Zimmer — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:07:05 +0000

Hey Dave!

I spoke to Todd today and he mentioned you two were giving a seminar at the Gathering of Eagles, 2011! I’d be glad to give an overview post with your recap and photos!

I really enjoyed the Gathering of Eagles 2009 in Chicago and all of the seminars.

By: David Hays

David Hays — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:19:30 +0000

Hey John,

Todd and I will be doing a seminar this weekend at Al Tracy’s Gathering of Eagles in Las Vegas. The seminar will cover the basics of the Joe Lewis stuff we have used forever. I will send you a recap and get some photos for you.

I did not know how to post a new comment on your site so just did it here.

David