If your spear, naginata or polearm was cut in half on the battlefield, what would you do? What could you do to survive with half a weapon?

Sr Budo Instructor Todd Norcross takes you through some of the more advanced principles of Kukishin Ryu Hanbojutsu.

The art of the stick.

In modern days, these classic movements are still very much valid.

Canes, umbrellas, garden tools and a trillion sticks and branches are available to utilize to protect yourself and your family.

Striking 
Grapple Takedowns
Arm and Shoulder Locks
Basic Throw with the Hanbo
Against a wall
Stick Becomes Sword
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