About Kata - Why Sanchin has Closed Fists & More

In the video we talk about Kata topics such as: why are fists closed in Sanchin kata? Concrete ways Sanchin kata manifests in other kata. The three general ranges of combat. Angle in kata, and much more.
This is a longer video and is geared to the more experienced practitioner however may be of interest and value to all viewers.
Let us know what you think in the comments.
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[@brianwoodland5859]

....as always, excellent content. Even if one only takes one aspect/point from the video and internalises it, the worth is immeasurable. Karate-do is truly a lifetime study.

[@GKCgoju]

Thanks for taking the time to comment with your thougths.

[@stevenchamish9339]

Great presentation. You've given me a lot to think about. I like the simplicity, yet complexity of Goju. Much to analyze and meditate on. Thank you Sensei.

[@GKCgoju]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-eh9um2xu9d]

Why did the Okinawan's change it to closed fists ..... when it's origins from white crane did it with open hands ?

[@GKCgoju]

Good question (that I address in the video to some extent). Having said that, during a research expedition to China in 1987 to find the roots of goju ryu karate, I witnessed a number of different methods of sanchin kata - some of which uses closed fists (and a combination of the two). Looking at goju ryu's sanchin kata, it features a combination of both closed and open hands.