Category Archives: Kihon

Ju Ukemi, Go Ukemi

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Ju Ukemi and Go Ukemi are both terms used in Japanese martial arts, specifically in the context of Ukemi, which refers to the art of falling or receiving a technique.

  • Ju Ukemi: This term translates to “soft falling” or “gentle falling”. It is a type of Ukemi where the martial artist receives a technique in a relaxed and fluid manner, rolling or sliding smoothly to absorb the impact of the technique without injury.

  • Go Ukemi: This term translates to “hard falling” or “heavy falling”. It is a type of Ukemi where the martial artist receives a technique with a deliberate impact, hitting the ground with force to dissipate the energy of the technique and avoid injury.

Both types of Ukemi are important skills in Japanese martial arts and require practice and mastery to execute properly. In addition to avoiding injury, Ukemi can also help a martial artist maintain their balance and positioning during a technique, making it a crucial aspect of effective martial arts practice.

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Kakie in Okinawa Karate

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Kakie is a traditional form of Okinawan training similar to sticking hand practice from the Chinese Martial Arts such as Tai Chi and Kung Fu. It is also a fundamental part of Tegumi or Okinawan wrestling.

The traditional method of training Kakie conditions the arms as well as teaching sensitivity, depending on whether the contact is heavy or light. With light contact you can sense the intent of your partner before he actually moves so you are immediately ready to counter his movement. A variation of the drill is to use one hand against your partner’s two hands and to practise with your eyes closed.