John Ruhl

Ledyard sensei -

I like the addition of the red line.

I also like very much the idea you mentioned that you can "irimi" without even moving forward, if the attack is right.

I'm curious about whether it would ever be reasonable to "irimi" while stepping *backward*, for an attack that is suitably aggressive/strong. Or do you think we should "never step back" (which is something I've heard before), because it's always possible to "fit appropriately" while either staying put or, more often, moving forward?

thanks,
John