Oyo Bunkai for all of Kusanku Sho

[Wastelander]

Hello, everyone!

This week's Waza Wednesday is a special presentation of applications for the entirety of the kata, Kusanku Sho. These are not the only applications for the kata--or even the only applications that we teach and practice in our dojo--but they are some simple examples that you can use in your own training. The distance between the attacker and defender has been increased to allow for easier viewing on video, but should be closer in training. The attacks shown are also just examples, as the specific attack isn't as important as positioning, points of contact, and direction of movement.

I figured that some folks here may find it interesting to compare with how they do the kata, and it may give some ideas to play with in the dojo.

[sensei8]

That's the beauty of Oyo; self expression!! Thanks for sharing, Noah. Your Sensei flows quite quickly and smoothly!!

[Zaine]

Man I love these videos. The way you present your material is really great. Keep up the good work.

[JR 137]

I really like your bunkai. Direct and keeping it simple. Some people go way too far with stuff IMO.