A very important concept in training Filipino Martial Arts is that instead of focusing on defense when a strike is coming at you, it is better to emphasize counter-offense. One of the quickest and most efficient counters that can be performed with a stick or sword is a thrust. GM Oliver discusses how he utilizes thrusts as a counter in his Filipino martial art system, Pintados.
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