I suspect this has something to do with the other thread of similar topic, but an interesting question nonetheless.
It seems to me that this practice is already happening. From what I have heard and read, Sifu Ross and Darren Laur are two good examples.
I also think what you are saying is what B. Lee wanted from Jun Fan JKD, and it's what I am trying to achieve with my limited knowledge of KF, CQB, H2H and OK Kenpo. I believe I heard this here - "Take what works, discard the rest."
I wouldn't necessarily "discard" what doesn't work because one can never know exactly how the confrontation will play out, but it makes sense. On that note, what you are saying about "changing the traditional forms" is valid, if only because times change, but IMO only "change" it enough to make it work for yourself and/or the person you are instructing.
I myself prefer to stick with tradition, because without tradition you have utter chaos. Besides, isn't this where most MAs stem from, traditionally? Think about your stances. Where do they come from? Forms? For the most part, IMO. We all know the basis for a good fighter/MAist is a good...base. Or stance. Rooted. From the ground through the feet to the waist and out.
"If a man can't stand, he can't fight"
I hate that Terry Silver (?) said that in KK3, but it rings true.
Last edited by tug; 02-15-2005 at 11:04 AM.
Embrace your enemy, for he is not - he is just confused.
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"It is very hard to unleash the dragon and then put it back in the box without being devoured in the process."
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