Volume 1: Sanchin and Tensho

Delve into the ancient Goju-ryu style of martial arts with a focus on Sanchin and Tensho, essential forms renowned for their effectiveness in self-defense and body mastery. Led by Izumikawa Katsuya, head of the Izumibukai, this DVD meticulously explores the core principles and practical applications of these foundational techniques.

Contents:

■ Sanchin (Body Aiki) - Correct Posture and Strong Core Axis

• Basic Stance
• Basic Breathing Techniques
  • Three Breathing Techniques
  • Releasing Ki from the Tanden (Lower Abdomen)
• Actual Breathing Techniques in Sanchin
• Other Points
  • Footwork in Sanchin Stance
  • Tips for Retracting and Executing Punches
  • Enso Stance
• Sanchin Demonstration
• Practical Exercises of Sanchin (Body Aiki)
  • Escaping from a Rear Hug
  • Reversing Arm Entanglements

■ Tensho (Kote Aiki) - Soft Use of Techniques Without Relying on Muscle Strength

• Utilization of Kote (Forearm) and Fingertips with Breathing Techniques
• Tensho Demonstration
• Practical Exercises of Tensho (Kote Aiki)
  • Disarming and Throwing Techniques Against a Thrust
  • Techniques for When the Wrist is Grasped

■ Three Approaches to Striking

1. Straight Thrusting Strike
2. Whipping Strike
3. Hammering Strike

■ Breaking and Knocking Down - Guiding Weaknesses

• Techniques for Breaking Lines from Various Stances
• Practical Techniques for Breaking and Knocking Down
  • Disarming a Thrust and Knocking Down
  • Using a Rolling Block for Takedowns

■ Palm Strike Techniques - Defensive Techniques with Open Palm

• Blocking Methods
• Mukae-uke (Receiving Block) from a Strike
• Palm Strikes from Defensive Blocks
• Outer Sweep Block with Palm Strike
• Uraken (Back Fist) from a Block

■ Footwork - Diagonal Movement on Two Axes

1. Half-Body Movement on Front and Back Foot Axis
2. Forward Stepping Half-Body Movement
3. Sideways Stepping Movement

■ Power from the Tanden - 21 Movements to Acquire Aiki

• Explanation and Demonstration of 21 Movements

Instruction and Supervision ◎ Katsuya Izumikawa

• Third-generation head of the International Karate-do Goju-ryu Senbukai.
• Expertise includes Sagawa-ha Daito-ryu (Yoshimaru Keisetsu) and Ryukyu Kobudo (Izumikawa Kantoku).
• Dedicated to teaching Goju-ryu as a comprehensive martial art and self-defense technique.
• Author of "Karate no Aiki: Aiki no Karate"

Explore the foundational elements of Goju-ryu karate through the detailed guidance and expertise of Izumikawa Katsuya, enhancing your understanding of Sanchin, Tensho, and their practical applications in martial arts and self-defense.

Language: Japanese

Length: 57 min.

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