[5.5.3] Section-5 Kaishaku: Counter to a Front Kick

[Source:] Isshin-ryu Black-belt

[Rating:] Basic

Information: In this version of this kata, the lower hand does go behind the buttocks and traps the kick. After the trap and application of the Tiger’s Mouth choke, the arm wraps around the leg to facilitate the throw.

Information: Many schools will stop the bunkai at the point of the throw, but we take it a bit further to show potential self-defense beyond the perimeter of the kata. 

Part-1 Attacker: Front Kicks

Part-2 Defender: Trap Kick

• Step outside the kick and trap the leg with your rear hand.
• Wrap your arm around the attacker’s leg destabilizing the opponent. (LH)

Note: The arm under-hooks the leg.

Theory: Stepping to side avoid the kick. Even if you do not trap the kick, you’re not struck by it either.

Part-3 Defender: Throws and Figure Four Chokes

• Lift the attacker’s leg until he/she falls backwards.

Note: You can also reap the support leg if you desire to do so.

Note: Maintain control of the leg.

• Follow them to the ground.
• Place them in a Figure four leg choke or Triangle choke.

Note: You can grasp the adversary’s arm and place them in the cradle position if to prevent being struck.

Part-4 Defender: Hold until Attacker Passes Out

• Apply pressure on the attacker via the choke until he/she loses consciousness.

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