Fluid motion. instinctive Self-defense.
TRIPP KUNE DO
Self-Defense. Fitness. Confidence.
For Every Body.
WHAT IS TKD?
Tripp Kune Do (TKD) is a practical, accessible self-defense and fitness system built for real life, not just the dojo. We teach you to use your body's natural movements as tools to protect yourself and those around you against blitz attacks, escalations, and real-world threats. No fancy uniforms. No expensive equipment. No financial barriers.
TKD is for:
- ✅ All ages & abilities: from kids facing bullying to adults navigating a crazy world
- ✅ People with injuries or limitations: adapt, don't quit
- ✅ Those seeking confidence, mobility & survival skills: fitness meets function
- ✅ Anyone who believes self-defense should be FREE: no gym fees, no tuition
- ✅ People who want to walk tall: head up, shoulders back, eyes aware
THE FFF METHOD
Three phases. One system. Same tools throughout.
Why it works: Foundation builds the physical mechanics, shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, torso torque. Flow adds speed and chains tools together for real combat scenarios. Fight applies everything under pressure with environmental awareness, improvised tools, and ambidextrous deployment. Train slow to move fast when it counts.
We hope you never need this, but we prepare you anyway. TKD keeps it simple, keeps it safe, keeps it real. No rigid sequences. No "this always works." Just adaptable tools for unpredictable situations. Train for confidence, not ego. Prepare for reality, not the dojo.
"Absorb what is useful, discard what is not, add what is uniquely your own." — Bruce Lee
TKD IN PRACTICE
Train for confidence. Prepare for reality.
🔹 CORE PHILOSOPHY
🎯 The Why
We hope you never need this, but the world is unpredictable. TKD gives the average person the knowledge and confidence to defend themselves against blitz attacks, escalations, or threats in parking lots, public spaces, or at home. Training isn't just about survival, it's about fitness, mobility, and mental readiness for all ages. From kids facing bullying to adults navigating a crazy world: stay calm, stay aware, stay ready.
⚡ The When
When escape isn't safe. When running wastes energy you don't have. When attackers chase, corner, or bring weapons. When de-escalation fails and physical defense becomes necessary. Real-world scenarios: street attacks, home invasions, workplace violence, seated scenarios (bus, plane, car). If they attack you, they lose the privilege of mercy. Your job: get yourself and your loved ones home safe.
🛠️ The How
Same tools, three phases: Foundation (learn mechanics slowly), Flow (string moves together rhythmically), Fight (apply with purpose under pressure). Train ambidextrously because you never know which arm you'll have free, or use of due to injury. Use everyday items as improvised tools. Clock-face directions eliminate left/right confusion. Keep it simple, keep it real, keep it accessible—free basics for everyone.
💪 Confidence, Not Ego
Train to stand tall, look people in the eye, and know you won't be pushed around. This isn't about bullying or aggression, it's about being the person who protects when others can't. Situational awareness, environmental scanning, and breathing keep you calm so you see threats before they escalate.
⚠️ Brutality When Necessary
If someone attacks you, they forfeit mercy. This isn't a sport, there's no referee, no timer. Block to protect, then strike to stop. Knee blows, eye gouges, throat strikes: use whatever tool ends the threat fast. You don't have to enjoy it, but you must be willing to do what's necessary to get home safe.
🫁 Breathe & Compose
Adrenaline will spike. Your heart will race. Breathe—box breathing, 4-7-8 exhales, to stay calm and think clearly. After any incident: hand-check for injuries, stop any bleeding, then call 911 from a safe location. Always report the incident so you're not misidentified as the aggressor.
🔄 Adaptability Over Scripts
No rigid "1-2-3" sequences. Situations change, wet ground, slick shoes, holding a baby, narrow airplane aisle. Train to adapt: if a kick isn't available, throw a strike. If your right arm is injured, use your left. Practice falling safely. Stay fluid, stay ready.
Bottom line: We respect all martial arts. We encourage equipment training when possible. But lacking a dojo, gear, or money should never be an excuse for not being able to defend yourself. TKD keeps it simple, keeps it safe, keeps it real, so you have the tools when you need them most.
Your TKD Toolbag of Whoopass
Everything you need to train for real life.
EXPLORE THE SYSTEM
Click each category below to unlock the video lessons, drills, and resources.
This is your complete toolkit, from mindset and awareness to blocks, strikes, kicks, with real-world applications.
🧠 PHILOSOPHY & MINDSET
🌍 ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
💬 VERBAL DE-ESCALATION
🔺 FOUNDATION, FLOW & FIGHT
🫁 BREATHING TOOLS
👣 FOOTWORK TOOLS
🌪️ TORSO TOOLS
✊ STRIKING TOOLS
🛡️️ BLOCKING TOOLS
🦵 KICKING TOOLS
🔄 GROUND TOOLS
🪑 SEATED TOOLS
🔧 IMPROVISED TOOLS
⚖️ LEGAL & AFTERMATH
💦 TRIPP WORKOUTS
🎒 GEAR & EQUIPMENT
📹 REAL-LIFE ANALYSIS
💬 COMMUNITY Q&A
THE TKD CLOCK SYSTEM
The TKD Clock System replaces confusing “left/right” cues with a universal 12-hour reference point. Visualize yourself at the center: 12 o’clock is forward (or up), 6 o’clock is rear (or down), 3 o’clock is right, and 9 o’clock is left. Diagonal positions (2, 4, 8, 10) map angled footwork and strike paths. On the floor, you pivot on the balls of your feet and rotate on your heels, moving clockwise or counterclockwise through a full 360°. Applied vertically, the same clock face guides strikes, blocks, and target angles. No matter your perspective or position, the clock gives you a clear, consistent language for movement and combat.
CLOCK DIRECTION KEY
⬆️ 12 o'clock
Forward / Up
⬇️ 6 o'clock
Rear / Down
↗️ 2 o'clock
Upper right / Forward-right
↖️ 10 o'clock
Upper left / Forward-left
➡️ 3 o'clock
Middle right (high & low)
⬅️ 9 o'clock
Middle left (high & low)
↘️ 4 o'clock
Lower right / Rear-right
↙️ 8 o'clock
Lower left / Rear-left
💡 Training Note: Knowing how to execute strikes and movements from/to all angles is essential for real-life self-defense situations. Practice each angle until it becomes second nature.
Downward Angled Left (2 → 8)
Right Hand: Forehand
Left Hand: Backhand
Downward Angled Right (10 → 4)
Left Hand: Forehand
Right Hand: Backhand
Upward Angled Left (4 → 10)
Right Hand: Forehand
Left Hand: Backhand
Upward Angled Right (8 → 2)
Left Hand: Forehand
Right Hand: Backhand
Horizontal Strikes (3 ↔ 9)
Right Hand: Forehand: 3→9 | Backhand: 9→3
Left Hand: Forehand: 9→3 | Backhand: 3→9
Vertical Strikes (12 ↕ 6)
Both Hands: Downward: 12→6 | Upward: 6→12
Note: Forehand/Backhand distinction neutralizes on pure verticals.
Ideal for hammer fists, elbow drops, and upward palm strikes.
Visualize the clock face arrows for directional orientation.
🔹 TARGET SYSTEMS: TACTICAL DISRUPTION
TKD targets are organized by tactical function, not just body parts.
Each system disruption creates a specific advantage: blinding vision, stopping breath, destroying balance, or breaking structure.
Understand why & when to strike, not just where.
👁️ Vision & Orientation
Why it matters: If they can't see or track you, they can't effectively attack. Immediate sensory overload creates your escape window.
Primary Targets:
- Eyes: Gouge, rake, or strike
- Temples: Blunt force trauma
- Ears: Cupped-hand slap (rupture)
- Bridge of Nose: Disrupts vision/sinus
TKD Tools:
- Fingers (jab/rake)
- Palm heel (upward 6→12)
- Hammer fist (2→8 or 10→4)
- Elbow (horizontal 3→9)
️⚠️ Effect: Temporary blindness, disorientation, loss of tracking ability, can create 3-5 second window to escape, further tool deployment, or joint control.
😤 Respiratory & Airway
Why it matters: No breath = no fight. Airway disruption causes panic, involuntary retreat, and immediate fight-stopping effects.
Primary Targets:
- Throat/Trachea: Crush or strike
- Solar Plexus: Diaphragm spasm
- Nose: Breaks → airway flooding
- Mouth/Jaw: Disrupts breathing rhythm
TKD Tools:
- Edge of hand (chop 2→8)
- Front thrust kick (to solar plexus)
- Palm heel (upward to throat)
- Knee strike (if opponent bends)
⚠️ Effect: Gasping, choking sensation, involuntary backward movement. Solar plexus strike can cause "wind knocked out" effect (30-60 sec recovery).
🏃 Mobility & Balance
Why it matters: If they can't stand or chase, you've won. Destroy their base and they become a stationary target.
Primary Targets:
- Knees: Side kick or stomp
- Groin/Bladder: Upward strike
- Ankles/Feet: Stomp or scrape
- Hips: Disrupt stance
TKD Tools:
- Heel stomp (12→6 downward)
- Front kick (to knee/groin)
- Side kick (lateral knee strike)
- Low round kick (ankle/calf)
️⚠️ Effect: Collapse, inability to pursue, structural failure. Knee/Ankle destruction = reduced mobility.
Groin strike = involuntary doubling-over.
🤝 Joint Manipulation
Why it matters: Control without striking. Leverage and joint locks allow restraint, weapon disarm, or creating distance without permanent damage.
Primary Targets:
- Wrist: Rotational locks
- Elbow: Hyperextension
- Shoulder: Rotation/pressure
- Fingers: Individual manipulation
TKD Tools:
- Grips & grabs (control points)
- Leverage (body positioning)
- Clock-angle rotation (4, 8, 10, 2)
- Body weight application
⚠️ Effect: Pain compliance, weapon release, controlled restraint. Use when de-escalation is possible or law enforcement arrival is imminent.
⚖️ Legal & Ethical Use of Force
Proportional Response:
Match your target selection to the threat level. Vision/respiratory targets = fight-stoppers. Use only when facing serious bodily harm or death.
Stop When Safe:
Once the threat is neutralized (attacker down, fleeing, or surrendering), STOP. Continuing to strike = assault in the eyes of the law.
Medical Attention:
Call 911 immediately after ensuring your safety. Provide basic first aid if safe to do so. Document everything.
🎥 TRIPP'S LEGACY EXERCISE VLOGS (ARCHIVE) ▶
Before Tripp Kune Do, there was the Exercise Vlog series. Classic workouts, mobility drills, and improvised equipment sessions. These videos helped lay the foundation for the TKD system.
🔧 BONUS: 3-Angle Cardio / Fighting Dummy Setup
Improvised gear = maximum creativity. Maximum results.
Dining Room Chair Setup: Chair + thick blankets + truck tire + tie strap = multi-angle kicking targets.
Supported Heavy Bag: Heavy bag + cardboard boxes + tie strap = stable bag for punches/elbows/knees.
Lower Torso Arm: Vacuum attachment + wire hanger + Velcro belt + paracord = flexible arm target.
Supported Arms with Flexion: Pool noodles + escrima sticks + wire hangers + hockey tape = reactive arm targets.
"Clarity. Consistency. Confidence."
COACH TRIPPING
The Motivator. The Guide. The Voice.
Clear, direct, and encouraging, Coach Tripping walks you through the why and the how. No fluff. No fantasy. Just what works.
He doesn't bark orders, he builds understanding. Every drill, every principle, every scenario is explained so you can train with purpose.
"Simple. Intuitive. Real."
TRIPP
The Mover. The Demonstrator. The Passionate Practitioner.
Tripp is putting in the work with you. See every step from an overhead camera and a dedicated foot camera. He's not here to talk, he's here to move.
Tripp will show improvement with time, as will you, with consistent practice.
Not perfection, progress.
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