I’m not trying to step on this dudes toes. You block with the same side the punch is thrown. For instance right cross you block with your left. Left jab you block with your right. That is if you’re the same stances.
You’re not “stepping on his toes” you’re rightfully correcting him. Blocking the punch with the opposite hand leaves you open. Sure you can get away with it if you’re fast enough to get out of range but that’s an unnecessary gamble. This is bad technique
@@JH-eg8yk - Before I spend my time explaining standard and cross-counters to you two, I will simply ask you how many professional fights (or legitimate amateur fights) either of you two have OR how many world Champions you have trained? Zero is my bet, while this instructor had x2 170lb world MMA titles, a 90% finish ratio in the octagon (MMA fights) and was undefeated as a kickboxer and who has trained over 30 world champs.. Now, I will simply address your actual comment: you are both incorrect. You can pat, block or parry with either hand or arm, there is no 'rule' about it. It depends on skill level, speed and repitions as to which hand you use as well as if you are counterpunching. Since you like examples let me give you one for free. If both fighters are right handed, a defense to a cross is the left arm/hand but you counter is a very long and off timed cross counter. More advanced fighters (actual fighters, 30 somethings at the local boxing club) will use the power hand to block and counter with the lead hand. An example that is obvious enough for everyone to understand this is the Philly-Shell defense. If you have any further questions feel.free to ask amd I might have the time to respond and educate you all, novice and advanced.
Please read the comment further down on the thread, it may eliminate your confusion and educate you on this technique and when to use it/them. They are advanced tech iques, not for novice class or basic beginners.
I’m not trying to step on this dudes toes. You block with the same side the punch is thrown. For instance right cross you block with your left. Left jab you block with your right. That is if you’re the same stances.
You’re not “stepping on his toes” you’re rightfully correcting him. Blocking the punch with the opposite hand leaves you open. Sure you can get away with it if you’re fast enough to get out of range but that’s an unnecessary gamble. This is bad technique
@@JH-eg8yk - Before I spend my time explaining standard and cross-counters to you two, I will simply ask you how many professional fights (or legitimate amateur fights) either of you two have OR how many world Champions you have trained? Zero is my bet, while this instructor had x2 170lb world MMA titles, a 90% finish ratio in the octagon (MMA fights) and was undefeated as a kickboxer and who has trained over 30 world champs..
Now, I will simply address your actual comment: you are both incorrect. You can pat, block or parry with either hand or arm, there is no 'rule' about it. It depends on skill level, speed and repitions as to which hand you use as well as if you are counterpunching. Since you like examples let me give you one for free. If both fighters are right handed, a defense to a cross is the left arm/hand but you counter is a very long and off timed cross counter. More advanced fighters (actual fighters, 30 somethings at the local boxing club) will use the power hand to block and counter with the lead hand. An example that is obvious enough for everyone to understand this is the Philly-Shell defense.
If you have any further questions feel.free to ask amd I might have the time to respond and educate you all, novice and advanced.
Please read the comment further down on the thread, it may eliminate your confusion and educate you on this technique and when to use it/them. They are advanced tech iques, not for novice class or basic beginners.