The hidden book of the founder of Aikido decrypted by Philippe VOARINO

The hidden book of the founder of Aikido decrypted by Philippe VOARINO

Aikido Takemusu
Vertical cut - 喧嘩腰

Vertical cut - 喧嘩腰

During the movement, the hips pass through a moment when they are facing forward, at the same level. The name for this moment is kenka goshi (喧嘩腰), which means that the hips (koshi 腰) are positioned to strike (kenka 喧嘩).

Apply the first law !

Apply the first law !

At the moment of attack, it is vital to choose one of the six directions (roppo) and move behind the attackers. Then, apply the first law 一法ヲ應用ス - O Sensei  

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