The Self Defense Techniques in our Kenpo Syllabus are just Examples and a point of reference to "possible" responses within the Web of Knowledge, that are used in our training.
There are many functional uses/purposes for these examples. First off, the "INITIAL" purpose is to develop COORDINATION, for without that... application is limited. Followed by many, many other uses ideas on 'how to', awareness to; basics, strategy, environmental conditions, targets, natural weapon development, anatomical awareness {yours & opponents}, guiding principles & concepts, the 3 phases... Ideal, What if & Formulation.
These Kenponents and more, form the architecture and development of the technique drills in our "System". However we MUST recognize that the specific individual technique sequences ARE "Attack Specific". They were created with specific attack and defense responses in mind. Knowing and understanding precisely the attack and response is critical to proper execution.
Conflicting technique problems, sequences or applications typically differ when examined closely on the lack of details on the specific attack/defense. I have heard some say that this technique or that technique won't work. After looking closely at the way they explain what, why, when, & how the technique is interpreted, a solution is easily explained. If a specific variable is missing or changed from the initial design of a technique it may not make sense or work effectively and need adjusting. Seek to know exactly what the attack is... not just the defensive sequence.
"Knowing of" our sequences is simply a start and certainly not enough to ascend to "Knowing" the depth of the drill. A proper and credible syllabus contains clear attack as well as defense specifics to form a solid base, then from that base we can expand or focus on other possible/endless variables associated with any techniques to acquire real "Understanding" of not only our drills but Pragmatic Self Defense.
Continual training, research, and study will result in great knowledge gain Always be a student, strive for more....
