What is Internal Martial Arts DVD 3: Breathing & Circular Movements by Fumio Nakagawa

Unleashing Internal Power: Circular Body Mechanics for Mastery of Nei Jin

In this highly anticipated final chapter of the series, we explore the ultimate application of Internal Power (Nei Jin) with advanced techniques for creating and harnessing the power of the "sphere body". This DVD builds on prior lessons, offering a comprehensive guide on the use of breath to circulate energy throughout the entire body, employing circular movements that transform your physicality into a "sphere" with unlimited potential.

Content Overview:

Circle Formation (円圏) – Infusing Breath to Create Tension Throughout the Body

• First Circle: Lower Body
• Second Circle: Front Body
• Third Circle: Left and Right Sides
• Fourth Circle: Front Body Expansion
• Fifth Circle: Back Body Expansion
• Sixth Circle: Vertical Expansion (Up and Down)
• Complete Review

Circle Rotation (円転) – Breaking Techniques in All Directions

• First Rotation: Downward
• Second Rotation: Upward
• Third Rotation: Horizontal
• Fourth Rotation: Forward and Backward
• Fifth Rotation: Vertical Movements
• Sixth Rotation: Diagonal
• Complete Review

Circle Phase (円相) – Moving Freely in the Shortest Path

Energy Cultivation (練気功) – Training the Whole Body Through Circular Movements

Comprehensive Review & Sparring

Demonstration: Six Major Openings: Top (頂)

Instructor:

Fumio Nakagawa (Born 1948): After studying various martial arts including Karate and Aikido, Nakagawa encountered Chinese martial arts and began studying with a Japanese Zen master at the age of 28. For over 30 years, Nakagawa has been learning and teaching the essence of martial arts discovered by his teacher. He is currently on the board of the Tokyo Martial Arts Taichi Federation, contributing to the promotion and advancement of Taichi in Japan, and also leads the Taichi Spiritual Practice Association.