Notes on Kata from Today

In Kobo Sandan:

• The secret is in the pull. Think of the body movement on the blocks as a wave. The pull is a vital part of that wave.
  
• On the double block portion, pause slightly for the "Kodak Moment." Speed it up only after you get the hands correct doing it slowly.

In Saifa:

• The double block at the end not only protects from a simultaneous punch and kick, but also turns the attacker upside-down.
• On the knee-then-kick, turn your head to the right, then the left

In Seiyunchin:

• There doesn't appear to be an obvious answer to slapping the hand on the elbow.
• On the "bend over" grab defense try to make front and rear hands straight lines, and extend them out as far as you can.

We have really, really got to practice to be ready for the Brown Belt exam. Wish us luck!

Link for today:

This is where the sensei trained in Guadalajara, Mexico, as well as their website and some pictures.