This article is about an alternative approach to the basic block Gedan-barai.
The well-known basic use of Gedan-barai.
Everybody knows that one, so no further comments unless you have some!
My interpretation: Gedan-barai
Again I split the basic technique into two parts.
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- In the first two pictures; I use the first part of Gedan-barai to block/control the inside of my opponent’s arm. At the same time, I attack the lower parts of the ribs.
Now perform the second part of Gedan-barai. My right hand takes over the opponent’s left arm (controlling it), while I attack with my left Tettsui-uchi. - The last two pictures show Gedan-barai as a take-down.
- In the first two pictures; I use the first part of Gedan-barai to block/control the inside of my opponent’s arm. At the same time, I attack the lower parts of the ribs.
I would like to hear your comments on the interpretation of Gedan-barai.
Thanks for reading.
Gert
Read more in my book Dynamic Karate Kumite, Part 2
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