Jion -Kata & Application volume 9

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Jion is usually witheld until approaching Black Belt level, and yet this kata is one of the most fundamental for self protection.

John Burke sensei reveals how the kata which may have formed the basis of the Heian Kata (along with Kanku Dai) has subtle extra layers that might not be reflected in the 5-part version.

The use of horse-stance in striking, for instance, is often overlooked, but the mechanical reasons for making this posture are quite natural.  Strikes, locks, throws, and strangulations all come to the fore when presented with the kind of attacks shown here (rather than a queue of kumite squad members waiting patiently for their turn to demonstrate).

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