Aikido Techniques: Kokyunage Video Demonstration

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– February 20, 2011Posted in: Videos

Aikido Techniques: Kokyunage Video Demonstration

Aikido Techniques Author: Dan Kudo Sensei

Aikido Techniques Author: Dan Kudo Sensei

The Aikido technique of kokyunage can be described as a momentum throw and involves both harmonization with the force of the attacker (uke) as well as redirection of the energy to ground in the form of a throw.

Aikido Techniques: Connecting Centers

Relying on upper body strength saps energy and is inefficient.  With a focus on connecting the one-point or center or uke, efficient energy transfer results in a clean, effortless throw.

Aikido Techniques: Kokyunage demonstration

Click here to view a video demonstration of the Aikido technique of koshi nage.

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Dan Kudo Sensei is a healthcare professional and holds the rank of Yondan (fourth degree black belt in the martial art of Aikido. He currently trains and instructs Aikido Techniques at Orange County Aiki Kai in Santa Ana, California. His passions include sports - particularly the martial art of Aikido in which he has trained and taught for almost forty years. An outdoor enthusiast, Dan loves to spend time skiing, camping, flyfishing, and surfing. He listens to and plays music, and enjoys photography and videography.