Nikajo and Kotegaeshi keiko

Fall tests are finished and we are back to regular training in Kasukabe. Today we worked on second control.

katate mochi nikajo osae ichi & ni (tachi,suwari)

The first point was to not twist the wrist. Relax and slide forward while cutting down.

As for the feet the focus was on turning on our toes and using hiriki no yosei ni to control and lead our partner.

In Noda the senior kids practiced kotegaeshi. Both the #1 and #2 version from front strike. This technique being a cool and fancy throw is a favourite for most kids. Very aikido-ish!

We worked on big pivots and keeping our hands in front of our bodies while throwing. Uke focused on not throwing themselves, but instead receiving the throw.