In this lesson you will learn how to take a left-lead Sanda fighting stance. Don’t stand too high and don’t stand too low. Your stance should be stable while still allowing you to move, punch, and kick quickly. You can make small hops and leg movements to keep your legs warm, but don’t bounce up and down like a kangaroo. For more Sanda instructions, visit Sanda Main.
Description: Sanda Fighting Stance
- Keep your chin down and look straight forward.
- Relax your shoulders.
- Keep your fists up. The rear hand should stay close to your chin—close, but without tensing your fists.
- Let your elbows hang down in a relaxed position. If you lift your elbows, your opponent will have an easy opening to kick your ribs.
- Keep your upper body slightly crouched, abs tight, and vertically aligned between your front and back leg. Don’t lean forward, backward, or to the side.
- Keep your knees slightly bent. Don’t stand too high or too low. You should be able to move, kick, and punch quickly from a comfortable fighting position.
- Stay on the balls of your feet with your heels slightly elevated (but not too much). The distance between your feet can be up to two shoulder widths. Most Sanda fighters stand with the left leg forward, but you can also lead with the right. Distribute your weight evenly between both feet. Your toes should point slightly inward (see footprints in the illustration above).
Trainer Advice: Sanda Fighting Stance
- Practice your fighting stance in front of a mirror.
- Don’t stand too low or too high.
- Look straight forward and focus on your opponent.
- After learning the basic Sanda fighting stance, practice moving forward and backward.
Related Instructions
- Muay Thai Fighting Stance
Videos
- Sanda Fighting Stance Video
