Using Circular Movement to Destroy the Opponent's Balance

Circular movement is excellent for destroying the opponent’s balance. Circular movements create two opposing but complementary forces that follow each other on the circumference of the circle. Examples include hip throws,
shoulder throws and rear hook takedowns. The theory of the circle applies to many different movements. The primary circles found in combat are:

1. The circle created by you and your opponent moving together.
2. The circle created by one person moving independently of the other.
3. The circle created by the movement of individual body parts.
4. The circle created by the force of one or a series of movements/blows.
5. The circle created by one person’s manipulation of the other.

Circular motion has the added advantage of centripetal force. When you move your arms and legs in circular kicking or striking motions, you become the center of the circle and the force of your blows is increased by the circular force generated. When you execute a throw, your body becomes the center of the circle and initiates the force of the throw. The weight of the opponent increases the force, which culminates in the impact with the ground.