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Old 07-31-2001, 08:48 AM   #4
Brian Vickery
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Re: purpose of "tai no henko"?

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Originally posted by Ta Kung

What is the true purpose of "tai no henko"?

Sincerly,
Patrik (the spelling master... not)
Hi Patrik,

...besides developing proper footwork & timing, and also the concepts of irimi/tenkan which Mr. Sharpe mentioned,'tai no henko' also helps students develop proper 'mai-ai' (distancing) and 'leading control' (...moving/turning right when 1st contact is made so as to take the attacker's balance, but not pulling away hard enough to break the grab).

...look at it as a skill buiding exercise rather than a self defense technique. I'm sure you've noticed by now that their are aspects of 'tai no henko' in virtually every aikido technique!

Good luck in your training!

Brian Vickery

"The highest level of technique to achieve is that of having NO technique!"
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