Yellow Belt Practice
Studying Yellow Belt Syllabus
"White Belt" to "Yellow Belt"
“Note"
Each tutorial video presented gives a guide towards standards required for those studying the “Yellow Belt Syllabus” in the Kokido Ryu Ninjutsu. Even thought the content may vary in part especially “Forms" or “Katas" to those already having completed these sections, students must practice what they have already been instructed to learn in order to promote individuality within each students education program.
"The Kokido Ryu Ninjutsu Salutation"
( Dance Of The Warrior )
The Salutation
Breakdown & Description
A comprehensive study into the Formal Salutation as practiced within the Kokido Ryu Ninjutsu Style Of Ninjutsu. Study and master movements and gestures that combine this elaborate "Dance of the Warrior” preformed at the beginning and conclusion of training practices.
"The Universal Pattern Of Movement"
( The Nine Diagrams Of Power )
The Nine Diagrams Of Power
Stances and Exchanges
Bringing together the nine stances from the Kokido Ryu Ninjutsu Syllabus called the “Nine Diagrams Of Power”. Learning each stance, their weight distribution, and how each flow seamlessly from one major stance to another. Keeping your centre-of-gravity constant and each in gate foot positions correct.
The Universal Pattern
Breakdown & Theory
Learning and implementing the movements that form the "Universal Pattern Of Movement” within the core of the Kokido Ryu Ninjutsu System. How to manoeuvre and position each "Nine Diagrams" using the universal principle and hidden exchanges from beginning to end of the universal sequence.
Guard Positions ( Universal Pattern )
Correct Hand & Check Positions
Learning and combining each hand and check positions whilst manoeuvring through the “Universal Pattern Of Movement. Forming a connection and understanding between the processes of entering a stance to exiting each stance position, to keeping your centre of-gravity between each sequence.
“White Crane Wing Blocks"
Sequences & Sets ( Unarmed )
Wing Blocks ( Silent Hands )
The First Line of Defence
Learning the fundamental and primary rules governing blocking actions when stopping an incoming force or strike to the body. Working through individual Blocking techniques to crossover and exchanges of Blocking manoeuvres individually and as a set or sequence of movements.
"Crane Strikes"
Clapping Hands
Crane Strikes ( Clapping Hands )
Combining The Check
This important lesson and tutorial gives an insight towards combining the striking power of “Crane Strikes” when utilizing the functionality of the checking hand or (circling shield). When working either through individual movements or sets the “Check” must apply. Whilst the power of each movement is enforced by a twisting motion to increase overall efficiency of movements.
"Wing Strikes"
Circling Motion
Wing Strikes
Understanding The Flow Of Motion
Moving and combining the linear action with circular motion in this tutorial will give a good indication towards how to move with minimum effort and maximum effect. The production and utilization of Wing Strikes within technique and from gives rise to a deeper understanding of balance and efficiency within movements.
"Parries"
Deflecting Blocks
Parries
The Continuity of Motion
Learning the importance of “Parries” movements as a deflection of an incoming force rather than and action of a blocking movement to stop an incoming force. This Tutorial gives reference to the effectiveness and efficiency of a “Parries” movement in technique in order to maximise the flow of motion.
"Shadow Techniques"
The Rising Fist
Parting Wings
Shadow Technique No: 1
"Parting Wings" Shadow Technique No: 1 for "Yellow Belt Syllabus” in this Video gives a breakdown of this technique and placements of each movement. It is important that basic structure of motion, combined with checking, blocking, and foot placements are implemented correctly in order to maximise the potential and outcome for a good defence.
“Parting Wings"
Calming The Storm
Shadow Technique No: 2
“Calming The Storm" Shadow Technique No: 2 for "Yellow Belt Syllabus” in this Video gives a breakdown of this technique and placements of each movement. It is important that basic structure of motion, combined with checking, blocking, and foot placements are implemented correctly in order to maximise the potential and outcome for a good defence.
“Calming The Storm"
Twisted Fortune
Shadow Technique No: 3
“Twisted Fortune" Shadow Technique No: 3 for "Yellow Belt Syllabus” in this Video gives a breakdown of this technique and placements of each movement. It is important that basic structure of motion, combined with checking, blocking, and foot placements are implemented correctly in order to maximise the potential and outcome for a good defence.
“Twisted Fortune"
Falling Shadow
Shadow Technique No: 4
“Falling Shadow" Shadow Technique No: 4 for "Yellow Belt Syllabus” in this Video gives a breakdown of this technique and placements of each movement. It is important that basic structure of motion, combined with checking, blocking, and foot placements are implemented correctly in order to maximise the potential and outcome for a good defence.
“Falling Shadow"
"Page Updates"
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