Wednesday Log - 17/10/2018

This Wednesday (17/10/2018) evening's Kata only training session at Ormskirk Shotokan Karate Club covered Bassai Dai and Nijushiho (previously known as Niseishi). Usual variations of pace and tempo with emphasis on Form, Body Dynamics, Transition and Power.

Sensei Errington reiterated the importance of hip position (Shomen, Hanmi and Gyaku Hanmi) in Bassai Dai with the various blocking and attacking techniques. Also in Nijushiho the correct feet position and pelvic girdle lift with Shime (squeeze) in Sanchin Dachi. These variations of pace and tempo are practiced to highlight area's of our individual Kata that may not be so evident when we practice routinely. Contraction and expansion are developed with a greater understanding. Another great training session from our Chief Instructor.