Information: This piece of this section of the Hanto kata is only the twin ridge-hand blocks and twin low blocks.

Information: This is viewed as a standalone series of technique by many instructors.

Note: A lower Shiko-dachi or Kiba-dachi is a throwing stance. There is a fighting stance from a pseudo-Horse stance, but that stance is taller to increase mobility. The problem is that while in a side stance your rear leg and rear arm are not as useful. To use the rear weapons, while in a side stance, the shoulders and hip must be squared. This takes too much time to deliver during a full-on attack. This stance works in point fighting, but this stance is limited during a real physical encounter.

Part-1 Attacker: Lunge Forward and Reverse Punch

• Lunge forward or rush the opponent.
• Execute a Reverse punch while in motion.

Part-2 Defender: Swinging gate and Throw.

Information:   The swinging gate is a technique that should be practiced in class.  It feels unnatural to move sideways and forward, but training can make the body mind connection.            

• Turn sideways and execute the open hand wedge block.

Note: Turning sideways removes all centerline targets. Even if you are struck, it would be a glancing blow.  Using your forearms increases protection of these target areas.

• Raise both forearms into a wedge block position.
• After contact with the forearms is made, trap the opponent’s wrist with your (RH).
• Drive your arm across the opponent’s throat and chest (LH).
• Drive your knee into the back of the knee crease of the attacker.

Note: This knee strike can also be to the side of the knee. The purpose of this move is to break the opponent’s balance.

• Drive your forearm downward while slightly rotating your hips.

Note: This is not a strength technique, but if the balance is not broken by the knee strike you can still power through it if you are strong enough.

• Throw the opponent with Tani-otoshi (Valley Drop).

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