The Unified Theory of Fighting - 5 Basic Principles | Effective Martial Arts

This is arguably our most important video to date. Understanding these basic principles will provide you with a conceptual framework to better identify the essence of all the techniques in martial arts and self-defense. These principles apply to one-on-one fighting, one against many, as well as many against many, otherwise known as warfare. If you understand these concepts, you will progress faster, you can ultimately create your own techniques, and you will be able to adapt your approach depending on the situation. Techniques can fail, principles always prevail. Enjoy, and please comment below!

Table of Contents

Introduction: 0:00.

1. Control, the ultimate goal of fighting: 1:22.
2. Access, the prerequisite for control: 4:21.
3. Stability, the dynamic use of posture, structure, and base: 7:49.
4. Efficiency, the importance of conserving energy: 13:01.
5. Tactics, the appropriate use of offense and defense: 17:32.

Recap: 25:24.

Created by Patrick Fulop, shot by Jeremy Antonio.

[EffectiveMartialArts]

I was really proud of this video when it came out. Had never seen these principles organized and discussed in such a way before. But in hindsight, I realize perhaps it was somewhat lacking in practical applications and demonstrations, such as sparring footage. So here is a more recent video detailing how these principles apply in the grappling range, illustrated by lots of sparring and drilling footage:
The 5 Basic Principles of Grappling
We will be sharing a Striking and Wrestling version in the upcoming months!
Enjoy 🙏
- Patrick

[ignacioamadeohernandezdubo]

Wow now this is how every begginer video series should start

[wland]

Well done. Your grasp of  theory, your framework and the style in which It is explained are excellent! Thanks for taking the time to share and keep up the great work!

[harisuno]

Bravissimi. Istruzioni utilissime per chi pratica. Grazie.

[wolf_]

I love how realistic and sensible the entire lesson is, I came to learn this because of a book I'm writing, each of the five principles just made directing my fight scenes easier. Each fight had a purpose but failed to express that purpose but now I can look at it from an individual perspective and honestly I'm impressed on how easier it became. Thanks a lot

[imagevisdom]

Very basic and insightful, working advice not just a theory.

[antondavis]

Very good tutorial on self defense awareness, which most people these days have no clue to be balanced mentally and physically, so it's easy to be negative about the real way to survive in realistic situations. Great job, keep being the light for truth. GOD BLESS..

[zacharyweber]

This is one of the most important videos for people to learn from. It's an absolute tragedy this video has a shocking low view count of 5800. This video needs to be seen by every one. I wish I could get this video broadcasted to the masses. Thank you so much for such an informative video. Wish there were many more videos on youtube like this.

[K-xor]

Understanding this is such a game-changer and so useful. And thankfully you explained it fantastically.

[DominiqueRens]

This is till now the best I saw. Clear and Compact, ready to use. Started Krav Maga 2 years ago and many things I didnt knew not yet. Thank you very much

[shinwook]

I think a conceptual understanding of fighting allows you to change the techniques you learn according to the situation and still be effective. I also thinks it helps by serving as a languague to explain to oneself or others why something works or doesn't, and how it can be improved. Therefore I find the conceptual understanding very important to be able to adapt and improve. Great video : )

[bugs]

Most descriptive vids you make outta all other vids, great job best channel

[makotoshoriryukakutokarateassn]

Very good. Did you make this up or read it in a book somewhere. Either way well done good video I really liked it.

[DostoevskyGrandson]

I like the part where you explain the importance of being relaxed . Very very good advice . I like your channel a lot :)

[Hoooward]

Principles of Fighting
1. Control
- Achieved when opponent has less control (physical, mental) than you.
- Intimidate/taunt to provoke them.
- Take them to the ground. (Being on the ground sacrifices control on mobility.)
2. Access
- Achieved when facing upfront, since you have sight and range of your opponent.
- Get to the opponent's back. (Ever seen a person with eyes on the back of their heads?)
3. Stability
- Achieved when proper posture is observed: wide space and proper spine alignment.
- Strike the feet or the head.
4. Efficiency
- Achieved when least amount of resource is used to execute actions.
- Practice moves and stay fit before the fight. Make the least muscle contractions during the fight.
5. Tactic
- Refers to either offense or defense in a fight.
- Consider tactical retreats after a blow.

[awakenedsoul]

Cool martial arts instructor VERY COOL! For more than a year just less than 5, 000 views. People are missing the important aspects of fighting!

[dinasamy]

Great tips well explained as well as the great details. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[aletheiali]

Wow I learn some stuff really excellent

[bajuszpal]

Nice, mostly for methodology and angles.I would emphasize distance, angles, timing, and levels of efficiency. Best regards. 68

[judithtiempo]

You deserve more subscribers and views