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Dave Kovar - Close Range Mitt Blocking Drills

Defense • 1m 48s

Mitt drills are great for any martial arts class. This drill will help students defend against hook punches or "haymakers".
Punching | Parry | Self Defense | Blocking | Partner Drill

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