A sense of carrying the weapon as opposed to holding it. A sense of holding can cause tension, tightening. Constant relaxation is the key. Avoid contracting the hand, keep the fingers sensitive, smooth in execution.
Your stance requires balance and mobility. Weight is equally placed, leading foot points the way, rear heel is aligned with front heel. Incorrect footing brings about an unwanted twisting or bending of the body in one way or another so that balance is maintained.
Being ready stance allows for both offensive and defensive moves when any opportunity arises.
Chest is turned about halfway to the opponent; elbow is clear of the body. When knees bend it is not to go forward or back but is more akin to sitting.
Leading knee must not fall inwards, knee alignment is important.
It is the hips that are the architect of right or wrong. The angled upper body must not be a strain on the hips.
Pay attention to the ‘empty’ arm, both arms play their part in balance and power.
Facing the opponent , maintain a distance that requires them to lunge forward to reach you.
So? What weapon are we talking about?
The Foil, but does it not fit with the Boken and Jo of aikido too?
What say you.
Your stance requires balance and mobility. Weight is equally placed, leading foot points the way, rear heel is aligned with front heel. Incorrect footing brings about an unwanted twisting or bending of the body in one way or another so that balance is maintained.
Being ready stance allows for both offensive and defensive moves when any opportunity arises.
Chest is turned about halfway to the opponent; elbow is clear of the body. When knees bend it is not to go forward or back but is more akin to sitting.
Leading knee must not fall inwards, knee alignment is important.
It is the hips that are the architect of right or wrong. The angled upper body must not be a strain on the hips.
Pay attention to the ‘empty’ arm, both arms play their part in balance and power.
Facing the opponent , maintain a distance that requires them to lunge forward to reach you.
So? What weapon are we talking about?
The Foil, but does it not fit with the Boken and Jo of aikido too?
What say you.