The five circles
Below is the first challenge
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NC5 Challenge 1
True education begins with learning to educate oneself.
Learn the first 5 basic techniques by yourself.
The first challenge within NC5 is simple in concept, but not in execution.
You do not need to perform them perfectly in terms of body movement. The most important element is: catching and control. Do you dare to take on the challenge with a wooden nunchaku? Every NC5 practitioner knows: this is not easy. It requires persistence and determination. Poor execution is often immediately and painfully punished by the nunchaku itself.
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Complete it yourself — you are your own examiner.
Technique 1
Frappe horizontale (flanc)
Technique 2
Frappe horizontale (cou)
Technique 3
Frappe verticale – garde côté
Technique 4
Frappe verticale – garde à l’épaule
Technique 5
Frappe verticale – garde derrière le dos
If you want to go deeper into NC5 and further develop these techniques, explore:
NC5 Circles →
Maximum Reach – Key Points →
NC5 Key Points – Explore →
Study page →
Mentality
If you complete this challenge, you show that you have what it takes for NC5. If you succeed, you will know that you have real perseverance.
That you do not give up at the first signs of discomfort. Where others stop, you continue.
The names of the techniques are in French, as NC5 originates from France. Techniques 1 through 5 can be seen in the videos. The provided link leads to a drawn explanation, including the original French terminology. You are not required to learn these names immediately. Consider it an additional challenge. If you choose to continue within NC5, familiarity with these terms will support a deeper understanding and further development in your practice.
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7th Combination – Wooden Nunchaku DemonstrationA classic demonstration of the 7th Combination, performed with wooden nunchaku by Pascal Verhill, founder of Nunchaku de Combat, together with his partner Herman Vos. This historic footage dates back to the early years of Nunchaku de Combat and showcases the use of the nunchaku as a martial arts weapon during demonstrations and training.The video highlights speed, precision, timing and control, offering a glimpse into the traditional style and spirit of that era. A valuable piece of martial arts history for practitioners and enthusiasts of nunchaku, kobudo and classical martial arts.