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ABOUT THE BRITISH QUARTERSTAFF ASSOCIATION

The qualities of the developed warrior:

The developed warrior:-

  • has the stealth, control and lightning attack of the fox
  • has the light footwork of the stag
  • has the explosive power of the boar
  • has the grasping power of the hawk
  • is soft and yielding like the cat, is flexible and adaptable
  • has the repose of the bear, is awesome and dignified
  • moves like the air
  • has quickness in the movement of the eye, the hand and the body
  • has self-knowledge that enables him to judge the level of skill of another simply by watching him
  • knows when to fight and when to walk away, balancing his courage and prowess with discretion
  • has respect for the integrity of every adversary
  • is calm, peaceful and confident