[10.1.2] Shi Shi-No-Kun Bunkai Series-10: (Slip)

(Kata Series 4) (Step-20,21,22,23)  

Attacker:

• High overhead horizontal circular strike.

Defender:

• As you step back you slip down to one knee.
• Diagonal strike with the front of the Bo to the opponent’s ribs or hip joint.
• Diagonal strike with the back of the Bo to the opponent’s ribs or hip joint.
• Stand-up and low underhand strike.
• Strike downward, with the front of the weapon, as you pull back into the guarding position.

Note: In a confrontation you can slip and find yourself on one knee.  This does not mean that the fight is over. Knowing how to respond when or if this happens is a good idea.