In this lesson, Kyoshi explains what happens when you’re too close to punch or kick effectively. At that range, power drops significantly. Instead of forcing strikes that won’t land with impact, students learn to adapt. Inside the clinch, elbows and knees become the primary tools. Kyoshi demonstrates how to pull, control posture, lift, and deliver strikes from tight range while maintaining balance and awareness. He also emphasizes being a good training partner. Control matters. Safety matters. N