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dhogsette
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Bunkai Impact Training--Fukyugata Ichi "High Block" Sequence

The karate muses hit me in the head today, and I came up with this solo training drill. We can use impact training to practice kata bunkai applications at full speed and power. In this video I demonstrate how to use your belt tied to a heavy bag to simulate an attacker’s arm that has grabbed your lapel. (Iain Sensei gave me the idea of using your belt this way in training.) I apply the high block sequence in Fukyugata Ichi to a lapel grab defense and counter.

I hope this is useful!

Best,

David 

Iain Abernethy
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I like it! A very elegant option for solo-training bunkai.

dhogsette
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Thanks so much! You have no idea how encouraging it is to get constructive, helpful feedback. I certainly needed that today. Thank you!

Best,

David