An idiom describing the angle at which a defensive move is executed.

Comments:

The most common way to think about an Angle of Defense is using the Zone Concept of Directional Movement, which identifies the eight (8) major angles of the Clock Principle.

It is advisable for the practitioner to become accustomed to defending from diverse angles, and not limit themselves to a direct attack.

In a real combat situation it is the norm to be attacked from an angle other than straight ahead.  There are many obvious disadvantages to being attacked from angles other than directly in front.  As such, Environmental Awareness is key  in defending against such attacks.

Usually direct attacks are limited to competitive atmosphere and typically excluded from combative situations.

An Angle of Defense is composed of an Angle of Entry, an Angle of Prevention, and (optionally) an Angle of Retraction.

Typically, an Angle of Defense produces the maximum desired effect at the Point of Contact.

An Angle of Efficiency is typically created prior to an Angle of Defense.

An Angle of Defense is generic and can refer to Path of Defense or a Line of Defense.

An Angle of Defense differs from an Angle of Execution in that an Angle of Execution can refer to either an offensive or defensive move.

See Defensive Reaction for more discussion on defensive options.

Example(s):

A right inward block to the outside of an opponent's arm, above the elbow, demonstrates an Angle of Defense.

Synonyms(s):

Angle of Execution

Opposite(s):

Angle of Attack

Reverse(s):

An Angle of Defense following the reverse course.

Related Definition(s):

Angle, Available, Adjust, Alter, Defense, Degree, Execute, Line, Maneuver, Move, Offense, Path, Position, Posture, Regulate, Retract, Space, Strike, Travel, Weapon

Related Term(s):

Angle of Attack, Angle of Balance, Angle of Contact, Angle of Delivery, Angle of Desired Positioning, Angle of Efficiency, Angle of Entry, Angle of Retraction, Angular Avoidance, Clock Principle, Collapsing Check, Defensive Reaction, The Dividing Lines, Line of Defense, Method of Defense, Method of Execution, Path of Action, Path of Defense, Path of Travel, Point of Contact