The banner image is a sobering reminder that retaining control of your weapon is imperative in close quarter combat. Primary weapons are always carried at the waist, thus the focus on chudan level. The ritual endures longer than the reason for it – try to deduce the martial logic behind the ritualistic rote repetition inContinue reading “WEAPON RETENTION”
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KNIFE WORK
My initial attraction to martial arts was through the weapons as artifacts. I was entranced by the beauty of the swords at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.[1] I still covet and collect weapons but the pragmatist in me knows this is a servile and dangerous affliction. The importance isn’t the tool, it is theContinue reading “KNIFE WORK”
RYOTEDORI 3
More ryotedori. First some tricks. If uke should try to exert a strong control by locking down on your wrists, remember to simply clap your hands quickly – then execute your technique. Remember – the closer your hands to your center the more power you have. Another trick is to recall that the weakest point ofContinue reading “RYOTEDORI 3”
Protective Arts 