Atemi Waza
The Randori-no-kata or Ju-nana-hon (Basic 17) kata is divided into four sections
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Atemi Waza |
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The "Striking" Techniques |
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Performed by Nariyama Shihan, 8th Dan |
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Shomen-ate |
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"Forward Strike" |
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Aigamae-ate |
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"Matching Stances Strike" |
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Gyakugamae-ate |
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"Opposing Stances Strike" |
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Gedan Ate |
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"Low Strike" |
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Ushiro Ate |
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"Rear Strike" |
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Art of Peace
In your training do not be in a hurry, for it takes a minimum of ten years to master the basics and advance to the first rung. Never think of yourself as an all-knowing, perfected master; you must continue to train daily with your friends and students and progress together in the Art of Peace.





