The Art of Mittology

By Carl van Roon

The Art of Mittology is an in-depth look into the essential skill of mitt holding for sparring drills. In this feature, Mr Carl van Roon explains how to hold hand mitts in a way that supports real sparring development rather than simply providing a static target. His teaching blends technical precision with practical coaching insights that any instructor or athlete will find valuable.

Sample Video

The clip above gives a quick look inside our new video on sparring by Carl van Roon. In this segment he works on the lift and shift side kick, explaining the leg movement, weight transfer and timing needed to develop a non-telegraphed kick.

About This Video

This full feature runs for over 40 minutes and breaks down everything you need to know about effective mitt holding. As well as pad positioning and footwork, Carl discusses how to engage with your athletes so they feel like they are working with a dynamic sparring partner rather than just a pad holder. His approach gives both students and instructors the confidence to use mitts in a way that improves timing, distancing and realistic application in sparring.

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