MASTERING THE SIX RANGES OF COMBAT: UNVEILING THE POWER OF RAT SYNTHESIS

“Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power.” – Lao Tzu

Introduction: RAT Synthesis is an innovative program uniting Rapid Assault Tactics (R.A.T.), Kickboxing, and Chi Ling Pai® Gung Fu. This comprehensive approach not only equips individuals with effective streetwise skills but also enhances their fitness and self-confidence. Today, let’s delve into the essence of RAT Synthesis by exploring the six ranges of combat and how they form the core of our self-defense philosophy.

1. Kicking Range: Unleashing the Power of Legs In the realm of Kicking arts such as Tae Kwon Do and Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, the Kicking Range takes precedence. Highlighting potent leg techniques, this range empowers us to keep a safe distance while delivering rapid and impactful strikes. Within this range, we adeptly counter our opponent’s attacks with well-timed responses, employing either kicks as interceptions or elbows and knees as strategic destructions. Notably, RAT Synthesis places emphasis on training low kicks, recognizing their heightened practicality for street scenarios.
2. Hand Striking Range: Precision in Every Punch Transitioning seamlessly, the Hand Striking Range, favored by Western Boxing and Southern Chinese Gung Fu styles, takes center stage. Here, precision and speed are key as we employ various hand techniques, refining the art of striking with finesse.
3. Trapping Range: Immobilization Mastery RAT Synthesis introduces the Trapping Range, where stand-up grappling unfolds, clearing obstacles, immobilizing opponents’ arms, and executing strategic arm destructions. Foot immobilization becomes a tactical tool, providing a well-rounded approach to self-defense. Here the big guns also come out as we employ headbutt, knee, and elbow strikes.
4. Grappling Range: Navigating the Ground As the confrontation transitions to the ground, the significance of the Grappling Range comes to the forefront. RAT Synthesis, incorporating PaGua principles, strategically works to thwart takedowns and seamlessly utilizes RAT groundfighting techniques to promptly regain a standing position. Acknowledging the inherent risks associated with ground fighting in practical situations, our emphasis lies on maintaining mobility and ensuring swift recovery.
5. Weapons Range: Adapting to External Threats In the Weapons Range, the dynamics shift to defending against knives, chains, bats, bottles, tire irons, and various objects. RAT Synthesis strategically deploys tools like the kubotan, ensuring practitioners are well-equipped to handle diverse threatening situations.
6. Mind Range: Harnessing the Power of Thought Expanding beyond the realms of physical combat, RAT Synthesis embraces the Mind Range, resonating with the Kybalion’s insight, “The All is Mind; the Universe is Mental.” Within this sphere, practitioners engage in martial arts visualization practice, positive autosuggestion, meditation, and alignment with the law of attraction. It’s a domain where mental strength and focus wield transformative power in the realm of self-defense and life.

Conclusion: RAT Synthesis goes beyond conventional martial arts by integrating the diverse facets of combat into a cohesive and practical self-defense philosophy. By mastering the six ranges of combat, individuals not only gain physical prowess but also develop focus, mental resilience and success.