American Cane System: Ranking Series. Orange Belt - Level 2

LEVEL 2: Orange Belt Requirements

Level 2 builds on the student’s level one knowledge introducing partner drills (blocking and striking cane-against-cane with a partner).

In the second level of The American Cane System, students will learn two new grips, one stance, punching with and without a cane, eight fundamental blocks, swing strikes, double-handed jabs, figure-8 swings and flow drills, six double-handed crook strikes, crook strike combinations, and more.  The students’ self-defense technique repertoire grows to include four more techniques, which deal with punches, a bear hug, and an introduction to the eleven elements of self-defense.

New strength training is added, including lower body stretches and stretches that improve shoulder mobility, both of which will be important in higher levels of training.  The second level finishes with instruction in the required kata Reflection Two.