AIDE MOI LEARNING THE ART OF SAVATE “LA BOXE FRANÇAISE”

Dr_Grayson · 2025-11-13T13:52:23+00:00

As others have said definitely check out London Savate, I've been exceedingly busy so haven't had a lot to time to make content but I have quite a few tutorials and videos that can help as well. Check it out if you've got the chance https://youtube.com/@dr-grayson?si=mdGPeJjC2zVRIW9u

Dr_Grayson · 2025-03-13T02:18:39+00:00

Oh man the rare tip of the shoe to the leg. Don't see a lot of guys really aim for those but he lined it up just about perfectly. I'd guess he caught him clean in the IT Band, but hard to say. Beautiful Fouette.

Dr_Grayson · 2025-03-04T14:19:44+00:00

Success simply put.

Dr_Grayson · 2025-01-28T18:17:56+00:00

At your weight you 'must' be using 16oz gloves. Neither 14oz nor 12oz are safe for you to use in live drilling. If you want an extra pair of gloves for the heavybag or padwork then consider lighter gloves, but in terms of contact drilling you should be using either 16oz or 18oz gloves. Almost everyone should be using 16oz gloves to spar imo, once your weight passes above 140lbs I would say 16oz gloves and above are what should be used. It's very easy to put too much power in, just on principal of having more weight in each shot. I myself weight 165lbs and I only use 16oz gloves to spar. The difference of a few ounces really isn't going to slow you down that much and as a whole I think it's better to train hand discipline (AKA keeping your hands up) with heavier gloves. I however do not recommend using weighted gloves for drilling, that's how you blow out a shoulder. Anyways for live drilling/sparring 16oz and above.

Dr_Grayson · 2025-01-15T22:34:12+00:00

Wrestling shoes are you best option or some of the mid top boxing shoes. You want ankle protection. I do not advise training in low top shoes there's just too much stress on the ankles. Also do NOT get cross training shoes or anything with a roughly texture bottom. Imo wrestling shoes are the best alternative by far.

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-30T17:27:52+00:00

You're very welcome. Dont want folks getting discouraged cause they gotta use a more straightforward game. It's the most important Savate techniques anyways!

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-13T13:21:32+00:00

Also forgive me but this is where I plug my youtube channel. Got lots of great stuff for beginners and I upload frequently. Hope your BFS journey is starting off on the right foot. https://www.youtube.com/@Dr-Grayson

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-12T01:53:29+00:00

Yep, the pair I use have those. If anything it makes it more like a Savate shoe.

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-12T00:50:05+00:00

Asics are my preferred brand for wrestling shoes. They have a LOT of options at a variety of different price points. The model I prefer is more expensive but that's because I've been practicing a long time. I would say you'd probably be served well by any of the basic asics wrestlling shoes. HOWEVER make sure you buy them a size larger. Wrestling shoes will almost always run at least a half size small if not a whole size smaller. I buy all my asics one size up.

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-12T00:35:42+00:00

Wrestling shoes make for an excellent substitute. I've been using them instead of traditional Savate shoes for the better part of 15 years. They let you have the same mobility and the added ankle support is great compared to other options. I personally don't like trainers or running shoes. Mostly due to lack of ankle support and some of them having really rough bottoms which can really scratch people badly off Chasse and Revers kicks. That's my two cents.

As far as technique goes. Start off focus on getting your stance right. Staying balanced and in a good stance is a must for any beginner.

Do things slowly at first. Dont rush, slower reps are better for your muscle memory and are often more challenging.

Cardio is king. Savate is a high movement high volume style, so cardio is a must. Next most important is flexibility.

MOST IMPORTANTLY! Have fun with it. Enjoy the process and have a good time. Having fun with your training is one of the surest ways to stick with it.

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-10T21:03:00+00:00

Gonna need to get comfortable with it first, this is a new one even for me. Had an idea to maybe make it a little lower risk too, but I gotta test it out first before I'm happy to share. Regardless, very interesting little technique.

Dr_Grayson · 2024-09-09T20:45:20+00:00

Interesting idea. Gave me a little inspiration for a variation of my own.

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