Jiyu Ippon
Sunday, April 13th, 2008Once you have learned the Kihon sets, it’s time to start learning the Jiyu Ippon Sets (semi-free, one-attack sparring).
As with Kihon, there are 5 sets to master. The major difference between these and the Kihon sets is that they are conducted from the Jiyu Dachi (free standing) position. The sets begin with quite simple moves. For example, Set 1 Jodan is an Oi Zuki attack to the head, countered by side-stepping away from the blow, defending Shuto Uke, and countering with Chudan Zuki (it’s not really possible to describe in words - you need to be in the Dojo to see it demonstrated). Set 5, however, involves much more complex defences, including jumping-kicks, and take-downs.
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