In our latest class we explored Hatsumi Sensei's idea of 技掛け変え waza kake kae. Soke entered in very casually, just resting his arms in the jūmonji position.
I began class with 六法 Roppō. We made sure everyone had the initial angle and distance correct. Subtle shifts one way or another separate life and death.
very dynamic and Noguchi Sensei moved rapidly through the forms and added many henka. This is normal for his teaching style.
Thursday 11/15/12 Warmed with ukemi using the 六尺棒 Rokushakubō. First rolling with the bo, then picking it up as you roll. We did this with several different rolls, the idea being that you should be able to use the weapon for attack or defense while rolling. Next, I had an attacker come with a sword...
Sunday 11/11/12 Warmed up with 棒振型 Bōfuri Gata. Focused on doing it first front and back then with yoko aruki footwork. Next we looked at yoko aruki transitions from one side to the other and changing direction. Finally we did the freeform in any direction, 360 degrees, with any strike. This is the beginning to...