Ganseki variations comprise some of the most fundamental techniques in our taijutsu arsenal. In this lesson, we explore several front throw options. This content is only available to members.
Tengu Retreat 2023
Twice a year, To-Shin Do students from NC travel up to a secluded mountain dojo for a one-of-a-kind event, Tengu Training. These events have historically included a taijutsu focus that is inspired by the techniques of Takagi Yoshin Ryu lineage. This year was no different, and we practiced “Kaigo Kudaki” and “Do-Gaeshi” variations in between our hikes, bo practice, and waterfall immersion experiences. This course allows you to train along with us as we explore standing and ground concepts from this ancient lineage.
Lessons
2. Attack – Under the Arms Capture
The first attack that we explore responding to is a timeless method of restraint that we may call a “full-nelson,” but it goes all the way back to the days of the samurai as a method for preventing a warrior from drawing their sword. This content is only available to members.
3. Response 1 – Ate Nage
Ate nage is a potent wrist break that we can use to escape a restraining hold. This content is only available to members.
4. Response 2 – Wrist Lock into Forward Throw
Being able to flow from one technique to another is an essential skill to develop. Check out his option for flowing up the arm from a wrist lock into a forward throw. This content is only available to members.
5. Response 3 – Rear Takedown into Kage Ori
Taking the fight from standing to the ground effectively requires a specific set of skills. This lesson showcases one such skill as we move into the controlling hold, Kage-Ori. This content is only available to members.
6. Response 4 – Crossface
The crossface is an excellent self-defense technique that you can use in many different scenarios. In this lesson, you will learn the finer points of crossface application. This content is only available to members.
7. Bonus – Crossface as a Takedown
As a bonus, the crossface can be used as a powerful takedown option. This content is only available to members.
8. Kaigo Kudaki Kata
Kaigo Kudaki is a kata that shares the Takagi Yoshin Ryu method for dealing with a “Full Nelson” style restraint. This content is only available to members.
9. Do Gaeshi – Seated Version
In this lesson, we will explore a classical version of the Do-Gaeshi kata from Takagi Yoshin Ryu. This content is only available to members.
10. Do Gaeshi – Standing Version
In this adaptation of the Do-Gaeshi kata, we examine how the concepts can be utilized if both combatants are in a standing position. This content is only available to members.
11. Passing an Attackers Legs
Getting past a grounded opponent’s legs can be a complex undertaking. In this lesson, we will explore a “guard passing” strategy that works well in a self-defense context. This content is only available to members.
12. Kage Ori into Do Gaeshi
In this lesson, we will explore how to go from a top-controlling position with your opponent on their back into a much more powerful controlling position with them face down. This content is only available to members.
13. Closing Thoughts
Course wrap-up and final thoughts. This content is only available to members.
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