State of readiness. Mind ready. From the Shitoryu’s Five Practices of Learning “Go Shu Go Kaku”. By Ryuso Kenwa Mabuni
Ashibumi no koto
Stance. Stability comes from a strong stance and proper steps. From the Shitoryu’s Five Practices of Learning “Go Shu Go Kaku”. By Ryuso Kenwa Mabuni
Maai no koto
Distance. Maintain the proper distance accordingly while you facing your opponent. From the Shitoryu’s Five Practices of Learning “Go Shu Go Kaku”. By Ryuso Kenwa Mabuni
Tenshin no koto
Shifting body. React to your opponent’s attack by shifting your body in different angles. From the Shitoryu’s Five Practices of Learning “Go Shu Go Kaku”. By Ryuso Kenwa Mabuni
Henka no koto
Variations. A – Instead of launching a direct attack, you have to surprise your opponent by varying your attack and movement. B – Be prepared for any variations and possibilities of different movements and attacks may come from your opponent. … Continue reading
