An introduction If I had a dollar for everytime someone asked me "Leigh, how would you stop violence around Geelong?". I would have a dollar. Never the less I have a plan. Out goes the time honoured handshake and in comes The Brug. I know what your next question is, how do I keep my whites whiter and my colours brighter? That wasn't it? Oh how do you execute the Brug: Stand by here it is in 4 easy steps

Step 1. Grip. It starts off like any normal handshake. Grip the hand making sure not to over grip and give off the impression you are about to punch the guy, also make sure you don't under grip like a lady.

Step 2. Pull. Once the hand shake has been established. Pull the person into you making sure not to touch genetals. Make sure the pull in is reciprocated because you have just entered the point of no return

Step 3. Pat. To finish off just a couple of pats on the back are need from the non shaking hand. The number relates to either the emotion at the time or the relationship between the two Brugging parties. example-

a). Brother has just returned from 2 years touring Europe- 10-15.

b). Mate has just broken up with Grilfriend of 5 years 5-10

c). You meet a new friend in the toilets Belmont Common. None. This is a trick question

Please note the amount of pats will also increase the time you are in the "point of no return". Over extending your pats vs emotion of the situation may lead to awkwardness.

Step 4. Out. Return to the Grip position. At this point to finish place the non shaking hand on the other person shoulder.

The Result

1) Don't pull in to fast or else you may accidentally touch junk. That's a No, No.

2) No kissing, especially if your family.

3) No shoes, No shirt- No Brug.

4) A Brug can not be administered from the side or behind.

5) During the Brug watch that your hand doesn't fall below waist height as to not accidentally touch the other persons stalk.

6) Eye's must be open at all times during the brug.

7) No whispering in someone's ear during the Brug, if you have something to say, say it in Step 4.

8) No smelling during the Brug. If you accidentally do, Never I repeat NEVER make a comment about it.

***Feel free to print off the below wallet sized guide to take with you everywhere***

Number 1 Ambassador- Tom Harley

Olympic Ambassador- Cathy Freeman

Canadian Ambassador- Simple Plan

Gold Coast Ambassador- Gary Ablett Jnr

Female Lead Singer Ambassador- Connie (Sneaky Sound System)

Male Lead Singer Ambassador- Josh Pyke