Vocabulary Technique 6 – Exercises

Exercises
Randori — Free practice of techniques — 乱取り Freedom / taking Randori is an exercise in which both partners allow their techniques to unfold freely. In total freedom of movement and displacement, attacks and controls follow one another without codification or rules. It is the privileged place to experience spontaneity in an encounter. It may be practised both standing and on the ground.
Kata — Form — 形 Form / pattern / structure The structure, rhythm and progression of kata allow the techniques of junomichi to unfold with continuity and temporality. Each kata is a complete form and must be approached as a whole.
Uchi komi — Total focus on the hara — 打ち込み Strike / enter, go into Uchi komi consists in generating and refining a sensation through repeated movements. Through repetition, the practitioner gradually removes what hinders the action of the hara.
Kakari geiko — Practice with assigned roles — 係り稽古 Assigned role / practice Kakari geiko is similar to randori, but with predefined roles: one attacks, the other controls.
Yakusoku geiko — Practice based on agreement — 約束稽古 Agreement / promise / practice Yakusoku geiko includes a prior agreement between partners on constraints to guide the work.
Shiai — Test of effectiveness — 試合 Test / encounter Shiai places practitioners in a situation where they test their ability to achieve ippon in a short encounter.

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