BLACK BELT SECOND DEGREE (BB II), A.S.P. PURPOSE OF THE PROGRAM.  

This program addresses combinations of kicks with punches in linear and circular patterns, and the study of new throwing techniques and their combination with those learned in the first degree Black Belt program.  Only simple throws have been selected on the basis of elements
of motion of wide applicability and frequent effective use in Judo competition.

  
In preparation for the arm, wrist, and leg controls (locks) of later programs, special wrist limbering and strengthening exercises are introduced along with coordinating techniques leading to correct motions, footwork, and positioning of  the body and limbs for the application of controls (locks).  This is achieved with special linear and circular defenses against wrist
holds from the front and the back.

THE STRATEGY OF A.S.P. IS TO WORK WITH STRUCTURED COMBINATIONS OF ELEMENTS OF MOTION IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM YIELD FOR THE EXPENDED EFFORT, MAXIMUM RETENTION, AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST, EFFECTIVE SELF-DEFENSE THAT LENDS ITSELF ALSO TO SPORT COMPETITION.