21/12/2025
Recognizing openings is one of those skills that takes time(!) to develop. It doesn’t come from memorizing techniques, but from paying attention to what actually happens during exchanges.
Openings show up when an opponent’s stance is off, when their movement breaks down, or when timing slips for just a moment. They can appear before a strike, during an attack, or right after—often when the focus is on offense instead of recovery. These moments are brief, easy to miss, and usually only visible if you know what to look for.
That’s why this needs to be trained deliberately. Working with a partner allows you to slow things down, repeat the same situations, and build awareness. You start to notice patterns, understand positioning, and recognize when balance, guard, or timing isn’t quite right. Over time, this changes how you read a fight.
