Striking	Use of the elements of striking can range from closed fist (punching, hammer strikes, back knuckle strikes) to open hand (palm strikes, chops, spear hands and claws).  Elbow and knee strikes are often used in close range situations.  Kicks are used when a long range strike is needed.  Some of the kicks used are as follows (front kick-using heel or ball of foot, side kick, back kick, roundhouse, crescent - inside and outside and axe kicks).
	Leverages	Leverage is an important concept which is utilized throughout the entire art.  It is the most difficult to grasp and is vital for the effectiveness of application in the elements within this art.  Specifically leverage techniques are defined by the use of joint locks and stretching of tendons and ligaments.  Throws and takedowns also can directly utilize these principles.  When executed properly, little effort is needed for maximum effect.
	Takedowns	Placing your opponent on the ground can be done by using your hands, feet, legs, arms or your body itself.  The most elementary concept here is the need to take your opponent’s balance away and remove him from his own center of gravity.
	Pressure Points	The human anatomy consists of  many specific areas in which nerve, organ and muscle tissue is most exposed and most sensitive to an on coming attack.  These targets are accessible and your opponent is greatly weakened with vary little strength needed.  Accuracy in execution is the most important element utilizing  this aspect of San Soo. Striking, kicking and grabbing can be tools used in this concept.
	Throwing	This is an area within San Soo in which the concept of leverage is directly and foundationally necessary to complete the task at hand.  The opponent is lifted off their center and pulled to another location.  This is all accomplished while you maintain your own center and draw him around your body in various directions until he reaches the ground next to you.