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Old 10-15-2007, 06:00 AM   #6
Amir Krause
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Re: Noob questions

As Derek explained, a technique is done mostly with the body, and much less with your hands. Most people stop using their body unless they are required to use both hands, hence the methodology of teaching with both hands.
Further, it is a good habit for more dynamic situations, in which several technical options exist and you should select the most appropriate one. Having just one hand in place might limit your selection or make you miss the timing (until the second hand gets there).

As far as Kiai, we don't put any emphasis on them, so I am not the right person to advise. I would further doubt it has a significant effect on someone who feels very confident in his ability compared to you (regardless of rank), while even a silent Kiai and threatening movement may have a huge effect in the opposite situation.

Amir
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