Anyone knows a proper way to use a nunchaku?Not those flashy ones in the movies but self defense situation?

Answer 1

Yes I do. If ever I am walking around town and a ninja jumps out from behind a bush and shouts "on guard" I will produce my nunchakus and use them in a very practical and realistic way.

Answer 2

Honestly, mastering a nunchaku is a very long and difficult process. If u really want to use it in life threatening self defense situations i would really recommend choosing a different weapon, the paralyzant in a can would be good. But if you really had to use nunchaku try snapping your arm like a whip, that way nunchaku extends your reach, therefore increasing the speed and that leads to increase in power of the blow. It is extremely important to watch the recoiling weapon as it can easily knock you out. Try purchasing the practice weapon (covered with foam) u can fill it with sand (the sticks are actually empty tubes) as u get better. The main goal is to create a "shield of moving sticks" that is gonna render your enemy unable to attack without risking a blow that could shatter his bones. Then when the time is right u hit & recoil, than start spinning again. You should keep them spinnig all the time because u never know when the oponent is gonna lower his guard down, and the spinning factor is the one that gives incredible power to the weapon so short and lite (properly used can generate even 2 tons of pressure to the point of contact)

Answer 3

MMA class are sports. Sports are taught to a set of rules that govern the sport. All the best self defense techniques are removed from all sports for the safety of the competitors. There are no rules in self defense, there are consequences but no rules. Wing Chun if it is taught as it was meant to be by a qualified instructor, is pure self defense. Now that is not to say that a sport cannot be used for self defense and work any more than just because you study a self defense art means it will work every time. It would be like using a butter knife for a screwdriver, in certain circumstances it will work, it just isn't the best choice. All martial arts / martial sports take time to be proficient with. You are training reflexes, that takes time and repetition. As Kelly said, any technique grappling or otherwise that can be applied standing can be applied while you are on the ground. The idea that there are "stand up" and "Ground" arts is a new theory put forth by the Gracies as a way to promote their art. You do need to practice all aspects of your art to be proficient and not all classes cover that. That doesn't mean the techniques aren't there, just that the instructor is not teaching all of the art. The trick is finding a good instructor that focuses on self defense and not as a dance or sport. In the end all martial arts are a buyer beware market, you should choose between instructors / schools not styles. It might be that another class is the best option in your area. Find out what is offered near you and visit all of them, if the offer a free class try it. Remember quality instruction in a realistic manner and your dedication to practice are more important than style.

Answer 4

I'm sure someone out there knows. Many traditional schools of jujutsu teach some chuckin at higher levels. I wouldn't go walking around with somechucks in my back pocket however. If someone attacks my home, i'd call up smith and wesson or my collection of wooden dowels and Cutco knives.

YOU MUST REALIZE....

that the nunchaku is an IMPROVISED weapon. It is a FREAKING HORSE BIT. The only reason that it exists is because a CERTAIN government decided to outlaw weapons. It has its uses but there are BETTER things out there that are more easily concealed. Your own two hands, feet, knees and elbows are pretty deadly if used right also.

Answer 5

How to Learn to Use Nunchaku by Yourself

1. Buy a practice pair of nunchaku. That means a foam handle, with either cord or a chain to join them together. Internet martial arts sites will almost definitely have pairs available. It is always better to accidentally hit yourself with foam then wood or metal.

2. Start off slow. Twirl them around slowly until you get the feel of them, then practise passing from hand to hand and doing figure of 8's. When you get confident, you can always speed up.

3. Learn some basic moves. Learn to do the figure of 8, passing it underarm, striking left and right and to stop it by wrapping it around your waist. When you learn these simple moves, you will be set up to do progressively trickier stuff. Alternatively,purchase a book on nunchaku basics. Martial artists have used these for hundreds of years. Use their expertise.

4. Continue on to learn more complex moves, or invent a few. By the time you get to the advanced techniques in the back of the books, you should be able to combine a few moves and invent your own. You can even learn to throw it up and catch it!

5. Progress on to wood. As light and quick as foam is, you're now ready for the big challenge. the difference between the wood and foam chuks is weight. Start off slow again and get used to the increased weight. Practise all the techniques you've learnt slowly. When you're ready, speed them up again!

Answer 6

If somebody jumped out at me and I happened to be holding a nunchaku, I'd probably hold both sticks together in one hand and beat the guy with the side without the rope/chain. I don't like to fight with weapons, I think that they get in the way and it is easier to just use your hands and feet.

Answer 7

I'll see if I can answer this in words:
swing over your back and grab with the other hand under arm - make a figue 8 until swinging other back and catch with other hand - repeat. Also reverse process so that your catching over the top of your arm.
I hope that kinda helps it's hard to explain in words.

Answer 8

Yes but it would be irresponsible of me to try and teach someone over the internet. Get professional training in it.

I'll give the short answer though, it can be used like a hard whip, like a baton or you can wrap up and opponents limb with it and break the limb. Don't try it without professional training, it's a pretty hard weapon to learn without hurting yourself.

Answer 9

in my town in my city and in my state in america the use of nunchuka as a weapon even in defense is not allowed we have to carry them to classes in a gym bag with black tape on them the state police defense instrutors tell them to shoot anyone that comes out of a car with them ,, but to practisethem try this hit the heavy bag and the puching bords with them they come off a skull faster than they hit it and sometimes when it hits a soft area of the body it drops dead so recovering from a strike is as important as hitting the person ,, ive used them in two fights one the guy had a knife and my sticks were in my sleeve and inside my coat the other i went to a party with some minor league criminals and one tried to rob my belongings so i stopped him and when he acted belicose i poped him between the eyes then had to fight my way out of the house ,,

Answer 10

***** go get your self a pocket knife, nunchucks are made to be flashy , unless u ****** bruce lee jr. they wont save your life.