What: Semi-free sparring: Jodan, Chudan, Mae geri, Kekomi
Who: Brown Belts
Jiyu-ippon drills help students make the transition from prearranged 3 or 1 step sparring, to free sparring. All techniques are executed while bouncing, and moving freely (backwards, forwards or circling the opponent). Especially for tournaments, attack with intention – try to catch your opponent, because you can also win a round by attacking strong.
Hajime – Both sides start bouncing and moving around.
1. Jodan
Attacking side: From kamae, announce “Jodan!” and on your own time attack the opponent oi-tsuki, and hold the technique
Defending side: Whenever you are attacked, block, and immediately counter and kiai (remember to make use of many counter techniques)
2. Chudan
Attacking side: From kamae, announce “Chudan!” and on your own time attack the opponent
Defending side: Whenever you are attacked, block and counter (the choice of the block is yours: soto uke, uchi uke, with or without tai sabaki)
3. Mae geri
Attacking side: From kamae, announce “Mae geri!” and on your own time attack the opponent chudan
Defending side: Whenever you are attacked, shift and block (you can shift inside or outside the kick, again your choice of block)
4. Kekomi
Attacking side: From kamae, announce “Kekomi!” and on your own time attack the opponent side thrust kick
Defending side: Whenever you are attacked, shift to the outside of the kick and block, immediately countering, and holding the final technique.
Switch sides and repeat
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