Friday's Class

We covered several KatateDori techniques, both omote & ura versions, which included:

• Ikkyo AiHanmi (KataDori technique as well)
• Sankyo AiHanmi
• Gokyo AiHanmi
• Rokkyo AiHanmi & GyakuHanmi

It was a great refresher lesson. The techniques all seem to be derived from the initial Ikkyo movement, with subsequent moves then being specific. Everything also seems related to the sword movement; get the sword movement right and the technique works easier.

Gokyu focuses on the forearm (closer to the wrist than elbow). Sankyo on the wrist. With Rokkyo, focus is on securing Uke's elbow. Subsequent pressure is then applied to the wrist to force Uke downward to the ground. It's a technique that can be used to keep an attacker on the ground until 'reinforcements' arrive.

Back stretching exercise completed the class.

End of class was followed by a relaxation session over drinks. Interesting and thought provoking issues were discussed. I enjoyed myself and it was a different ending for my Friday's evening - thanks Sensei for the invitation.

Until next Friday!