Scott Sonnon – Softwork 2005

Competition’s basic words indicate “to seek together,” implying a possibility to learn with the assistance of others.
Softwork is a training technique developed by International Champion and U.S. National Coach Scott Sonnon that synergizes creativity in partner work and breathes new life into effective martial practice.
Softwork is the result of years of training and practical investigation on both sides of the globe.
It invites the martial enthusiast to explore and develop beyond the confines of traditional expectations as a non-dogmatic, non-stylistic practice style.
It acts as a performance diagnostic tool, a technical enhancement practice, and a chance to accelerate attribute growth with your partners. It is based on anatomical truth and applied biomechanical concepts.
This program, which was filmed at the inaugural Softwork seminar, integrates the many branches of previously available RMAX FlowFighting Systems and Circular Strength Training programs.
The function of tension chains in exploratory practice, as well as breath, structure, and movement Work progresses with single and numerous partners Standing Illusion Deprogramming force-related fear-reactivity with movement through absorption Striking: Heavy and deep practice procedures, as well as Non-traditional and Dependent hitting applications Three approaches: Confirmation, Withdrawal, and Revolution Leg Density: Recognition and erasure of taught density patterns Global – Local – Global: Concepts for Improving Mental Toughness Density Exploration, Exploitation, and Release Creating takedown possibilities with fluid movement sensitivity in leg fencing Touch Response: Force sensitivity in attack and defense that occurs on its own. Putting Everything Together: Creating and executing dynamic exercises Ground Evasion: Investigating your alternatives with long-term relationships Overcoming fear-reactivity, time-framing, and training kinesthetic awareness without patterns are all aspects of blade work. Stick Work entails “snagging the sweater,” manipulating tension chains, and employing tactical force. Ground Fighting: Non-technical Practice Principles, Pressure Application, and Core Density Investigation Moving Between Techniques, Triangle Theory of Joint Locks, Selective Tension, and Soft Movement Why is it more necessary to be a good partner than a good student? Grappling: Loading and tension-induced deterioration Guidance for Coaching: Making the Most of Softwork Practice and Developing Good Partners for Mutual Benefit