Level Changes

Attacking the head constantly is a common practice of beginner fighters.

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Changing levels or switching the target of attack from head to body, or body to head can be a great strategy to create openings as when they are busy defending one area, other areas often become vulnerable.

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This can be utilised further in other arts/combat sports where leg kicks add a whole other level to attack.

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By rapidly changing the level attacks are being delivered to throughout a combination, the chance of successfully landing shots increases, even against opponents who have a good defence.

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Utilising level changes in a “make the pattern, break the pattern” manner where the opponent expects a shot at one target to follow the preceding strike and you change the level of that attack can be a great way to land a heavy clean strike whilst they habitually defend another area.