Looking for in depth information on Naihanji Hyungs

[Jep]

I'm about to start writing up a paper on the history, meaning and characteristics of the Naihanji Hyungs, but have been unable to find much, if any, decent information on them. I asked my instructor where to look, and she suggested I hit up some forums for help, so here I am.

I have a general idea about what the hyung is about, but I'm looking for something more concrete to base my paper around.

If you could provide some information, or some suggestions of where to find the information, I would be very grateful.

Thank you.

- Jep

[rmclain]

Hello,

Since the Naihanchi forms are originally from Okinawa, I would start with any resources you could find on Okinawan karate - specifically the Shorin-Ryu lineage.

R. McLain

[Chuilli, Kyo Sah Nim]

well i know this is rather late, but i do know it is rumored that they were at one time one form, all the way through. and now alot of tang soo do schools use these forms with the sais, idk know why this one but most likely because its many many blocks. they are suppose to be performed at one solid height, and on the ready stance there is only suppose to be one hand visible. now i could get more historical info, but idk if its too late so let me know. good luck!

 

in tang soo,

 

K.Chuilli