This is what I took away from watching this guys explanations:
1st part he talks about the way power is structured
Seems to me he saying Western is balanced and light, ever changing and adaptable. I'm saying that because whether he realizes it or not, that's literally what he's describing. Hell whats not to like about that?
So for eastern structure...he basically alludes to it being more structured...Slower and albeit (HE THINKS) it's more powerful. Wow...ok, if that's how you train and believe it so.
2nd ........... about combinations
I was kinda dumbfounded by comparison comments at first:
- Western balanced but high risk?
- eastern too powerful?
I possibly think I know what he's trying to say but honestly.... just theories... Fights proves all.
But I don't agree that eastern doesn't really focus on or use combinations. Although it really is how far do you want to take it...For example, if I punch my way in and I see an arm lock is available ...i'll switch to that easily and then if he happens to open his head up again for and easy strike, i'll keep it going till i get the finish i'm looking for.
Style or methodology doesn't dictate to me how aggressively I can pursue my opponent...I make that choice.
3rd...he spoke about timing and distance and even mentioned Bruce Lee (but only about his 1st inch punch)
It's too bad...because what Bruce focused on (Smartly I might add) is the ability to JEET (intercept). Jeet was IMO far the most profound concept that he taught. Jeet solves allot of problems when it comes to how Western and Eastern Match up.
4th...he basically is talking about the Mantra that im constantly spewing:
"The hand doesn't come back empty"
More importantly...but not said by this teacher, is what I also say allot: "The ability to stop or prevent a person from pulling their hands (arms) back" so as to make it uncomfortable for them to strike.
* As a Side note: That and whenever I hear a guy say, " We don't practice Grabbing" ... I just smile to myself.
5th...I do agree with his last sentiments about learning eastern power generation can help you become better. Hey, shouldn't that exist without even have to say it?
Everyone has something good to offer at sometimes. You just have to be open and listen.