Essence of Okinawan Karate DVD with Toshihiro Oshiro
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Discover Techniques Lost in Modern Karate!
Elbows and Gamaku, Bending Knees, Splitting the Body
Unique Body Theory and Application Methods!!
Heian kata, commonly regarded as introductory karate kata, conceal ancient martial arts movements within their forms. In this instructional DVD, Oshiro Sensei elucidates the nuances of "how to move like a martial artist" using Heian kata from 1st to 5th dan, emphasizing practical and dynamic techniques.
CONTENTS:
Heian 1st Dan
- Proper foot pivoting
- Maintaining the midline
- Stance adjustment with the rear foot
- Morote Uke (double-handed block)
Heian 2nd Dan
- Utilization of elbows and Gamaku (hip rotation)
- Torque and body dynamics
- Continuous Jodan Uke (upper-level block) and Jodan Tsuki (upper-level punch)
Heian 3rd Dan
- Turning techniques without telegraphing
- Effective entries and strikes from Chudan Tsutsute (middle-level thrust)
- Hip stance applications for blocking and striking
- Rearward Jodan Tsuki
Heian 4th Dan
- Gedan Cross Uke (low-level cross block)
- Elbow strikes and stance adjustments
- Application of Uraken (back fist) and body shifts
- Targeting groin kicks
- Knee strikes following Morote Uke
Heian 5th Dan
- Thrusting techniques with minimal defense
- Fan block variations
- Sutete (abandoning techniques)
- Knee manipulation leading into throws
Instruction and Supervision:
◎ Oshiro Toshihiro (Shuri-te style karate/Yamane Chinen-ryu Bojutsu)
Born in 1949 in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, Oshiro Sensei began his martial arts journey with Matsubayashi-ryu karate at 16 years old under Kisabe Chogi Sensei at 25. He furthered his training in Yamane-ryu Bojutsu. At 28, he ventured to the United States, eventually teaching karate and kobudo after being invited by the Jordanian royal family at 37. Currently residing in San Francisco, he actively promotes and develops karate as the American head of the Ryukyu Martial Arts Research Association, holding an 8th dan in Yamane-ryu.
Run Time: 64 min.
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