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太極初段

Taikyoku Shodan

“First Cause, First Level”20 Moves8, 16

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Bow Ready in Formal Attention Stance

Rei Yoi in Musubi Dachi

Description

1.Bow forward from Musubi-dachi.

2.Step out with the left foot, then the right, to form Hachiji-dachi.

3.Both fists are held in front of the thighs with the back of the fists facing forward, assuming the ready position.

Application (Bunkai)

The initial bow (Rei) and ready stance (Yoi) establish the correct mindset (Zanshin) and respect (Reigi) essential for kata performance. It is a transition from the mundane to a state of heightened awareness.

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前SHOMEN

後USHIRO

左HIDARI

右MIGI

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前SHOMEN

後USHIRO

左HIDARI

右MIGI

#0

Rei-Yoi(Bow Ready)

Stance: Musubi-Dachi

Video Demonstration

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Full Tutorial

型

前SHOMEN

後USHIRO

左HIDARI

右MIGI