Practical Kata Bunkai: Age-uke, Gyaku-zuki and Leg Scoop Takedown

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This video shows bunkai for age-uke ("rising block") and gyaku-zuki (reverse punch) against a clothing grab. It was filmed at the dojo during normal training. One thing to note is how the hiki-te (hand on the hip) is put to active use in controlling my partner's arm and helping to open up targets. When looking at any movement in kata it is important that all parts of the movement are put to practical use: if a movement did not have a purpose it would not be in the kata.
Following the reverse punch I maintain the grip and step in to execute a leg scooping takedown. Practically, continuing to impact would be the simplest option. However, this class was made up of experienced students and hence it was appropriate to explore the more "advanced" possibilities that should be part of a wider martial arts education. Takedowns are fun too! :-)
All the best,
Iain

[@KenpoKid77]

What's truly amazing about this is in my dojo we have a kihon drill called Five Hand Movement (gedan barai, jodan age, seiken, chudan naka uke, chudan soto uke) and he just gave a proper bunkai for the first three techniques. Many thanks, Osu!!

[@senseiruss]

As per is your norm, very useful and intuitive application of these simple basics.Thanks, Sensei!

[@senseiruss]

As always, a great demonstration of "traditional" karate waza, used logically, practically and effectively. Osu!

[@practicalkatabunkai]

Hi, We practise everything on both sides so I could have demonstrated it on either side. I’ve never found that my students need demonstrations on both sides as they can easily make the switch themselves. In this case my partner is left handed so he reached out and grabbed me with his right hand so I demonstrated it on that side. I hoe that answers your question and thanks for the comments. All the best, Iain

[@NYKgjl10]

Really solid foundation of how Uke's in general can be used not only for blocking, but also as an attack....Cheers from the States...Osu =)

[@practicalkatabunkai]

Your are most welcome and thanks for the kind words!

[@JuanAMota-pu5zx]

Right now, I'm analyzing Chi No Kata from Shito Ryu with these observations. Thank you Sensei!

[@R0nge]

This is a great interpretation of the opening movements of Tekki Nidan, great stuff as usual Iain.

[@Tanuki-Ha]

Aaah! You mean the scooping throw?! Dude thanks for this comment! It totally looks like it right?

[@NewEnglandBudo]

Thanks Iain for sharing

[@MasterBrianJohns]

Outstanding video!

[@jesuskopp]

Looks like this Karateka knows what he is doing!!!

[@pharaonprince77]

very informative as always...Ossu

[@boutrosdjs]

I see some similiarities with seiyenchin here as well (cfr shiko dachi takedown)

[@drewnut]

I practice a similar technique except I stay on the inside and perform ko uchi makikomi. similar move but to the inside of the body

[@senseioflove]

Kick ass technique. What kata is that from?

[@idm13]

@deek77 Hook us up with a vid of that drill - the Five Hand Movement drill. I am just saying.

[@cocobolomike]

Jion

[@LuisCastrozerpa]

Sorry, but with a lot of techniques that karate has, how to remember each one of these when we are in a real combat?

[@LuisCastrozerpa]

I do not want to criticize, but every time I go to Kumite, which i do less is to apply this and i feel frustrated...

[@practicalkatabunkai]

Hi Lewis, Lots of practise is the answer. There is not shortcut and competence can only come through practise in kumite and other live drills.

[@LuisCastrozerpa]

Believe it, when in kumite someone makes a punch, i´ve been trying to analize the technique i got to do with this, but just in seconds, correct technique is hard to plan

[@Aidanimation]

That's why we drill it until it's second nature....if it's not second nature do something simpler....this is just an option for those who wish to enlarge their toolbox.

[@TheRomanianWolf]

So much TALK, where is the drill??? DRILL = 20 attacks + 20 blocks or other techniques with NO TALK

[@practicalkatabunkai]

I am teaching the drill, not doing it. I don’t talk when I’m doing it :-)

[@TheRomanianWolf]

@@practicalkatabunkai you should do it, at least 5-10 reps at the end of the video. A visual demo is not bad, after all the explanations (or before).