What form allows us to study
Lateral work and organization in kiba-dachi. Close sequences invite examination of elbows, center and preparations.
An observation point
Observe if the head rises in the lateral step and if the arms remain connected to the supports. Choose a short sequence and compare two trials with the same criterion. The video is used to prepare a question for the course; the fix belongs to the dojo version.
Proximity changes the reading of the movement
Heian Sandan notably combines lateral movements and actions which invite us to study a closer space. A posture in kiba-dachi gives reference points for the center and the feet; it does not exempt you from understanding arm preparations. Elbow coordinations must be connected to the body path. In an application proposed at the dojo, the agreed distance and contact help to explain this relationship. Do not infer a unique function from the silhouette of the kata alone. Slow repetition is primarily used to describe what is happening.
Study an organized lateral movement
Take a sideways pass and observe the relationship between the moving foot and the center of the body. An unnecessary rise in the chest can change the rhythm and delay the next technique. Elbow preparations and close actions are best read when you keep a clear direction. Compare slow execution with moving to the transmitted rhythm. Do not confuse immobility with stability: the position in kiba-dachi should allow you to continue. A lateral kihon exercise can isolate a difficulty before finding the full context of the kata.