Bunkai: Wanshu, Palm Strike sequence.
This is an interpretation of the sequence in Wanshu that ends with the lateral palm heel strike.
This is unique in our kata.
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The chin na thrust exposes you to a trap and throw. In this interpretation kata Wanshu shows you how to release and counter.
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In Wanshu a technique nicknamed “hidden fist” occurs twice. In this interpretation you are facing one opponent when another pins your arms from behind. You could use the mata chin na, as shown in the kata, to escape the pin, and still engage the opponent in front.
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Following the exact pattern of movement called gedan uke you can trap an incoming grab or strike, lock the elbow and shoulder, and throw the opponent.
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Efficacy is the guide we use to accept or reject an interpretation. Efficacy, in the case of kata bunkai, means: combative advantage, training improvement, and deeper understanding.
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In this interpretation we defend against a standard opening by a grappling-trained fighter, or against a grab and hit, a one-two combination, or a roundhouse. Using chi kung for power training.
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This video is further evidence that our bunkai analysis is not innovation, it is not making things up.
It is rediscovering what is there but was left out for decades.
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Bunkai: Pinan Yondan – Leg Displacement Techniques which can be interpreted as leg displacements occur in Fukyugata ichi, Pinan Shodan, Pinan Yondan, Rohai, Passai, and possibly in others. In all of them the opponent steps close to you to trip, strike, choke or throw you. Here in Pinan Yondan, in this interpretation, you have just
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Ananku can be interpreted as consisting of seven ways to set up a brachial stun, against a variety of attacks from different directions.
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This interpretation shows two ways to use the first two counts of naihanchi ni to defend – against a shove to a wall and against a pin to a wall.
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This bunkai interprets the technique sequence that leads up to the kiai in Pinan GoDan. Key tactics include the use of trapping techniques, and vacating target space without moving the foundation.
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Okinawan sumo and other grappling arts were popular when the Pinan katas were devised. Fighters close and clinch. Karateka learn to defend against these tactics and techniques.
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This interpretation shows the use of the 180° turn as a throw, (not defending against a new opponent, approaching from behind you.) Note the use of the ulnar head to strike.
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