centreline theory

[EnterTheWhip]

What is the definition and understanding of centreline theory as taught in your school?

[EnterTheWhip]

Bueller?

[burnsypoo]

how do different people distinguish between the vertical axis "centerline" and the straight line "centerline"? I've noticed that a lot of people use the same word for different concepts.

[EnterTheWhip]

Can we deal with one question at a time? I'd like a reply to the first question first before adding more to the equation.

[TjD]

i'll bite, even though im sure i'll get whipped :D

(speaking vertically)
if the centerline is open, you should occupy it (preferably with a blow to your opponent).

however, when the fists are flying from someone who isnt worried about the centerline, either jam them (often by making the path of their weapon the centerline or just getting in close enough to miss the shots 'sweet spot'), or get out of the way. however when doing either, follow the rule as above.

*edit follows - as i didn't finish*

if the centerline is not open, occupy it. Your sensitivity gained from good chi sau will do the work. If you cannot occupy the centerline, change the centerline so you can.

[burnsypoo]

Originally posted by EnterTheWhip
Can we deal with one question at a time? I'd like a reply to the first question first before adding more to the equation.

figured I'd do two birds with one stone, my bad.

[treestump]

Speaking of just theory, you have a vertical midline and a horizonal midline. The horizonal being roughly at the bottom of your breast bone. Where these two meet is your mid point, and coming directly out of your mid point away from your body is your centerline.

When in your 'ready' position both hands should be along the center line. Your offense and defense should always TRY to occupy the centerline for the greatest protection but that is not always possiblen depending on the incoming/outgoing force.

I tried not to use any tech. terms so its easier for everyone to understand so sorry 'bout being vague

[EnterTheWhip]

What is the ready position?

[CLOUD ONE]

To me centerline theory- The closest distance between you and your opponent!!!

[Matrix]

Originally posted by EnterTheWhip
What is the ready position? Whatever position you happen to be in. ;)

[CLOUD ONE]

''Whatever position you happen to be in.''

You are the'ONE'

[Matrix]

Originally posted by CLOUD ONE
You are the 'ONE' Only in my press clippings. Thanks. :cool:

[Rolling_Hand]

--What is the definition and understanding of centreline theory as taught in your school?--EnterTheWhip

A smile is the shortest distance between two people.--RH

[canglong]

If there is a referee in between you and your apponent finding the apponent's centerline will be extremely difficult.

[yuanfen]

crimsonking sez:

The moment that techniques become non-linear, they contradict the two previous principles of efficiency and centerline
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Depends on meanings and context and details---
circles can effectively help control, attack on or defend the centerline. A circular saw on the line is a dangerous thing...

Fak, huen etc...


joy

[reneritchie]

Straight lines are just special curves. It all depends on how you plot things. Run across a busy street without getting hit can look straight if you freeze the space and stretch out the time. Is the straight line the fastest path or is the fastest path the straight line?

[Matrix]

Originally posted by reneritchie
Run across a busy street without getting hit can look straight if you freeze the space and stretch out the time. Is the straight line the fastest path or is the fastest path the straight line? I know that Montrealers consider j-walking to be an artform and a right of passage. :cool:
Is the fastest path, always the most effective path?

Matrix

[reneritchie]

I know that Montrealers consider j-walking to be an artform and a right of passage

It's more an everyday fact of life. You have no idea how confusing it is for us when we go to other strange cities and see people just stopped, standing at a curb. Major heebeegeebees.

[Matrix]

Originally posted by reneritchie
You have no idea how confusing it is for us when we go to other strange cities and see people just stopped, standing at a curb. Major heebeegeebees. Actually I do. I was born and raised in Montreal. Worked downtown for many years. I know exactly what you mean. Now it seems weird when I go back. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks. :p

Matrix