Jan 8 Mon ~ Sho Shin Kihon Waza

Continuing with the “beginner’s mind” theme and clear review of the basics. In order to accentuate the ‘fresh look’after initiating the typical entry, the entry was changed to “cross under the blade” (an irimi then tenkan in front of uke to receive the yokomenuchi strike as it completes its circular path). This entry was added after the conventional practice of each technique.

Yokomenuchi Shihonage (Omote & Ura)
Yokomenuchi Ude Kime Nage
Yokomenuchi Kotegaeshi