Long Form 1 was developed to teach a beginner how to defend while retreating, before following up with a strike. the moves in this form are simple. Checks to prevent retaliatory moves are not taught at this stage. This is done to eliminate confusion and not to cloud the mind of a beginner. The form again takes advantage of free space in … [Read more...]
Short Form 1
Short Form 1 was developed to teach a beginner how to retreat from an opponent while taking advantage of the free space around him. Environmental consideration is important because it determines what one can or cannot do. In Short Form 1, it is assumed that the environment favors the practitioner who is allowed freedom to move about. Although … [Read more...]
Short Form 1 (right side only)
Short Form 1 was developed to teach a beginner how to retreat from an opponent while taking advantage of the free space around him. Environmental consideration is important because it determines what one can or cannot do. In Short Form 1, it is assumed that the environment favors the practitioner who is allowed freedom to move … [Read more...]