Yes, slide your back foot back a hair more. [He gently corrects him and straightens up, sliding back into position to show him how far back his back foot needs to be.]

Fighting with a spear is about controlling your opponent. You'll use timing and misdirection to guide the flow of battle in your favor.

You never want to thrust your spear entirely into your opponent's range.

[He demonstrates by turning to the left and thrusting his spear all the way out. He pulls himself back and balancing the spear does a few quick jabs instead.]

Keep that mind as we practice basic stances.