![]() Second, movement adds to the momentum and power of the locks and throws common in the Aiki system (much like Chito-ryu's henshu-hos). However, (and I know you specifically asked about ryus, so my apologies if this is misplaced) in my college days I did a lot of Aikido/jitsu and the emphasis on tai-sabaki was huge starting on day one. The idea being the best block is to simply not be where the technique is headed. Sensei has been starting to really emphasize this in our classes lately, especially in sparing. Would your school consider these exercises as kihon, renzuko-waza or something else? Are the expansions on the forms treated as bunkai or just an extension of the form? I was just curious about the prevalence of tai sabaki being taught as a form of its own, whether the concept is just taught within other kata or is it even touched on at all.įellow Chito-Ryu student here, just down here in the states. I think a good example would be to slip a punch in boxing (while simultanaously delivering a cross to the solar plexus). Two qualities are to move no more than necessary and to telegraph it as little as possible (I hesitate to say "wait 'till the last instant" before you move). In the context of combat, it's intended meaning is to reposition the body to a more advantageous position. ![]() As a result we practice it a lot.įor those who don't know the japanese terms, tai sabaki essentially means to reposition the body. In Chito-Ryu we emphasize it as one of the most important qualities from which to consider any technique. ![]() I was curious if the other ryu's on the board practice a set of forms for tai sabaki, possibly called the same. ![]()
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