Forward drive

RAT STEPPING

THE FORWARD DRIVE

Here are the reasons why this manoeuvre is so all-important

1. "ATTACK".........."You MUST carry the ATTACK to the ATTACKER".

2. The constant forward drive allows you to use full bodyweight and momentum behind each attacking method.

3. It forces the assailant off balance and into a "defensive" posture and attitude.

4. It forces the assailant to move into unseen/unknown quarters, i.e. backwards. It's and obvious tactical advantage for you. You can see were you're going - he can't.

5. Further more, it fosters an aggressive offensive spirit! By the very nature of the physical movement you help develop the proper aggressive mind-set and offensive spirit.

6. You are more difficult to knock down or to take to the ground. This is NOT "sport", restricted by rules or parameters of constraint.

7. It is a "built in" hedge against multiple assailants. You are NOT a sitting duck. By constant aggressive movement, other assailants will be playing "catch up". Always having to adjust and set them against an ever-moving target.

8. Allows for immediate "E & E" (escape and evasion). You are already in motion, so manoeuvring for escape and evasion tactics are far easier. It gets you out of "tight" confined spots.

  A proven maxim of war - "Always take ground"

The inclusion of the forward drive is perhaps the best method for seizing and maintaining the initiative in close combat. It is also almost always overlooked.